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Harnessing the Wind: A Comprehensive Look at Wind Energy Wind energy, the conversion of wind’s kinetic energy into electricity, has emerged as a crucial player in the global transition towards renewable energy sources. Its clean, sustainable nature, coupled with technological advancements and falling costs, has propelled wind energy to the forefront of the fight against … Read more
Rain Water Harvesting Water forms the lifeline of any Society. Water is essential for the Environment, Food Security and Sustainable Development. All the known civilizations have flourished with water source as the base and it is true in the present context too. Availability of drinking water and provision of sanitation facilities are the … Read more
Mangroves for the Future: A Beacon of Hope for Coastal Resilience Introduction The world’s coastlines are facing unprecedented challenges. Rising sea levels, intensified storms, and coastal erosion are threatening the livelihoods of millions and jeopardizing the delicate balance of coastal ecosystems. In this context, mangroves emerge as a vital bulwark against these threats, offering a … Read more
The Aerial Roots of Resilience: Exploring the Fascinating World of Pneumatophores The world of plants is a tapestry of diverse adaptations, each a testament to the incredible ingenuity of life. Among these adaptations, pneumatophores stand out as a remarkable example of how plants conquer challenging environments. These specialized aerial roots, found in certain species of … Read more
Biotechnology is defined in accordance with the Convention on Biological Diversity, i.e. “any technological application that uses biological systems, living organisms, or Derivatives thereof, to make or modify products or processes for specific use” Biotechnology as applied to Food Processing in most developing countries makes use of microbial inoculants to enhance properties such as … Read more
Rio+20: A Legacy of Promise and Progress, but Challenges Remain Twenty years after the landmark Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro, the world convened again in 2012 for Rio+20, the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development. This gathering aimed to assess progress made on sustainable development goals and chart a new course for the future. … Read more
On the Brink: A Look at Critically Endangered Mammals The Earth’s biodiversity is facing an unprecedented crisis. Species are disappearing at an alarming rate, with mammals being particularly vulnerable. Among these, the “Critically Endangered” category represents the most dire situation, where extinction is a very real and immediate threat. This article delves into the plight … Read more
Harnessing the Sun: A Comprehensive Guide to Solar Energy The sun, a celestial powerhouse, has been a source of life and energy for billions of years. Now, humanity is increasingly turning to this inexhaustible resource to power our homes, businesses, and industries. Solar energy, the conversion of sunlight into electricity or heat, is rapidly gaining … Read more
Ecological Footprint accounting measures the demand on and supply of nature.On the demand side, the Ecological Footprint measures the ecological assets that a given Population requires to produce the natural Resources it consumes (including plant-based food and fiber products, Livestock and fish products, timber and other forest products, space for urban Biodiversity, soil erosion, and … Read more
The Rotterdam Convention: A Global Framework for Protecting Human Health and the Environment from Hazardous Chemicals The Rotterdam Convention on the Prior Informed Consent (PIC) Procedure for Certain Hazardous Chemicals and Pesticides in International Trade, commonly known as the Rotterdam Convention, is a landmark international treaty aimed at protecting human health and the environment from … Read more