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Guardians of India’s Biodiversity: A Deep Dive into the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) India, a land of diverse landscapes and ecosystems, boasts an unparalleled richness of biodiversity. From the snow-capped Himalayas to the sun-drenched tropical rainforests, the country is home to a staggering array of flora and fauna, making it one of the 17 mega-biodiversity … Read more
The Bali Action Plan: A Turning Point in Global Climate Change Negotiations The Bali Action Plan, adopted at the 13th Conference of the Parties (COP13) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in Bali, Indonesia, in December 2007, marked a significant turning point in international climate change negotiations. It provided a roadmap … Read more
Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) is a renewable energy technology that uses the temperature difference between the warm surface water and the cold deep water of the ocean to generate electricity. OTEC is a promising source of clean, sustainable energy that has the potential to provide a significant portion of the world’s electricity needs. OTEC … Read more
Wildlife Diseases: A Silent Threat to Biodiversity and Human Health Wildlife diseases are a complex and often overlooked aspect of ecological health. They can have devastating consequences for individual animals, entire populations, and even human communities. This article delves into the multifaceted world of wildlife diseases, exploring their causes, impacts, and the crucial role they … Read more
Environmental concerns of tourism Industry, both positive and negative effects including Climate change with reference to Himachal Pradesh Environmental concerns of tourism All too often, the Environment is the ultimate victim of development and expansion. Growth pressures have seen Dharamshala’s boundaries encroach on previously untouched land as the local Population and tourist demands … Read more
Harnessing the Sun: A Deep Dive into Photovoltaic Electricity The sun, a celestial powerhouse, has been a source of fascination and wonder for humanity since time immemorial. Its radiant energy, a gift from the cosmos, has fueled life on Earth for billions of years. Now, in an era defined by the urgent need for sustainable … Read more
Impact of mining on forest and Environment Mining activities, including prospecting, exploration, construction, operation, maintenance, expansion, abandonment, decommissioning and re-purposing of a mine can impact social and environmental systems in a range of positive and negative, and direct and indirect ways. Mining can yield a range of benefits to societies, but it may also cause … Read more
Luminescent Solar Concentrators: A Bright Future for Solar Energy The world is increasingly reliant on renewable energy sources to combat climate change and ensure a sustainable future. Solar energy, with its abundance and clean nature, stands as a promising solution. However, traditional photovoltaic (PV) panels, while efficient, often come with high costs and aesthetic limitations. … Read more
A Dive into Conservation: The Vital Role of Sea Turtle Projects Sea turtles, ancient mariners traversing the world’s oceans for millions of years, are facing a perilous future. Habitat loss, climate change, and human activities have pushed many species to the brink of extinction. Recognizing the urgency of the situation, numerous organizations and individuals have … Read more
Biodiversity and intact Ecosystems. Climate justice is the understanding that we will not be able to stop climate change if we don’t change the neo-liberal, corporate-based economy which stops us from achieving sustainable societies. It is the understanding that corporate Globalization-3/”>Globalization must be stopped. The historical responsibility for the vast majority of greenhouse … Read more