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Understanding Climate Change in India

Understanding Climate Change in India

Climate change is a phenomenon that leads to long-term shifts in temperature, precipitation, and weather patterns across the globe. The primary drivers of climate change are human activities like- burning of fossil fuels, deforestation, and…
Role of Waste Management in Achieving Zero Waste Goals

Role of Waste Management in Achieving Zero Waste Goals

What is Waste Management?Waste management refers to the process of collecting, segregating, recycling, and disposing of waste in a manner that minimizes its impact on the environment. It aims to turn waste into a resource…
Importance of Effective Waste Management

Importance of Effective Waste Management

Mountain towns in the Indian Himalayan Region, such as Mussoorie in Uttarakhand, are celebrated for their breathtaking landscapes and serene environments. Perched at an altitude of 6,932 feet and just 32 kilometers from Dehradun, Mussoorie…
How Sustainable Tourism Saves the Planet

How Sustainable Tourism Saves the Planet

Hans Andersen once rightly said, “To travel is to live,” and could there be a better way to encapsulate the spirit of travel and the magic that entails an odyssey? Epoch after epoch, travel has…
How Plastic Recycling Works

How Plastic Recycling Works

Plastic production is on the rise. In 2013, global plastic production was approximately 299 million metric tons. By 2023, this figure had risen to around 413.8 million metric tons, representing an increase of about 38%…
Global Warming’s Impact on Himalayan Weather

Global Warming’s Impact on Himalayan Weather

The Himalayas, often called the “Third Pole” due to their vast reserves of ice and snow, are among the most climate-sensitive regions on Earth. Stretching across multiple countries, these towering peaks and their ecosystems are…
Get Involved in Biodiversity Conservation

Get Involved in Biodiversity Conservation

Biodiversity conservation is not just a global responsibility; it is also a local opportunity to protect the rich ecosystems that sustain life. From the tiniest microbes in the soil to the majestic predators atop the…
Exploring CSR Projects in India

Exploring CSR Projects in India

In today’s socially conscious business landscape, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) partnerships have emerged as a cornerstone for fostering sustainable growth and creating a positive impact. CSR partnerships are all about alliances between corporations and non-profit…
Marginalized Communities and Social Change: Lessons from Waste Warriors Empowering Rural Communities Through Waste Management

Marginalized Communities and Social Change: Lessons from Waste Warriors Empowering Rural Communities Through Waste Management

The climate crisis doesn’t affect everyone equally; it disproportionately impacts already marginalized communities, particularly women, oppressed castes, and rural populations. Máire A. Dugan puts it in her essay titled, Power Inequities “Inequity is the virtually…
Empowering Dharamshala Communities

Empowering Dharamshala Communities

The Himalayan region continues to grapple with an under-recognized crisis: mountains of unmanaged solid waste. Despite a relatively low local population, Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh attract a massive influx of tourists, generating alarming amounts of…