The Amazon experienced one of its most severe droughts in 2024, with Manaus recording its lowest river levels since 1902. Tree ring analysis is providing insights into the region's climate history and the impact of changing climate patterns.
Arunachal Pradesh is experiencing one of its most severe forest fire seasons in recent years, with hundreds of blazes destroying vast areas of forest, farmland, and orchards. Prolonged dry conditions have exacerbated the crisis.
Uttarakhand's traditional knowledge of water management offers vital insights that should be integrated into India's national climate adaptation strategy, moving beyond a sole focus on carbon metrics.
A new report indicates that climate action by Indian banks is not meeting expectations, with regulatory pressures appearing to be a stronger driver than proactive strategy.
A United Nations report indicates that crucial global objectives, including reversing forest loss and eradicating extreme poverty for forest-dependent communities, are not being met. These targets remain significantly off track.
India is prioritizing the development of data centres, with a significant project underway in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. This expansion, however, is drawing attention to potential challenges related to water and energy consumption.
India's electricity demand is surging weeks before summer's peak, nearing a record 256 gigawatts in April. An intense heatwave is driving up cooling needs, straining power systems in central and southern regions where temperatures are reaching the mid-40s Celsius.
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) reports that a worsening debt crisis in developing nations is intensifying gender inequality. Women are experiencing significant job losses, reduced incomes, and deteriorating health as public funds are redirected from essential services to debt repayment.
The fuels used for cooking have a significant impact on the climate. This issue highlights the connection between everyday activities and broader environmental concerns.