Environment

WASHINGTON, DC (WAM) - For the past two years, researchers from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) Global Systems Laboratory (GSL) have been developing the first pollen forecast of its kind in the US. The forecast can predict both

HOUSTON, TX (IANS) - Up to 2,000 gallons of oil may have spilled into the Gulf of Mexico after a bunker barge struck a bridge in the island city of Galveston, eastern Texas, the US Coast Guard estimated. The source of

VIENNA, (IANS/DPA) - Wildlife trafficking has not substantially reduced over the past two decades, despite positive signs in reducing the trafficking of iconic species like elephant and rhino, the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) reported in Vienna on

Photo: Goldman Environment Prize India-West News Desk SAN FRANCISCO, CA - The 2024 Goldman Prize winners were celebrated at live ceremonies following Earth Week: in San Francisco on April 29, and in Washington, DC, on May 1. India’s Alok Shukla was among the

NEW YORK, NY (IANS) - India's forest cover saw a consistent increase over the last 15 years, the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change said at the recently concluded United Nations Forum on Forests. An Indian delegation, led by Jitendra

MUMBAI, (IANS) - At least 3 persons were killed, and 55 others injured in two separate incidents -- a gigantic hoarding crash in Ghatkopar and a vertical steel parking lot in Wadala -- in Mumbai, in the aftermath of a

KOCHI, (IANS) - A joint initiative between India and Oman to boost research and conservation of sharks and rays in the Arabian Sea will be launched at an upcoming workshop at ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute. Experts from both countries will

KOLKATA, (IANS) - Air pollution poses a significant threat to the Sundarbans, a crucial mangrove ecosystem in West Bengal that protects the region from extreme weather, warns a recent study by leading environmental scientists. The study, titled "Acidity and oxidative potential

MUMBAI, (IANS) - Dia Mirza, who actively participates in social and environmental issues, talked about the destruction of biodiversity in urban spaces and trimming of trees for monsoon in India, urging the officials to ensure the implementation of better practices. Dia

KOCHI, (IANS) - Researchers at the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute have recorded a widespread bleaching event impacting the coral reefs in the Lakshadweep Sea owing to marine heatwaves. A survey from various Lakshadweep islands shows that a considerable percentage of

KOCHI, (IANS) - The Ministry of Earth Sciences, through the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research, will host the 46th Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting and the 26th Meeting of the Committee for Environmental Protection (CEP 26) from May 20

NEW DELHI, (IANS) - Climate plays a pivotal role in altering the transmission patterns of malaria, said experts on World Malaria Day which fell on April 25. It is observed annually on April 25, to spread awareness about the mosquito-borne disease.

OTTAWA, (IANS) - The fourth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee to develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, including in the marine environment, concluded in Ottawa with an advanced draft text of the instrument and agreement on

NEW DELHI, (IANS) - More than one in five cars sold worldwide this year is expected to be electric, with surging demand projected over the next decade set to remake the global auto industry and significantly reduce oil consumption for

NEW DELHI, (IANS) - Asia remained the world’s most disaster-hit region from weather, climate, and water-related hazards in 2023. Floods and storms caused the highest number of reported casualties and economic losses, whilst the impact of heatwaves became more severe,

NEW DELHI, (IANS) - The Supreme Court has ordered authorities to immediately clean the riverbed of the Yamuna in Agra. A bench of Justices Abhay S. Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan was hearing the application moved by an NGO seeking directions for

GUWAHATI, (IANS) - Popularly known as 'Elephant Girl' (Hasti Kanya) in Assam, 67-year-old Parbati Baruah is India's first woman mahout (elephant keeper) who was conferred the Padma Shri award this week in recognition of her work in animal conservation and

CHENNAI, (IANS) - The first synchronized census of the endangered Nilgiri tahr will commence on April 29 and around 700 personnel, including volunteers and officials, will participate in the exercise that will take three days. The Kerala Forest Department will also

PANAJI, (IANS) - Living in the pristine village of Savoi Verem in Ponda taluka of Goa, Sanjay Anant Patil (59) is known as an innovative farmer in the coastal state and has been conferred with the prestigious Padma Shri Award

MUMBAI, (IANS) - Telugu superstar Allu Arjun and Bollywood actor Jackie Shroff observed the Earth Day on April 22. Allu, who is awaiting the release of 'Pushpa 2: The Rule', the sequel to the box-office juggernaut 'Pushpa: The Rise', shared a

NEW DELHI, (IANS) - In less than 50 years, our planet has lost 69 per cent of its wildlife population. To highlight this loss, and celebrate Earth Day, National Geographic India is back with its 'One For Change' initiative, which

MUMBAI, (IANS) - Kajol, who is known for her fun and quirky social media posts, shared her "thought of the day" on April 21. She expressed amusement rather than admiration for the tradition of lovers carving their names into trees, highlighting

India-West Staff Reporter NEW YORK, NY — Net zero targets in Asia’s four largest economies could substantially expand the market for green hydrogen (H2) electrolyzes, with the combined potential in these countries projected to reach $180 billion by 2050 for key

CHENNAI, (IANS) - The Tamil Nadu Forest Department officials have issued a warning to motorists and tourists passing through the Anamalai Tiger Reserve, urging them to drive at reduced speeds to prevent collisions with animals crossing the roads. The warning is

NEW YORK, NY (IANS) - Climate change is no longer a distant concern but a current reality demanding immediate attention. Its effects, from extreme weather to rising sea levels and resource scarcity, are being felt globally. However, within these challenges

NEW DELHI, (IANS) - Paul Newnham's mission is to make the second of the United Nations' Sustainable Goals -- Zero Hunger -- a global reality in our lifetime. The Australian champion of sustainable food is promoting the cause of beans -- the

