India has the second highest road density in the world and the highest number of road crash-related fatalities. With a higher infrastructure investment comes a huge responsibility to prioritize safety.
#RoadSafety #SafeRoadsIndia #StreetsForLife #…
According to a study in the British Medical Journal (2018) a 10% increase in consumption of ultra processed food goes with a greater than 10% increase in cancer risk. #FoodLabelsSaveLives #KnowWhatYouEat
The incidence of cancer is on the rise in India. Air pollution is a serious carcinogen; we need consistent efforts to reduce air pollution at source.
#CleanAir #WorldCancerDay
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The bimonthly newsletter RoadSense for the months of Nov-Dec 2021 is here. Read to know about the road safety measures taken by various Indian partners to bring a positive change.
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Strong legislation can help curb the widespread use of toxic chemicals in recycled plastics. Currently this is not seriously monitored by governments.
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#falsesolutions #reuse #redesign
While we've successful switched to cleaner petrol & diesel, Chennai's air quality monitoring coverage has been poor with just 3 stations being added in 10 years. Without good data how can we plan ahead for the next 20 years?
#sustainablemobility…
A research conducted by HomeNet South Asia in coalition with Mahila Housing Trust & Saathi under the support of IDRC in Asia found that #ClimateChange is adversely impacting home based workers, where in 43% of women reported loss of cash…
Taking cues from other States and following our honorable CM's attention to road safety, we hope the TN government implements #MVAA2019 as a first step to improve enforcement and curb road fatalities.
#RoadSafety #SafeRoadsTamilNadu #ImplementMVAA #…
#Wetlands not only support animal & plant life but are also vital for human survival. A large area of wetlands in #India is under threat from rapid urbanization, industrialization & agricultural intensification that has led to its depletion…
Everyone agrees that walking & cycling need to be promoted with good infrastructure ensuring their comfort & safety. But has Chennai become more walkable and cycling-friendly?
#sustainablemobility #urbanmobilityindia #MasterPlan #…