???? Climate Change Update: Latest News and Trends in India's Environmental Services Industry?????
- Climate litigation more than doubles in five years, now a key tool for delivering climate justice: A new report by the UN Environment Programme and the Sabin Center for Climate Change Law reveals that the number of climate lawsuits has increased from 884 in 2017 to 1,800 in 2021, spanning 39 countries. The report showcases how legal actions can help enforce climate policies, protect human rights, and hold polluters accountable. It also identifies the challenges and opportunities for future litigation, such as access to justice, evidence, and remedies. More
- What I learned about climate change over five decades: Darryl D’Monte, a veteran environmental journalist, shares his insights and reflections on how the media, science, politics, and society have responded to the climate emergency over the past 50 years. He recounts his personal experiences of covering major events and issues related to climate change, such as the Stockholm Conference, the IPCC reports, the Kyoto Protocol, and the Paris Agreement. He also discusses the current challenges and opportunities for communicating and acting on climate change. More
- Is Climate Change Already Affecting Kashmir’s Fruit Crop?: A report by The Wire investigates how rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, and pest infestations are affecting the quality and quantity of fruit production in Kashmir, which is a major source of income and livelihood for many farmers. The report highlights how climate change is impacting the flowering, ripening, and harvesting of fruits such as apples, cherries, pears, and apricots. It also explores the adaptation strategies and policy interventions that are needed to support the farmers and ensure food security. ?More
- G20 climate negotiations fail ministers from US, China: A news article by Climate Home News covers the recent meeting of G20 environment ministers in Naples, Italy, where they failed to agree on key issues such as phasing out coal, setting a global carbon price, and increasing climate finance. The article explains how the lack of consensus among the world’s biggest emitters jeopardizes the chances of reaching a meaningful outcome at the COP26 summit in Glasgow later this year. It also examines the role of the US and China in shaping the global climate agenda. ?More
- Climate change has made this summer a ‘tipping point’ in US politics: An analysis by CNN looks at how extreme weather events such as heat waves, wildfires, floods, and droughts are influencing public opinion and political action on climate change in the US. The analysis argues that this summer has been a ‘tipping point’ that has increased the urgency and visibility of climate change as a national issue. It also reviews how President Biden and Congress are responding to the climate crisis with new policies and investments. ?More
Remember, staying informed and actively participating in the fight against climate change is crucial for building a sustainable future for generations to come. Let's work together to make a positive impact! ????
