For People, Nature & Climate

India Just Transition Summit — Navigating a people-centered low-carbon transition

For India to meet its ambitious emissions intensity reduction targets, there is a need to scale affordable technologies and drive significant behavioral changes across all sectors, particularly in transport and industry while ensuring that this clean energy transition keeps people in the center stage, is just and inclusive. "Our pathway to a net-zero, climate-resilient economy must be socially just and equitable — addressing north-south disparities... within countries," said Dr. Crispian Olver, Executive Director, Presidential Climate Commission, South Africa. Read more

PUBLICATION LAUNCH I Open e-Bus Blueprint

Imagine a future where buses operate as dynamic assets in a smart mobility ecosystem. Passengers seamlessly search, book, and pay for rides across apps, while operators optimize routes, agencies enhance service coordination, and energy providers manage demand for an electrified fleet. This vision, powered by Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), unlocks buses' potential to connect people, systems, and infrastructure. WRI India and FIDE explore how DPI can fuel India's potential for electrifying 800,000 buses, proposing a roadmap to bring this blueprint to life. Know more.

Tomato Troubles: From Farm to Market

Sushma and Anil, small-scale farmers in Madhya Pradesh, struggle to make ends meet as they navigate the challenges of tomato farming — facing losses from unpredictable weather, pests and fluctuating market prices. Food loss and waste are widespread issues in India, especially with perishable crops like tomatoes. By empowering farmers with accessible tools and knowledge, we can drive change across India’s agricultural landscape. Read more.

Humanizing Cities Through Public Spaces

In India's fast-growing urban areas, cities often prioritize housing and infrastructure, leaving public spaces for community interaction underserved. The Nurturing Neighbourhoods Challenge (NNC), led by India’s Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) with WRI India, has shifted the focus to people-friendly urban spaces that support caregivers and young children's needs. Know more.

Breaking Down Climate Change Impacts for Young Readers

The Children’s Climate Risk Index Report reveals that 1 billion children live in countries with ‘extremely high risk’ from climate impacts, yet many cannot easily connect extreme events to climate change. Accessible resources are crucial to bridging this awareness gap. This blog looks at seven books that can help break down climate change for young readers. Read more.

Unlocking Optimism for Climate Action

Positive climate narratives—like community-led projects in Odisha and Kerala—are reshaping how we think about solutions. When optimism fuels action, it empowers individuals and communities to believe in the impact of their efforts. Read more.

VIDEO OF THE MONTH

ARTICLES

• COP29 priorities– The Hindu Business Line | By A. Nambi Appadurai

• Circularity of critical minerals for India's clean energy transition–?Business Standard | By Niharika Tagotra (Dr.) (PhD) and Abhinav Sharma
• Transportation Sector: ??? ?? ????? ???– Maharashtra Times | By Sharvari Patki
• How Monitoring Improves Decentralized Renewable Energy to Support Healthcare–?Saur Energy | By Rishikesh Mishra and Lanvin Concessao
• Agrivoltaics: A Pathway to Sustainable Livelihoods and Renewable Energy– Gaon Connection | By Vishwajeet Poojary , Nivedita Cholayil and Shreyas Joshi

PODCAST

Lora Prabhu (Director and Co-founder, Centre for Equity and Inclusion)?in conversation with Jaya Dhindaw on?the need to embed gender equity in city design.?Lora highlights how a sports-based development approach encourages women's participation in the public realm.?

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