Pollution

A study by researchers at the National Institute of Technology, Srinagar, published earlier this year, was the first to measure the levels of microfibres in wastewater from dhobi ghats and similar commercial laundries.

Urbanisation continues to intensify the Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect across Indian cities, driven by factors such as reduced vegetation, heat-retaining construction materials, and heightened energy consumption.

By promoting these collaborative efforts, the Union government aims to minimize waste disposal, recover valuable materials, and establish recycling units in partnership with recyclers, refurbishers, and start-ups.

India’s integrated approach to tackling climate change involves strengthening forest conservation, expanding renewable energy, fostering carbon trading markets, and addressing urban air quality.

Centralised online EPR portals facilitate transparency by allowing registered recyclers to upload certificates.

The latest ban, which came into effect on October 1 for superstores and traditional markets on November 1, isn’t the first time Bangladesh has imposed a ban on polythene bags.

The Supreme Court of India has cast doubt on the continued closure of schools in Delhi-NCR due to air pollution. In a hearing today, the court directed the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to review its decision, particularly for grades 10 to 12.

Involving street vendors in the process to determine the appropriate enabling conditions would not only help the design of the policy, but can also support the emergence of simple and innovative solutions.