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Global warming isn't funny -- except in the hands of these comedians

world news

Updated on Apr 11, 2025 07:36 PM IST

AP |

Nutritionist reveals 9 everyday habits that could save the Earth and your health

Your plate vs the planet: Are you making the right health choices? Change these 9 meal habits that make a huge difference.

These 9 food swaps are saving the planet and you can start today.(Image by Pixabay)

lifestyle

Updated on Apr 09, 2025 07:55 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

With focus on renewable energy, Chandigarh admn revises climate action plan

While the plan was initially prepared in 2015, it was updated to meet international climate targets, with a strong focus on renewable energy and sustainability, while also adhering to the framework provided by the Union ministry of environment, forest, and climate change

The ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ initiative seeks to enhance afforestation efforts through community-driven tree plantation campaigns. (iStock)

cities

Published on Mar 02, 2025 09:00 AM IST

ByHillary Victor, Chandigarh

Tax breaks and state aid: All about the EU's draft Clean Industrial Deal

The EU's ‘Clean Industrial Deal’ aims to help revitalise Europe's ailing domestic industries and help them stay competitive.

This photograph taken on February 18, 2025, shows the facade of the Berlaymont building, which houses the European Union Commission headquarters, and European Union flags, in Brussels.(AFP)

world news

Updated on Feb 19, 2025 12:03 AM IST

Reuters |

French-India tango over the future of AI

Paris AI Action Summit aims to establish sustainable AI solutions, co-chaired by France and India, addressing ethics, accessibility, and environmental impact.

opinion

Updated on Feb 10, 2025 09:01 PM IST

ByMohan Kumar

‘Got a feeling it’s going to be a good year’: R Sukumar writes on ’25

It will be a once-in-a-lifetime equation, the new year (but, in a sense, what year isn’t?). Who do you want to be, what do you want to do, in the pivotal 2025?

(Images: Adobe Stock; HT Imaging: Monica Gupta)

lifestyle

Updated on Dec 27, 2024 04:42 PM IST

ByR Sukumar

Japan's Mount Fuji eyes China-made tram to transport hikers, source says

JAPAN-MOUNTFUJI/ (CORRECTED, PIX):REFILE-Japan's Mount Fuji eyes China-made tram to transport hikers, source says

world news

Updated on Nov 17, 2024 10:38 AM IST

Reuters |

IIT Bombay professor wears torn socks at 5-star: ‘To reduce carbon footprint’

Chetan Singh Solanki, who is known as the Solar Man of India, defended his torn socks seen in a photo, highlighting his commitment to sustainability.

Chetan Singh Solanki is on a mission to raise awareness about environmental degradation over the past few decades, travelling over 43,000 km across 20 states to promote solar energy.(LinkedIn/ChetanSinghSolanki)

trending

Published on Oct 01, 2024 12:46 PM IST

ByMuskaan Sharma

AI has entered the building, but does that make it greener?

Algorithms are finding surprising new ways to make buildings smarter,reduce emissions. But what happens when we factor in the carbon footprint of the AI itself?

An AI program requires so many data centres — involving so much power and water — just at the training stage that generating a single image can essentially suck up as much energy as fully charging a smartphone, studies have found. (Adobe Stock)

lifestyle

Updated on Sep 14, 2024 12:49 PM IST

ByNatasha Rego

Netflix wants to shrink your favorite TV show’s carbon footprint

Virgin River is using batteries and Bridgerton is testing out hydrogen, but the company's overall emissions reduction progress has been marginal

business

Published on Sep 04, 2024 07:19 PM IST

Bloomberg |

This Bill Gates startup makes butter from air that tastes ‘like the real thing'

Bill Gates-supported startup, Savor, pioneers dairy-free butter with minimal environmental impact

Bill Gates, co-chairman of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, speaks during the 2024 CERAWeek by S&P Global conference in Houston, Texas.(Bloomberg)

business

Updated on Jul 18, 2024 10:19 AM IST

ByMallika Soni

Navigating carbon markets: Strategies for sustainable businesses

This article is authored by Shailendra Singh Rao, founder, Creduce.

ht insight

Published on Jul 05, 2024 02:56 PM IST

ByShailendra Singh Rao

IIT-B is developing green policy to reduce carbon footprint on campus

Kedare, who is an alumni of the institute and was born and brought up in Mumbai, has been working in the energy sector for the last three decades. While working in rural areas, he worked on solar systems. He has led teams or collaborated for the successful installation of various energy systems in the industry

cities

Updated on May 11, 2024 06:32 AM IST

ByNiraj Pandit

Green initiatives for sustainable construction practices

This article is authored by Lalit Kumar Aggarwal, co-founder & vice chairman, Signature Global (India) Ltd.

