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SMRs are vital for India’s clean energy transition, contributing significantly to energy self-reliance and climate commitments.

India, US Draw Closer On Green Hydrogen And Space Collaboration

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Engineers plan to use advanced 3D design platforms to modify the PHWRs, technology that was unavailable when these reactors were initially developed 40 years ago.

India Reaches For Small Modular Reactors For Clean Energy Transition

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The nine-month programme will combine self-paced online learning with in-person sessions, including immersion weeks in both India and Australia.

India-Aus RISE Accelerator Launches Climate-Smart Agritech Cohort for Start-ups

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The solar parks have been strategically located across four cities in the Bundelkhand region—Jhansi, Lalitpur, Chitrakoot, and Jalaun—and in other key cities, including Kanpur Nagar, Kanpur Dehat, Mirzapur, and Prayagraj.

UP Accelerates Green Energy Push With Three Solar Parks

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As companies continue to invest in resources and infrastructure to strengthen ESG reporting, addressing these data challenges will be crucial to realise the benefits of their sustainability efforts fully.

Companies Face Challenges In ESG Reporting Despite Progress

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According to the report, the road logistics industry in India is a significant contributor to the nations environmental challenges, accounting for 4 percent of energy-related CO2 emissions and 53 percent of particulate matter emissions.

CPI Report Recommends Equitable Shift For Trucking Sector's EV Transition

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The EU’s ambitious goal is to halt 10 percent of deforestation worldwide and reduce carbon dioxide emissions by at least 32 million metric tonnes annually.

EU Deforestation Rules Set To Shake Up Global Markets, Warn Analysts

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Industries requiring high-temperature heat, such as cement production (1,300°C) and glassmaking (1,000°C), currently account for 17 percent of global CO₂ emissions.

Small Businesses Lead The Charge Towards Global Net-Zero Emissions

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Over 2,000 stakeholders from government, business, and civil society participated in the three-day event, discussing pathways to address poverty and inequality.

Charcha '24, Summit For Inclusive Livelihoods

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The proposals include installing solar panels on rooftops to generate 750 MW of solar power, converting all streetlights to LED by 2030, and deploying low-cost sensors for flood warnings.

Delhi's New Climate Action Draft Targets Seven Key Sectors

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According to the advisory, India’s lorry fleet is projected to reach an estimated 17 million by 2050 if the country’s current economic growth trajectory continues.

India Puts Its Trucks On A Highway To Zero-Emission By 2050

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This reliance on wood fuel is contributing to the release of harmful volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and fine particulate matter (PM2.5) into the air, both of which have been linked to respiratory issues such as asthma and other severe health conditions.

Use Of Firewood By Bakeries Fuels Health Concerns

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According to Renewable Watch the governments focus on boosting domestic manufacturing presents a unique opportunity to embed sustainability and decarbonisation into the industrial growth strategy.

MSMEs Gear Up For Decarbonisation Push

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Data from the Clearing Corporation of India indicates that green bonds are not among the 20 most favoured Indian government bonds held by foreign investors.

India’s Green Bonds Struggle To Attract Foreign Interest Despite Tax Incentives

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The bond was priced with a spread of +16 basis points over euro mid-swaps, translating to an annual yield of 2.604 percent.

World Bank Secures €2.5 Billion For Sustainable Development In Landmark Bond Issue

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India has historically eschewed expansionism, favouring instead a participatory approach to building and strengthening partnerships.

India, Africa Strengthen Clean Tech, Maritime Security & Climate Ties

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The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) emphasised that this partnership strengthens energy ties between the two nations, driven by a mutual commitment to sustainable energy.

India-Japan Partnership Advances With Green Ammonia Export Deal

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Evren’s investment plan includes the development of 3,500 MW of solar and 5,500 MW of wind assets in the state.

Evren To Invest $5 Billion In AP's Clean Energy Sector

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The NCPEDP-Mphasis Universal Design Awards continue to celebrate and support those who are making significant strides in creating a more inclusive world.

3 Delhiites Bag Accessibility Awards

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The company introduced electric vehicles into its delivery fleet in 2019 and has since deployed approximately 100 EVs across Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Pune, Mumbai, and Gujarat.

Ikea Targets 100 Percent Electric Deliveries In India By 2025

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The NITI Aayog data reveals that nearly 40 percent of children under five in Gujarat are underweight, a distressing statistic that underlines the states struggle with malnutrition.

Gujarat Among Worst In Child Nutrition And Hunger: NITI Aayog Report

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NITI Aayog predicts that by 2030, India’s green ammonia (G-NH3) production costs could be about 29 percent lower than those of China and 43 percent lower than Australia, positioning India as a formidable competitor in the field.

India Set To Dominate Global Green Ammonia Market With Lowest Production Costs

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UNEPFI highlights the need for G20 countries to support these enterprises in assessing and reporting their environmental impacts, particularly in emerging markets, to foster a nature-positive economy and ensure a just transition.

G20 Urged To Empower SMEs For A Sustainable Global Transition

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A green hydrogen hub is defined as a geographically identified area housing a network of green hydrogen producers and end users, either for domestic consumption or export, supported by robust infrastructure for hydrogen storage, processing, and transportation.

SECI Invites Proposals For Developing Green Hydrogen Hubs By 2025

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The adoption of ZETs could lead to job losses for workers in ICE-related trades, affecting both organised and unorganised sectors, as well as those employed in trucking clusters.

Transition To Zero-Emission Trucks Tough For Logistics Industry: Climate Policy Initiative

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Green transport is central to the UAEs sustainability goals, with electric mobility playing a key role in the countrys transformation into smart cities.

BluSmart Electric Taxi To Ride Across The UAE

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The Red Sea Project is set to transform the region into a model of sustainable tourism, with the completion target set for 2030.

Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Project Leads World With Largest Solar-Powered Microgrid

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Karnataka, the first state in India to introduce an EV policy in 2017, is now poised to accelerate EV adoption further and establish a sustainable transportation framework for the future.

Karnataka Leads Nation’s EV Charge With Highest Number Of Charging Stations

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To sustain its momentum, China has introduced several ambitious action plans aimed at further reducing carbon emissions and enhancing energy efficiency across various sectors.

China Accelerates Green Energy Shift With Ambitious New Policies

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The report underscores the need for businesses to proactively engage with their brokers to secure specialist environmental insurance, which could prevent significant financial burdens in the event of environmental damage.

Insurance Offers Inadequate Cover For Environmental Risks: New Report

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The evolution of off-grid solar energy is particularly noteworthy. The Council on Energy, Environment and Water estimates that India will need over 2,200 gigawatts of solar and wind capacity by 2050 to meet its goal of net-zero emissions by 2070.

Distributed Renewable Energy Presents A Unique Opportunity For Green Growth

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The National Youth and Children’s Statement, developed through a consultative process involving over 1,500 participants, was unveiled at the event.

Young Voices Lead Charge At LCOY India, Urging Climate Action And Inclusion

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