A new study has estimated a 62 per cent risk of triggering climate ‘tipping points’ based on current policies and the resulting warming. Collapse of ice sheets and death of coral reefs are some of the tipping points, or points of no return, which scientists have predicted to occur under continued global warming. Effects of … Read more
A woman officer receiving the A.P. State Energy Conservation Award from Special Chief Secretary (Energy) K. Vijayanand, in Vijayawada on Friday. | Photo Credit: G.N. Rao The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) of the Ministry of Power has called for a nationwide movement on a sustainable basis to combat climate change and protect the environment. In this … Read more
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, during his visit to flood-affected areas in Tindivanam, Marakkanam, Vikravandi, and Villupuram, acknowledged the severe impact of heavy rain on the region and asserted that relief efforts were progressing effectively. Speaking to reporters, Stalin attributed the unrelenting rainfall to climate change, saying, “As per our calculation, this rain is … Read more
Centuries before it became a metropolis, Madras was a cluster of settlements like Mylapore, Triplicane and later, George Town. These settlements emerged from the interplay of sea, rivers and wetlands, and their inhabitants contending with a challenging climate — a cycle of hot-humid summers followed by torrential monsoon rains. Across millennia, Madras developed an architecture … Read more
Preparing our homes to endure heavy rains and high humidity becomes crucial as the monsoon season approaches. In many places across India, the monsoon can be particularly intense. To ensure that homes remain safe, comfortable, and resilient, thoughtful design and meticulous planning are important. Here are some insights and strategies to help homeowners get their … Read more
Houses in the hills usually have a picturesque, dreamy quality, becoming one with the slopes. But hills are known for challenging climatic conditions like extreme cold, snow, and even earthquakes. There are also difficulties in transporting materials for construction on rough terrain. How did indigenous buildings traditionally respond to these conditions? A colourful house in … Read more
G7 energy and climate ministers agreed a time frame Tuesday for phasing out coal-fired power plants that are not equipped to capture emissions in a significant step towards curbing fossil fuel use.The Group of Seven two-day meeting in Turin is the first big political session since the world pledged at the UN’s COP28 climate summit … Read more
Various urban elements, from construction materials to transportation fuels, create ‘hot’ cities, amplifying temperatures by several degrees compared to rural areas. The Indian Meteorological Department has warned of a scorching summer this year with more than the usual number of heatwave days. Some places are likely to face maximum temperatures crossing 40 degrees Celsius. In … Read more
The draft Tamil Nadu Dog Breeding Policy has strictly prohibited the breeding of at least nine cold climate dog breeds, which it says cannot withstand the weather in the country. It has said that female dogs âshall not be mated after the age of eightâ. Though it allows âout-breeding and line-breedingâ, the policy restricts âin-breedingâ. … Read more
At a time when climate vagaries posing a serious threat to the farming community in the hill district, the Wayanad district panchayat is preparing to organise a three-day climate summit at Meenangaddy from February 23 to February 25. A drastic change in climate for the past 20 years has adversely affected the public, especially the … Read more