Green Initiatives (Representational photo / Creative Commons)

ht insight

Published on May 08, 2024 11:31 AM IST

ByLalit Kumar Aggarwal

Reducing carbon footprints for a sustainable future

This article is authored by Tanya Singhal, founder, Mynzo Carbon and Solar Arise, New Delhi.

Carbon Footprint (representative image) (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

ht insight

Published on Apr 03, 2024 11:50 AM IST

ByTanya Singhal

Evaluating Net-zero for the Indian cement industry

This paper has been authored by Kartheek Nitturu and others, CEEW.

A labourer carries a sack of cement inside a shop. (REUTERS)

ht insight

Published on Feb 24, 2024 05:05 PM IST

ByHindustan Times

International Reducing Co2 Emissions Day 2024: Date, history and significance

International Reducing Co2 Emissions Day 2024: From date to significance, here's all that you need to know about this important day.

lifestyle

Published on Jan 26, 2024 02:18 PM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

Affordability and permanence of biochar as a carbon removal solution

This article is authored by Shailendra Singh Rao, founder, Creduce.

People protest against the climate crisis in Glasgow. (Reuters)

ht insight

Published on Dec 04, 2023 11:26 AM IST

ByHindustan Times

In a green push, govt officials in HP to get electric vehicles

The state finance department has asked all the departments concerned to submit a list of required vehicles in order to prepare a budget

Himachal Pradesh government has prepared a draft notification mandating the use of electric vehicles by all its officials (HT Photo)

cities

Updated on Nov 11, 2023 05:02 AM IST

ByGaurav Bisht, Shimla

NITI Aayog encourages Maharatnas to set up charging stations, adopt to EVs

The Prime Minister Narendra Modi government aims to have EVs comprise 30% of new private vehicle registrations, amounting to 8 crore EVs, by 2030

NITI Aayog advisor Sudhendu Sinha chaired a meeting with Maharatnas on Friday. (File Photo)

india news

Updated on Oct 14, 2023 01:36 PM IST

BySaptarshi Das

What is direct air carbon capture — technology backed by Biden administration?

Critics argue that DAC is energy and cost-intensive, with limited outcomes compared to resources invested.

A Direct Air Capture facility of 1PointFive.(1PointFive)

technology

Updated on Aug 19, 2023 02:07 PM IST

BySingh Rahul Sunilkumar | Edited by Aniruddha Dhar

Thane city can cut carbon footprint by 22% in three years: NIUA report

A new report suggests that Thane city in India can reduce its annual carbon footprint by 22% by 2026. The report outlines various measures including the use of rooftop solar, electric mobility, waste-to-energy plants, and energy-efficient street lighting. Thane's annual greenhouse gas emissions currently stand at 2.29 million tonnes of CO2 equivalent, or 1.09 tonnes per person, compared to nearby Mumbai's emissions of 23.42 million tonnes, or 1.8 tonnes per person. The report also highlights the need for integrated water and wastewater management to address high-risk emissions sources.

cities

Updated on Aug 17, 2023 12:34 AM IST

ByPrayag Arora-Desai

Four-wing drive: Flying cars are taking off, but are we ready for them?

From China to Slovakia, permits are being issued, price tags discussed. Most flying cars are EVs, but where is the power to come from? And who will pilot them?

(Clockwise) The XPeng X2, Klein Vision AirCar and Embraer’s Eve are in various stages of development by companies based in China, Slovakia and Brazil. An estimated 250 companies worldwide are currently working on flying-car prototypes.

lifestyle

Updated on Jul 21, 2023 06:20 PM IST

ByVishal Mathur

How can governments help people cut their carbon footprint?

People in rich countries can lead clean lives quicker if governments make it easy for them to ditch dirty habits.

lifestyle

Published on May 31, 2023 04:46 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle, Delhi

Chandigarh admn waives road tax on hybrid vehicles too

According to a notification issued by Chandigarh transport department, road tax will be waived on battery-operated vehicles of all categories, and electric and hybrid vehicles (strong hybrid and plug-in hybrid) from March 18, 2023, to March 17, 2028

Nitin Mehan, secretary, Federation of Automobile Dealers’ Association, Chandigarh said the cost of hybrid vehicles ranged between <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>18 lakh and <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1 crore. (HT File Photo)

cities

Updated on May 26, 2023 01:22 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Chandigarh

A bug’s life: Could bacteria help us clean up our mess?

They’re an army of superheroes, in land, sea and air. Some can act as bio-batteries. Others digest plastic. Some emit energy, simply by breathing.

(Images: Wikimedia Commons; Imaging: Puneet Kumar)

lifestyle

Updated on Jul 27, 2023 10:54 PM IST

ByVanessa Viegas

Green growth for India: Special focus on mangrove protection

This article is authored by Neelima A, associate, Centre for Public Policy Research, Kochi.

