India can challenge developed nations on green issues: Prakash Javadekar
India is now challenging the developed nations on environmental issues and won't be pressured by them, according to Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar.
"We are showing...
G20 ministers adopt energy action plan for sub-Saharan Africa
G20 energy and natural resources ministers on Friday adopted an action plan seeking to boost access to energy for sub-Saharan Africa, a region facing...
US announces new greenhouse gas commitments
Citing talks with India, China and Brazil to reduce the use and emissions of greenhouse gases known as hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), the White House announced...
COP21 Buildings Day commitment from USGBC
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) announced today that it will commit to scaling green buildings to more than 5 billion square feet (478...
World Energy Council concerned over the slow progress in climate talks
The World Energy Council has expressed concern over the slow progress and level of ambition in the negotiations ahead of the COP21 meeting in...
US seeking common ground with India to clinch climate deal
Starting with President Barack Obama, the US is making a concerted effort to seek common ground with India with assurances to help countries adapt...
7 am: Peak pollution levels In four cities
If you think mornings are the best time for outdoor exercise, you’re wrong.
Mornings experience the worst air pollution in four Indian cities, according to...
Climate change agreement launched
The historic climate change agreement was ceremonially launched Friday with 171 countries lining up to sign the document that US Secretary General Ban Ki-moon...
Big business revolts from US Paris Accord withdrawal
US President Donald Trump's announcement of withdrawal from the Paris Accord has caused a firestorm at home and led to big companies' revolt, analysts...
India’s leadership on climate change critical, says Obama
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Barack Obama have renewed their resolve to together meet the twin challenges of terrorism and climate change, with...
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