The COVID-19 pandemic in India, like everywhere else, has adversely impacted the Indian economy across many sectors. The most affected...
Deforestation and Land Use Changes in India Have Increased Zoonotic Disease Risk
India has some of the world’s most bio-diverse regions, accounting for c.10% of global floral and c.7% faunal species in...
Can COVID-19 Economic Recovery Plans Help Put India on the Path to Low Carbon Sustainable Development?
The first case of the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic in India was reported on 30 January 2020, originating from China. As of 30...
India Takes Steps to Reform its Power Sector but Still Heavily Relies on Coal
India is the world’s third-largest producer and third-largest consumer of electricity. With more than 400 million people lifted above the poverty line over the last...
Indian Businesses Take the Lead on Carbon Pricing
The government in India, until recently, has not put in place a carbon tax or cap in the trade system....
High Level Meetings Take Place to Address Climate Change; Toxic Pollution Stifles Delhi
India has been taking concrete actions to step up its climate change activities ranging from hosting ministerial meetings, to spurring...