Sundari tree (Heritiera fomes) forest in Sunderbans river delta. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

ht insight

Published on May 16, 2023 12:23 PM IST

ByHindustan Times

Wedding trends to watch out for!

From grand yet intimate celebrations, eco-conscious nuptials to sundowner pheras, here’s what is in store for 2023’s shaadi season

To make the wedding planning easier, experts from the wedding industry talk about the trends that will rule the shaadi season this year

lifestyle

Updated on Apr 25, 2023 01:50 PM IST

BySanchita Kalra

London Marathon strives to reduce its carbon footprint

Travel has the biggest environmental impact on large marathons, and so a 26 pound ($32) carbon levy is part of the entry fee for international participants.

Like any mass participation event, climate concerns are a growing part of marathon planning.(Getty images)

environment

Published on Apr 21, 2023 03:28 PM IST

Reuters |

Flying colours: A tribute to the Boeing 747

The last one rolled out in January. The age of the jumbo jet is officially over. See how this plane altered the map of the world,in the golden age of aviation.

The Boeing 747 wasn’t just bigger than every other commercial airline of its time, it was at least double the size of every other plane in the skies. (Adobe.stock)

lifestyle

Updated on Aug 11, 2023 08:59 PM IST

ht_print | ByVanessa Viegas

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Latest from carbon footprint

Global warming isn't funny -- except in the hands of these comedians

Your plate vs the planet: Are you making the right health choices? Change these 9 meal habits that make a huge difference.

While the plan was initially prepared in 2015, it was updated to meet international climate targets, with a strong focus on renewable energy and sustainability, while also adhering to the framework provided by the Union ministry of environment, forest, and climate change

The EU's ‘Clean Industrial Deal’ aims to help revitalise Europe's ailing domestic industries and help them stay competitive.

Paris AI Action Summit aims to establish sustainable AI solutions, co-chaired by France and India, addressing ethics, accessibility, and environmental impact.

It will be a once-in-a-lifetime equation, the new year (but, in a sense, what year isn’t?). Who do you want to be, what do you want to do, in the pivotal 2025?

JAPAN-MOUNTFUJI/ (CORRECTED, PIX):REFILE-Japan's Mount Fuji eyes China-made tram to transport hikers, source says

Chetan Singh Solanki, who is known as the Solar Man of India, defended his torn socks seen in a photo, highlighting his commitment to sustainability.

Algorithms are finding surprising new ways to make buildings smarter,reduce emissions. But what happens when we factor in the carbon footprint of the AI itself?

Virgin River is using batteries and Bridgerton is testing out hydrogen, but the company's overall emissions reduction progress has been marginal

Bill Gates-supported startup, Savor, pioneers dairy-free butter with minimal environmental impact

This article is authored by Shailendra Singh Rao, founder, Creduce.

This article is authored by Lalit Kumar Aggarwal, co-founder & vice chairman, Signature Global (India) Ltd.

This article is authored by Tanya Singhal, founder, Mynzo Carbon and Solar Arise, New Delhi.

This paper has been authored by Kartheek Nitturu and others, CEEW.

International Reducing Co2 Emissions Day 2024: From date to significance, here's all that you need to know about this important day.

This article is authored by Shailendra Singh Rao, founder, Creduce.

The state finance department has asked all the departments concerned to submit a list of required vehicles in order to prepare a budget

The Prime Minister Narendra Modi government aims to have EVs comprise 30% of new private vehicle registrations, amounting to 8 crore EVs, by 2030

Critics argue that DAC is energy and cost-intensive, with limited outcomes compared to resources invested.

From China to Slovakia, permits are being issued, price tags discussed. Most flying cars are EVs, but where is the power to come from? And who will pilot them?

People in rich countries can lead clean lives quicker if governments make it easy for them to ditch dirty habits.

According to a notification issued by Chandigarh transport department, road tax will be waived on battery-operated vehicles of all categories, and electric and hybrid vehicles (strong hybrid and plug-in hybrid) from March 18, 2023, to March 17, 2028

They’re an army of superheroes, in land, sea and air. Some can act as bio-batteries. Others digest plastic. Some emit energy, simply by breathing.

This article is authored by Neelima A, associate, Centre for Public Policy Research, Kochi.

From grand yet intimate celebrations, eco-conscious nuptials to sundowner pheras, here’s what is in store for 2023’s shaadi season

Travel has the biggest environmental impact on large marathons, and so a 26 pound ($32) carbon levy is part of the entry fee for international participants.

The last one rolled out in January. The age of the jumbo jet is officially over. See how this plane altered the map of the world,in the golden age of aviation.

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