low carbon

  • Climate Change Perspective Through Photography

    The world is in a tight spot with climate change knocking at our door. But have you ever thought about how we truly understand the weight of this global battle? Sure, we get tons of info from social media, news outlets, and scientific papers, but it's the snapshots taken by folks witnessing climate chaos firsthand that really hit home.

  • Fashion's Eco-Friendly Revolution: Innovative Materials Saving the Planet

    Climate change seems to be a never-ending problem causing trouble for our planet. The weather is getting hotter, storms are getting stronger, and the ice at the North and South Poles is melting. But there's hope! People are starting to find new ways to help the planet, even in unexpected places like the fashion industry.

  • Simple Ideas, Big Changes: Mansukhbhai's Mitti Cool and the Future of Sustainability

    Have you ever taken a moment to think about the convenience of having a refrigerator? For most of us, it's a crucial appliance that preserves our food and drinks. But what about those who can't afford this modern luxury? How do they manage without refrigerators, and what does it mean for the environment?

  • Why do we need to think twice about the pads we use every month?

    The history of menstrual hygiene products has seen a transformative journey, particularly with the introduction of sanitary pads. These disposable products revolutionized personal hygiene for women, especially in developing countries like India, bringing about significant improvements in health and breaking longstanding taboos. However, the very convenience that has empowered women globally comes with an environmental cost, contributing substantially to plastic pollution.

  • Kanika Ahuja's ‘Lifaffa’ turns plastic bags into stylish accessories

    In the busy streets of Delhi, Kanika Ahuja is making a positive change by turning everyday plastic waste into trendy accessories through her cool initiative, Lifaffa. As the daughter of Anita and Shalabh Ahuja, founders of the NGO Conserve India, Kanika is not just upcycling plastic; she is upscaling the very essence of sustainability.

  • The Impact of Climate Change on the Gulf Stream

    Did you know that the Gulf Stream, a swift ocean current flowing from the Gulf of Mexico to the North Atlantic, is not just a current but a key player in regulating our climate?

  • Climate change is quietly diminishing the population of polar bears in the Arctic

    In the Arctic, polar bears, one of the most iconic species on the planet, are facing a daunting challenge. The Arctic is warming about twice as fast as other places, causing the ice that polar bears depend on to melt away quickly. Over the past 20 years, the ice in winter has gone down by a third, and it's happening faster. Even Greenland, covered in ice for thousands of years, is losing ice at a rate we've never seen before, and it could be even worse if we don't do something about it.

  • From Tears to Triumph: The Valentina Elangbam Story

    In the verdant landscapes of Manipur, India, where nature's symphony is often punctuated by the melancholy of felled trees, a young child's voice resonates with the promise of regeneration and hope. This is the story of Valentina Elangbam, a tender soul whose impassioned plea for the environment catapulted her from a local guardian to a state-recognized Green Ambassador.

  • Young Activist Aditya Mukarji Leads the Charge Against Plastic Pollution

    In a world where plastic pollution poses a grave threat to our environment, one young hero stands out, determined to make a difference. Meet Aditya Mukarji, a 20-year-old from Gurgaon, India, whose passion for protecting our planet has led him on an incredible journey of activism against plastic waste.

  • Empowering Women, Protecting Wildlife: The Namo Drone Didi Initiative

    In a landmark initiative aimed at empowering women and revolutionizing agriculture, Prime Minister Narendra Modi introduced the 'Namo Drone Didi' program. The announcement came during his interaction with beneficiaries of the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra, underlining the government's commitment to ensuring the timely delivery of benefits from flagship schemes across the nation last November.