PILIBHIT (IANS) - A video, captured by wildlife photographer Siddharth Singh, and shared on X by IFS officer Ramesh Pandey on April 3, has sent the internet into a tizzy. The video clip shows a sloth bear sprinting for its life

Photo: Scripps SAN DIEGO, CA (IANS) - A team of scientists at the Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru, and Scripps Research Institute, here have developed a synthetic human antibody that can neutralize a potent neurotoxin produced by the Elapidae family of highly venomous snakes,

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, DC - The Environmental Protection Agency on April 4 awarded $20 billion to help finance clean-energy projects across the country, marking one of the Biden administration’s biggest investments in combating climate change and curbing pollution in disadvantaged

NEW DELHI (ANI) - Besides acting, Bhumi Pednekar is actively involved in environmental activities. Interestingly, she has now been recognized as a Young Global Leader (YGL) by the World Economic Forum. She will be inducted into the prestigious YGL's class of

NEW YORK, NY (ANI) - A recent study suggests that efforts to limit carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from motor vehicles, along with investments in electric vehicles and public transit, would reduce air pollution and have a significant impact on children's

MUMBAI, (IANS) - Climate action ranks as the second-most crucial factor influencing the choice of political candidates or parties among first-time voters in Maharashtra, according to a recent survey. The survey titled 'Perception of First-Time Voters (aged 18-22 years) on Climate

WASHINGTON, DC (IANS) - A new report from the World Meteorological Organization on March 19 showed that records were once again broken, and in some cases smashed, for greenhouse gas levels, surface temperatures, ocean heat and acidification, sea level rise,

NEW YORK, NY (IANS) - Data integrity is essential for a fair audit assessment of any national climate action plan, an absence of which may result in biases in climate data and misguided policy decisions, the Comptroller & Auditor General

TEL AVIV (ANI/TPS) - Israeli researchers uncovered compelling evidence of the impact of ship noise on dolphins, shedding new light on maritime traffic's influence on marine mammal behavior and communication patterns, and noting implications for marine conservation efforts. By harnessing artificial

LONDON, (IANS) - Humans frequently spread viruses to wild and domestic animals, increasing their risk of disease, finds a study challenging the long-held theory that humans are a sink for viruses. Humans have never been considered a source of viruses, and

NEW DELHI, (IANS) - The Indian climate-tech sector attracted $2.8 billion in investment till November 30, 2023, representing 57 percent of the total investment garnered in the previous year, a report showed on March 21. The investment activity has been driven

ETAWAH (IANS) - The Etawah Lion Safari is facing a piquant problem. The safari has seven lions -- including three males and four females -- that were born to Manan and Jessica between 2016 and 2020 now having reached a breeding

PARIS (IANS) - The United Nations World Water Development Report 2024, published by UNESCO on behalf of UN-Water, highlights that tensions over water are exacerbating conflicts worldwide. To preserve peace, states must boost international cooperation and transboundary agreements, it noted. "As

NEW DELHI, (IANS) - India is going ahead with establishing a global alliance for big cats with a one-time budgetary support of Rs 150 crore for a period of five years. The International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA), with its headquarters in

NEW YORK, NY (IANS) - People with higher exposure to traffic-related air pollution are more likely to have high amounts of amyloid plaques in their brains associated with Alzheimer's disease, according to a study. The study, published in the online issue

MUMBAI, (IANS) - Veteran fashion designer JJ Valaya has given a luxurious spin to sustainable fashion for his latest collection from his bridge-to-luxury brand JJ Valaya Kapurthala. The collection, which represents harmonious fusion of tradition and innovation, is made from eco-friendly

India-West Staff Reporter MUMBAI - Malhar Kalambe, the Environmentalist and Founder of Beach Please, has been awarded the National Creators Award 2024 for his contributions to environmental conservation and sustainability. This accolade, also known as the Swachhata Ambassador Award, highlights Kalambe's

TOKYO (IANS) - International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director-General Rafael Grossi has emphasized continued efforts in monitoring Japan's ocean discharge of nuclear-contaminated wastewater from the crippled Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, local media reported. The IAEA chief reiterated the organization’s commitment

MUMBAI, (IANS) - Former WHO Chief Scientist and Deputy Director General for Programs, Dr Soumya Swaminathan, who recently also received the prestigious Yashwantrao Chavan National Award 2023, feels that India is well-equipped and has positioned itself to effectively tackle various

By Apurv Modi Managing Director & Co-Founder, ATechnos Group Millennials, the generation born between 1981 and 1996, are known for their tech-savvy, socially conscious, and future-oriented approach to life. But now, they're adding another crucial element to their identity: sustainability. While climate

NAIROBI, (IANS) - While heavy-duty vehicle (HDV) exports represent a modest 3.6 percent of the global automotive trade's total value, their associated CO2 emissions have surged by over 30 percent since 2000, with trucks contributing 80 percent a report by

SHIMLA, (IANS) - The reduced snowfall in the Himalayas increases glacial lakes that pose a growing risk of lake outburst floods in the Himalayas, warn glaciologists. They call for increasing preparedness, international cooperation, and climate adaptation. The Himalayan state of Himachal Pradesh

BHUBANESWAR, (IANS) - The Odisha Forest Department has prohibited the entry of visitors with single-use plastic inside the sanctuaries, national parks, and tiger reserves of the state from April 1, an official said on March 4. Odisha Principal Chief Conservator of

NEW DELHI, (IANS) - A team of scientists at the Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology in Assam have developed an eco-friendly and low-cost wound dressing material using banana fibers. The researchers led by Prof. Devasish Chowdhury and Prof.