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climate action
]COP26 outcome a compromise: UN chief on Glasgow climate agreement
“The outcome of COP26 is a compromise. It reflects the interests, the contradictions and the state of political will in the world today. It is an important step, but it is not enough,” Antonio Guterres said.
Published on Nov 14, 2021 09:49 AM IST
Written by Srivatsan K C | Edited by Sohini Goswami, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
What's in the Glasgow Climate Pact?
Scientists say that to go beyond a rise of 1.5C would unleash extreme sea level rise and catastrophes including crippling droughts, monstrous storms and wildfires far worse than those the world is already suffering.
Published on Nov 14, 2021 07:36 AM IST
Reuters | , Glasgow
India’s pledge towards net-zero by 2070 paves path towards a sustainable future
There seems to be a clear contradiction in what some of the developed nations preach and practice. They really need to walk the talk now and if not lead by example at least follow us and make real commitments.
Published on Nov 11, 2021 08:52 PM IST
Nawneet Vibhaw, New Delhi
India Inc hails Modi's call on net zero emissions by 2070, calls it 'practical'
Narendra Modi announced a bold pledge that India will achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2070 and asserted that it is the only country that is delivering in letter and spirit the commitments on tackling climate change under the Paris Agreement.
Published on Nov 02, 2021 07:29 PM IST
hindustantimes.com | Written by Avik Roy, New Delhi
PM Modi delivers India 'panchamrit' gift at COP26 to fight climate change
“In the midst of this global brainstorming on climate change, on behalf of India, I would like to present five nectar elements, Panchamrit, to deal with this challenge,” Modi said.
Published on Nov 01, 2021 11:08 PM IST
Written by Srivatsan K C | Edited by Sohini Goswami, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
G20 agrees on 1.5 degree Celsius climate change target: Report
The declaration, expected to be released later Sunday, will talk about keeping the 1.5 degrees target “within reach.”
Published on Oct 31, 2021 05:35 PM IST
AFP |
Europe clinches deal on wide-ranging climate law to speed emissions cuts
The deal arrives just in time for a summit of world leaders hosted by the US government on Thursday and Friday, where the EU and other global powers will promote their pledges to protect the planet.
Published on Apr 21, 2021 03:25 PM IST
Reuters | | Posted by Srivatsan K C, Brussels
UK to toughen climate target before US President Joe Biden's summit: Reports
The 2035 plan would put Britain on course to meet its target of reaching net zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Published on Apr 20, 2021 03:55 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Srivatsan K C, London
‘Global climate strike’: Youngsters, activists take to streets in Delhi, demand action
A group of protesters had gathered at the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change on Friday afternoon demanding inclusive, attainable environmental plans, among other things.
Updated on Sep 25, 2020 07:55 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | HT Correspondent | Edited by Sparshita Saxena
Greta Thunberg warns of fallouts from climate change in powerful documentary trailer that gives goosebumps
Sweden’s teen climate change activist, Greta Thunberg’s documentary trailer grabs over 1.3 million views, makes hair stand on the ends with climate emergency warnings ahead of cinematic release worldwide starting October 16
Updated on Sep 13, 2020 12:56 PM IST
Hindustan Times, Delhi | Zarafshan Shiraz
India will stick to its NDCs under Paris Agreement despite Covid-19: Prakash Javadekar
Prakash Javadekar said in 2009 the world had agreed that developed countries will mobilise 100 billion dollars every year for climate adaptation and mitigation.
Updated on Apr 22, 2020 07:28 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | Jayashree Nandi
Climate crisis: Land is the key | HT Editorial
Sync traditional knowledge and science to build resilience
Updated on Mar 10, 2020 10:36 PM IST
Hindustan Times | HT Correspondent
India, Norway will work together in exerting pressure on countries for quick climate action: Prakash Javadekar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be officially inaugurating on Monday the CMS COP 13, which is being attended by 1,800 delegates from nearly 130 countries.
Updated on Feb 16, 2020 06:53 PM IST
Gandhinagar | Press Trust of India
Billions at risk as Asia’s great rivers suffer
The 2015 Paris agreement saw nations commit to limiting global warming to two degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels as a way of curbing the worst impacts of global warming.
