Page 20 - Environment

Delhi collected Rs 1,298 cr in green fund; spent only one-fifth in 6 years

The Delhi government has spent only 21 per cent of the Rs 1,298 crore collected as environment compensation charge from diesel-guzzling trucks entering the capital in the last six years

Walmart sued over 'improper' disposal of e-waste, hazardous items

Walmart has been sued by the California Attorney General and 12 state district attorneys, over its alleged improper disposal of electronic and hazardous waste, compromising local landfills

Year In Review: Diluting green norms may derail India's climate goals

In 2021, the govt pushed renewables to meet its updated climate aims, but also came up with plans to clear forests and reduced scrutiny of polluting units that could cause further environmental damage

Best of BS Opinion: US monetary policy, environmental issues, and more

Here are the best of Business Standard's opinion pieces on Monday

Season of despair

It's not rocket science to understand whether the pollution is generated locally, or it comes from neighbouring states, or is a combination of both

What is green hydrogen? Can India make it affordable?

Green hydrogen's enhanced use can help India meet its clean energy goals. But they also come with high costs. What does India need to do here? This report tries to find some answers

Govt sensitive about ecology: Gadkari amid concerns over Chardham project

Union minister Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday termed allegations that road construction triggered landslides in Uttarakhand as 'misinformation' and asserted that the government is sensitive about ecology

Development and environmental protection are equally important: Kerala CM

The proclaimed goal of the Left government is to create a 'nava Kerala' (new Kerala) that is capable of withstanding natural calamities, the Chief Minister told the state Assembly

Lack of seriousness will jeopardise net zero pledges, says India

India, speaking on behalf of the BASIC group, on Monday warned that lack of a serious approach to climate finance will jeopardise the enhanced mitigation and adaptation ambition as well as net zero pledges of parties. India last week said that climate finance cannot continue at the levels decided in 2009 and emphasised that it expects climate finance of USD one trillion "at the earliest" in view of new commitments. Richa Sharma, Lead Negotiator (India) and Additional Secretary, Ministry of Environment, while delivering the BASIC (Brazil, South Africa, India and China) group statement at the joint stock take plenary at the 26th international climate conference here, said that clear timelines and milestones were required to determine the exact magnitude of the new finance goal. "Post 2020 mitigation ambition and net zero pledges require significantly enhanced climate finance. The exact magnitude of the new finance goal can be determined through a structured process, with clear timelin

Climate goals: Can investor activism deliver what govts could not?

The moves by investors and accounting innovations by economists and auditors could make a critical difference on the margin. Call it Plan B; there is no Plan C, writes T N Ninan

Experts hail India's announcement to achieve net zero target by 2070

Aarti Khosla, Director, Climate Trends, said, By announcing a commitment for achieving net zero targets by 2070, India has responded positively to the global call and it was the best climate action.

Best of BS Opinion: A disappointing G20, green issues of tomorrow & more

Here are the top BS Opinion pieces of the day

Climate change may reduce farm incomes by 15% in India, finds study

It finds that on a high-emissions pathway, climate impacts spiral to cause devastating damage across the G20.

Developed countries fail to meet climate goals while India exceeds targets

The UN Environment Programme's (UNEP) Emissions Gap Report released also on Tuesday confirmed India's achievement and suggested it should set higher targets.

European Union looks to strengthen ties with Arctic, protect environment

The Arctic is warming up to three times faster than the rest of the planet

Right to clean environment breakthrough moment: UN agency head

This right has been rooted in the 1972 Stockholm Declaration

Coal's problems are governance, not climate regulation

In a few short weeks, the world's leaders will gather for the United Nations' 26th Conference on Parties

NGT vested with suo motu power in discharge of functions, says SC

NGT is vested with suo motu power, the Supreme Court ruled on Thursday and said it is vital for the wellbeing of the nation

India to face challenges in balancing food security with sustainability

The country will continue to find it challenging to balance food goals without severe damage to its environment, according to a report

Clash of economy and ecology in global politics

These 30 years have also taught us that we cannot ensure sustainable growth unless it is affordable and inclusive