“Energy, like the biblical grain of the mustard-seed, will remove mountains.” – Hosea Ballo The ongoing energy crisis caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has catalyzed an urgent push for renewable energy deployment in the European Union (EU). This swift and necessary action aims to reduce the bloc’s dependence on Read more
We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children.” – Native American Proverb. Reliance Industries, an Indian multinational conglomerate company, has been making strides in the field of molecular recycling, a method that deconstructs plastic waste at the molecular level to produce new materials. Read more
“Energy is the power that drives every human being. It is not lost by exertion, but maintained by it.” – Germaine Gree As the urgency for renewable energy deployment escalates in light of the ongoing energy crisis, Europe faces certain challenges impeding faster growth of utility-scale wind and solar photovoltaic Read more
Coca-Cola India has been a leading player in the corporate world, using this power to effect change, particularly in the realm of sustainability. The beverage giant has taken significant strides in promoting the use of recycled materials in India, setting a precedent for other businesses. Coca-Cola India’s Commitment to Recycling Read more
“Sunshine is the most democratic source of power.” – Paul Hawken The energy landscape is in a state of rapid transformation. Fossil fuels are gradually giving way to cleaner, more sustainable sources of power. Among the myriad forms of renewable energy, one shines the brightest – solar photovoltaic (PV) technology. Read more
There’s no such thing as waste, only stuff in the wrong place.” – Duncan Baker-Brown. Today, this quote has assumed great relevance, particularly in the context of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). One significant area of development in SAF is the production of jet fuel from waste – a burgeoning field Read more
Over the years, recycling has become an integral part of sustainable development. In India, the recycling sector has received substantial boosts from various institutions. One such noteworthy contributor is the HDFC Bank. Its initiatives have played a pivotal role in augmenting recycling practices across the country. HDFC Bank, one of Read more
The Paris Agreement is a legally binding international treaty on climate change. It was adopted by 196 Parties at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP21) in Paris, France, on 12 December 2015. It entered into force on 4 November 2016. Its overarching goal is to hold “the increase in the global Read more
RenewIt: Breathing New Life into Old Electronics RenewIt, an Indian startup, is revolutionising e-waste management by refurbishing discarded electronics and making them accessible to underserved communities. Their initiative not only reduces e-waste but also helps bridge the digital divide, providing cost-effective technology to those who otherwise might not afford it. Read more
“If you want to eliminate waste in your life and in society, then love and be loved.” – Mevlana Rumi National E-Waste Recycling Drive Surpasses Expectations Kicking off our list is the remarkable success story of the National E-Waste Recycling Drive. Spearheaded by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Read more