Climate Change and the Shifting Patterns of Western Disturbances in India
Western Disturbances are critical weather systems that shape the winter climate of northern India. Traditionally limited to the colder months, they br…
Global Warming & Climate Change
Greenhouse Gases Emissions Intensity (GEI) Target Rules, 2025: Pros & Cons
In April 2025, India’s Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change released draft Greenhouse Gases Emissions Intensity (GEI) Target Rules, 20…
Monsoon Forecasting in India: Evolution, Significance, Limitations
In April 2025, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast an above normal monsoon (June–September) with rainfall expected at 105% of the lon…
India’s First Pollution Market: Inside Gujarat’s Groundbreaking Cap-and-Trade System
As India continues to battle the world's worst air pollution crisis, a groundbreaking experiment in Surat, Gujarat, is showing signs of hope. A recent…
India’s Green Credit Programme (GCP): Benefits, Challenges & The Road Ahead
India’s Green Credit Programme (GCP), launched in 2023, is gaining momentum as a market-based tool to incentivize eco-friendly actions like affores…
India’s Heat Action Plans: Gaps, Challenges, and the Urgent Need for Long-Term Solutions
Heatwaves in India are no longer sporadic or isolated events. With each passing year, they are becoming more intense, more prolonged, and increasingly…
Heatwaves in India: Causes, Impact, and Preparedness
Heatwaves have become an increasingly severe issue in India, affecting millions of people and the economy. With rising global temperatures and climate…
Understanding Sovereign Green Bonds and Weak Investor Demand in India
Sovereign Green Bonds (SGrBs) have emerged as a crucial financial instrument for governments worldwide to fund climate-resilient and environmentally s…
Global Temperature Records and Climate Trends
In 2024, global temperatures reached a historic 1.6°C above pre-industrial levels, crossing the 1.5°C threshold for the first time. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) warns…
