Plastic pollution is a global crisis, where humanity expects to consume over 500 million tonnes of plastic in 2024 alone, with a large share quickly becoming 400 million tonnes of waste. To address this burgeoning concern, the UN Environment Programme has made efforts to establish a legally binding treaty in its fifth session of the […]

The climate crisis induced by global warming is threatening ecosystems, economies, and livelihoods globally and needs urgent action to make Earth a livable planet for future generations. Global warming and climate change are two sides of the same coin, with one driving the other. Global warming refers to the steady increase in Earth’s average surface

The global rise of veganism has created a perception of plant-based products as environmentally and ethically superior. However, the phenomenon of greenwashing—misleading claims about sustainability—has also infiltrated the vegan market, raising ethical concerns. In both global and Indian contexts, this issue highlights the complexities of ethical consumerism. The global vegan food market is witnessing rapid

Excessive production, consumption, and inadequate plastic disposal is a global environmental crisis. For this, renewable plastics are emerging as a transformative solution that can tackle the burgeoning plastic pollution. But balancing its cost-efficiency and sustainability measures will be a game changer. India, where approximately 9.3 million tonnes of plastic waste is generated annually, this innovation

Rapid Urbanization is a defining feature of modern global development that drives economic opportunities, industrialization, and demographic transitions. But to counter its negative impacts, high-performance buildings (HPBs) represent a transformative solution that can tackle the environmental and infrastructural challenges of rapid urbanization. As urban centers expand, there is a pressing need to construct buildings that

As India strives toward the vision of a self-reliant and developed nation, with the vision of “Viksit Bharat,” the agriculture sector holds a pivotal role in transforming this dream into reality. Advanced biotechnology is emerging as a catalyst in the agri-food industry, driving innovation and boosting productivity, resilience, and sustainability. With a robust agricultural heritage,

Fast fashion is trending and thus it has evolved a new business model over time that focuses on the rapid production of inexpensive, designer clothing. Various recognized brands exemplify this model, allowing consumers to stay updated with the latest trends at a fraction of the cost of high-end fashion. While fast fashion has democratized fashion

Composting plays a crucial role in today’s environmental landscape by reducing waste, lowering greenhouse gas emissions, and improving soil health. It provides a sustainable way to recycle organic waste, turning it into nutrient-rich soil, reducing landfill waste, and contributing to environmental conservation. Two distinct methods, cold and hot composting, offer distinct benefits depending on time,

Eco-anxiety is emerging as a significant mental health concern in response to increasing environmental degradation and climate change. Defined as a chronic fear of ecological doom, this phenomenon has gained traction, particularly among younger generations who feel a deep-seated worry about the future of mankind and their beautiful blue planet. The rising prevalence of eco-anxiety

The shrinking of global carbon sinks, especially forests, due to climate change and human activities like deforestation presents a growing threat to environmental sustainability. Forests, which historically absorbed significant amounts of carbon dioxide (CO2), are now struggling to maintain this function due to rising degradation, particularly in tropical regions. The ability of forests to sequester