Published on Jan 11, 2020 04:29 AM IST
Hong Kong | Agence France-Presse
86 fashion companies pledge climate actions
86 fashion companies have asked political leaders around the world to partner with them to deliver effective and ambitious climate action, as part of an event celebrating one year of the Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action.
Updated on Dec 14, 2019 01:55 PM IST
Indo Asian News Service | HT Correspondent, Madrid
Greta Thunberg slams ‘misleading’ climate pledges at UN summit
The UN climate forum tasked with saving the world from runaway global warming has become an “opportunity for countries to negotiate loopholes and avoid raising their ambition” to act on climate, the 16-year-old told delegates and observers to vigorous applause.
Published on Dec 13, 2019 07:19 AM IST
Madrid | Press Trust of India
India leading from the front in climate action: Prakash Javadekar
India has been calling on the developed countries to take the lead in taking actions in the pursuit of solar energy capacity and fulfil their climate finance commitments of raising USD 100 billion per annum by 2020.
Updated on Dec 08, 2019 06:44 AM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | Jayashree Nandi
India among G20 nations facing highest losses due to extreme weather events: Report
India has the most ambitious NDC to limit global warming to 1.5 degree C. India is also currently the country investing the most in renewable energy while Brazil and Germany are the only G20 countries with long-term renewable energy strategies.
Updated on Nov 11, 2019 12:07 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | Jayashree Nandi
The stepchild of the Rio Earth Summit may finally get its due
Desertification ended ancient civilisations. The world is facing the same threat. The Delhi meet offers a plan
Updated on Oct 13, 2019 07:18 PM IST
Arunabha Ghosh
Climate movement now ‘too loud to handle’ for Trump and critics, says teen activist Greta Thunberg
“Today we are millions around the world, striking and marching again, and we will keep on doing it until they listen,” Greta Thunberg said.
Updated on Sep 28, 2019 06:30 AM IST
Montreal/ The Hangue | Reuters
Colleges that walk the talk on going green
On-site garbage segregation, biogas plants that fuel canteen stoves, waste water to keep cricket pitches green, and student-led sensitisation drives - Indian colleges are taking organised steps to towards ecosensitivity.
Updated on Sep 30, 2019 03:59 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Aishwarya Iyer
The adverse impact of climate change | HT editorial
Extreme weather-related events are causing more deaths. States must wake up
Updated on Sep 16, 2019 09:34 PM IST
Hindustan Times | HT Correspondent
What the world must do to build climate-friendly cities
Invest in cleaning up the hard-to-abate sectors such as cement and steel so that new infrastructure is green.
Updated on Aug 26, 2019 07:56 AM IST
Naina Lal Kidwai
Although climate change is global, its importance is not viewed globally: Reports
Climate change is global in nature, and is creeping higher in surveys of voter concerns. In some countries it’s at or near the top, but it’s not regarded with the same urgency the world over.
Updated on Jun 26, 2019 09:44 AM IST
Bloomberg | Alan Crawford
Students from city join global protest against climate change
With colourful banners and costumes made of plastic, students braved the April sun to raise their voices against global warming, industrial pollution, deforestation, droughts, and environmental migration among other issues.
Updated on Apr 13, 2019 10:30 AM IST
New Delhi | HT Correspondent
‘Planet hotter than my boyfriend’: Swiss students march for climate action
Despite vows from a number of school districts to show zero tolerance for those who missed class, pupils as young as 12 turned out across at least 15 Swiss cities and towns for the “climate strike.”
Updated on Jan 18, 2019 10:22 PM IST
Geneva | Agence France-Presse
India, China could gain massive health benefits by tackling climate change: WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) report highlights why health considerations are critical to the advancement of climate action and outlines key recommendations for policy makers.
Updated on Dec 06, 2018 02:13 PM IST
Indo Asian News Service | Indo Asian News Service, Katowice (poland)
Sushma Swaraj says India ready to take lead on climate action
India looks forward to welcoming Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to the first General Assembly of the ISA next week in New Delhi.
Updated on Sep 27, 2018 01:44 PM IST
Indo Asian News Service, United Nations | Indo Asian News Service
Museums around the globe seek to save the planet, an exhibit at a time
Climate change cannot be ignored anymore. And that’s why museums around the world are stepping up efforts to address the issue of global warming through events. There is even talk of dedicated climate museums.
Updated on Apr 13, 2018 04:54 PM IST
Reuters | HT Correspondent