climate change

'FOCUS': - Teachers Manual - A comprehensive guide to teachers for delivering the CAG-devised curriculum on climate change. This manual offers clear and concise lesson-wise instructions, along with estimated teaching durations, ensuring seamless integration into the classroom.  From dynamic activities to thought-provoking discussions, this manual equips teachers with the tools they need to inspire meaningful dialogue and action surrounding climate change in classrooms.

காலநிலை மாற்றம் குறித்த மிகவும் எதிர்பார்க்கப்பட்ட பாடப்புத்தகமான FOCUS, நீங்கள் இப்போது பதிவிறக்கம் செய்து பயன்படுத்தலாம். 12-14 வயதுடைய நடுநிலைப் பள்ளிக் குழந்தைகளுக்காகவே இந்தப் புத்தகம் வடிவமைக்கப்பட்டுள்ளது. காலநிலை மாற்ற உலகில் ஊடுருவி, காலநிலை மாற்றத்தைப் புரிந்துகொள்வதற்கும் அவற்றைப் பற்றி பேசுவதற்கும் இளம் மனங்களுக்கு அதிகாரம் அளிக்கும் எங்கள் பணியில் எங்களுடன் சேருங்கள். ஒன்றாக, நமது உலகத்திற்கு நிலையான எதிர்காலத்தை உருவாக்க முடியும். உயர்தர அச்சுப் பதிப்பை விரும்புவோருக்கு, helpdesk@cag.org.in மின்னஞ்சலுக்கு எழுதுங்கள்.

Butterflies & moths, sensitive to environmental changes, are vital bioindicators of ecosystem health. Their declining populations have serious implications, impacting animals like bats, birds, & insects reliant on them as a food source.

A recent study by UWA research analysed global data from 163 health studies revealing a correlation between climate-induced extremes & preterm births, and exacerbated  respiratory diseases, mortality, and morbidity in all children. #ActOnClimate

Described as the most destructive migratory pests, locusts travel in swarms covering 50 to over 100 km daily. Each swarm, having tens of millions of locusts, can consume the daily food supply of thousands of people, posing a threat to the global food chain.

CAG conducted a baseline study for the Tamil Nadu Climate Change Mission, funded by the Department of Environment and Climate Change, Government of Tamil Nadu, to understand climate literacy. The findings suggest that we need to intensify our efforts to familiarise students and people with the science behind climate change.

This report analyses various carbon offset methods implemented in India to facilitate effective climate action. The approach involved conducting an in-depth analysis of secondary literature and interviewing field experts. It aims to inform policy making, raise awareness of genuine offset options, emphasize the irreplaceable importance of actual emission reduction, and steer clear of false solutions.

This report analyses the environment, social, and governance disclosure practices within Tamil Nadu's power sector. It meticulously evaluates current practices, identifies gaps, and suggests strategies for improved sustainability. By aligning with industry standards and offering actionable recommendations, it seeks to bolster transparency, accountability, and pave the way for a greener, more sustainable future in the state's energy sector.

The Tamil version of our FOCUS textbook (Climate Change Curriculum for students in grades 6-8) has been piloted in five districts in Tamil Nadu. The findings showed the textbook has brought transformative outcomes, including heightened awareness among students, innovative teaching methods & renewed enthusiasm among educators, marking a significant advancement in climate education in the region. The impact assessment report summarises the findings from the pilot.