CLIMATE LEGISLATION

Supreme Court judge Justice K V Viswanathan stated on Friday that climate change poses a serious existential threat and advocated for the establishment of a permanent commission in India, akin to NITI Aayog, to devise a comprehensive solution.

Genetic alterations have come a long way. We arguably began doing it thousands of years ago, when we started selectively breeding crops for size, yield, taste and resilience.

The announcement came after the first projected results from France put the far-right National Rally party well ahead in the European Union's parliamentary elections, handing a chastening loss to Macron's pro-European centrists, according to French ...

World Environment Day holds significance for companies amidst climate change. India Inc's environmental compliance record shows room for improvement. Only 122 of the top 1,000 companies disclosed conducting EIAs in their FY23 reports sourced from Pr...

China announced plans to implement a new carbon footprint management system by 2027 to measure the carbon content of key products, aiming to meet climate goals and global carbon standards.

The Rajasthan High Court directed the state government to provide compensation to dependents of heatwave victims and emphasized declaring heatwaves and cold waves as national calamities.

EU's industry chief calls for new tech regulations for global digital market. Leading in tech regulation with DMA and AI Act. U.S. facing antitrust lawsuit against Apple by Department of Justice.

The G7 leaders recently committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050, with the Albanese government in Australia introducing legislation to create a Net Zero Economy Authority to drive investment in clean energy. The concept of net zero, aiming ...

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk led a 21-day fast in sub-zero temperatures in March this year, seeking autonomy for Ladakh. The protesters, who were inspired by actor Aamir Khan's character Rancho in Bollywood blockbuster "3 Idiots," argued that the...

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) makes the producers i.e., manufacturers, assembler, importer, or a seller of the goods, responsible for the entire life cycle of their goods.

The latest US actions reflect a strategic shift in trade policy and considerations of carbon dumping, EU engagement, and national security implications.

Joe Biden and Donald Trump are two presidents who have tasks left incomplete and a strong desire to complete them. Their histories and proposals regarding abortion, immigration, taxes, and foreign conflicts - and more - make it clear that the candid...

Courts globally, including India's Supreme Court and the European Court of Human Rights, are recognizing climate action as a fundamental human right. Activists are turning to courts to push governments to enact laws protecting citizens from climate ...

Many of the climate cafes are free and open to the public, but some have been convened especially for librarians, therapists and other professionals.

The European Union is set to approve the Nature Restoration Law, a key part of the European Green Deal. The plan aims to establish ambitious climate and biodiversity targets. Despite facing opposition and being diluted, it is seen as a step towards ...

Over the next year, elections in countries with 40% of the world's people and emissions will shape climate policies. Some places may push for cleaner energy, but others might resist. A review of crucial upcoming events follows. India's Prime Ministe...

The Zoram People's Movement (ZPM) cabinet, led by Chief Minister Lalduhoma, took oath in Mizoram. Seven Cabinet Ministers and four Ministers of State were sworn in during the ceremony at the Raj Bhavan complex in Aizawl. Chief Minister Lalduhoma has...

"So extreme heat has to be viewed as one of the most dangerous results of changing climate, especially in India. It is happening, and we know it's happening. And while we race to find big changes and transitions, we have to worry about what's happen...

So why bother? Even many climate watchers sometimes ask that question, and there is a growing debate about whether the current process needs major reforms. But viewed with a long lens — and with the proviso that progress is often more of a slow tric...