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

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.

Updated on Apr 09, 2025 07:55 PM IST
Zarafshan 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

Published on Mar 02, 2025 09:00 AM IST
Hillary 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.

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.

Updated on Feb 10, 2025 09:01 PM IST
‘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?

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

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.

Published on Oct 01, 2024 12:46 PM IST
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?

Updated on Sep 14, 2024 12:49 PM IST
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

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

Updated on Jul 18, 2024 10:19 AM IST
Navigating carbon markets: Strategies for sustainable businesses
This article is authored by Shailendra Singh Rao, founder, Creduce.

Published on Jul 05, 2024 02:56 PM IST
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

Updated on May 11, 2024 06:32 AM IST
Green initiatives for sustainable construction practices
This article is authored by Lalit Kumar Aggarwal, co-founder & vice chairman, Signature Global (India) Ltd.

Published on May 08, 2024 11:31 AM IST
Reducing carbon footprints for a sustainable future
This article is authored by Tanya Singhal, founder, Mynzo Carbon and Solar Arise, New Delhi.

Published on Apr 03, 2024 11:50 AM IST
Evaluating Net-zero for the Indian cement industry
This paper has been authored by Kartheek Nitturu and others, CEEW.

Published on Feb 24, 2024 05:05 PM IST
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.

Published on Jan 26, 2024 02:18 PM IST
Tapatrisha Das, Delhi
Affordability and permanence of biochar as a carbon removal solution
This article is authored by Shailendra Singh Rao, founder, Creduce.

Published on Dec 04, 2023 11:26 AM IST
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

Updated on Nov 11, 2023 05:02 AM IST
Gaurav 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

Updated on Oct 14, 2023 01:36 PM IST
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.

Updated on Aug 19, 2023 02:07 PM IST
Singh 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.

Updated on Aug 17, 2023 12:34 AM IST
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?

Updated on Jul 21, 2023 06:20 PM IST
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.

Published on May 31, 2023 04:46 PM IST
Deutsche 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

Updated on May 26, 2023 01:22 AM IST
HT 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.

Updated on Jul 27, 2023 10:54 PM IST
Green growth for India: Special focus on mangrove protection
This article is authored by Neelima A, associate, Centre for Public Policy Research, Kochi.

Published on May 16, 2023 12:23 PM IST
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

Updated on Apr 25, 2023 01:50 PM IST
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.

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.

Updated on Aug 11, 2023 08:59 PM IST
ht_print | Vanessa Viegas