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Crypto mining can retire fossil fuels for good. Renewable energy projects are the future

One day an orbiting space-based solar power plant could generate several gigawatts of clean energy and power from a range of blockchain applications.

Arctic heating up 4x as fast as rest of world: Finnish study claims ‘pace underestimated’ so far

Existing climate models weren't accurately capturing 'Arctic amplification', finds study by researchers at Finnish Meteorological Institute, published in Communications Earth & Environment.

Why wildlife body IUCN’s new data on tiger numbers could prove to be a conservation gamechanger

New assessment of tiger population by International Union for Conservation of Nature shows numbers up by 40% between 2015 & 2022. Sets 'realistic baseline' for future evaluations.

Study explores effect of climate change on economic growth

California , August 13 (ANI): Research from the University of California, examines the fundamental issue that underlies the costs and benefits of climate change...

‘Extract and earn’ model for oceans is finished. Blue economy is a historic opportunity

Portugal plans 10GW of marine renewable capacity by 2030 and India has committed to banning single-use plastics. But more commitments are yet required.

Reduce meat eating to meet climate goals. Direct tax is a solution

Other types of regulation like rules on animal feed or manure run the risk of putting domestic livestock farmers at a disadvantage. Here's how a tax can help.

Extreme heat and drought events necessitate more thorough risk assessment:Study

Zurich , August 11 (ANI): The economy, public health, and food production are just a few of the effects of simultaneous extreme heat and...

How Modi govt’s new energy bill aims to bring carbon trading to India, promote non-fossil fuels

An amendment to 2001 Energy Conservation Act, the bill was passed by Lok Sabha Monday. Govt says bill will help India achieve climate goals, including emissions reduction.

How climate change affects economic growth

California , August 10 (ANI): The fundamental issue, which underlies the costs and advantages of climate change policy, is addressed in a study from...

Climate change predicts a southward shift of New Zealand’s great whale species

Palmerston North , August 8 (ANI): A new study sheds light on the effects of climate change on the distribution of great whales in...

On Camera

Operation Meghdoot—when Indian soldiers walked through clouds to beat Pakistan at Saltoro Heights

Tactical and ground conditions, the wait for all loose ends to tie up, festive fervour, and regimental spirit—all had some part to play in 13 April being chosen as the D-day.

Fuel shock hits Asia’s rice bowl as farmers cut planting

War-driven surge in fuel and fertilizer costs forces farmers across Southeast Asia to delay harvests, scale back sowing and risk lower output.

IAF ties up with GE to build own facility for repair, overhaul of Tejas engines with quicker turnaround

Depot facility to be owned, operated & maintained by IAF, with GE Aerospace providing technical inputs, training, support staff & supply of necessary spares & specialised equipment.

The world’s in a flux. India must reform, consolidate & build a strong economy

We now live in a world order that will keep shifting. India must use this window. This also means we remain disciplined enough not to be knee-jerked into reacting to what Pakistan sees as its moment in the sun.