As the monsoon season sweeps across India, it breathes life into the country’s diverse landscapes. Among the most captivating transformations are the wetlands—vital ecosystems that play a crucial role in sustaining biodiversity, regulating water cycles, and supporting local communities. The monsoon not only rejuvenates these wetlands but also reveals their breathtaking beauty and ecological significance. […]
By – Bhavna Menon The first time I met Pooja was at her beautiful Mahashakti Seva Kendra center with her army of women, hard at work to finish an order, but proud and smiling even then. Making a difference to the Earth, and to the lives of women one step at a time, we need […]
In an era where climate change is an ever-pressing issue, the travel industry is stepping up to adopt more sustainable practices. One of the most impactful ways travellers can contribute to this movement is by embracing zero-waste travel. Zero-waste travel not only reduces your carbon footprint but also helps in conserving natural resources and minimizing […]
Gurugram, June 18, 2024: In a powerful demonstration of commitment to environmental stewardship, Courtyard by Marriott Gurugram, under the larger umbrella of Marriott International’s environmental initiatives, successfully completed the planting of 396 trees within the hotel’s garden spaces. This significant green endeavour involved the active participation of employees from every department, highlighting the hotel’s collective […]
New Delhi, April 22, 2024: World Earth Day, also known as International Mother Earth Day, is an annual event celebrated on April 22nd to raise awareness and promote sustainability for our planet. This global initiative engages around one billion people in activities aimed at addressing the climate crisis and fostering behavioral change to protect the […]
New Delhi, September 7, 2023: The event was convened to build a common understanding on the issue and provide high-level political guidance and momentum on key international issues and priorities regarding sound management of chemicals and waste. It also aimed to garner support and ensure a high level of ambition of the ‘SAICM Beyond 2020’ […]
By Rohit Kochar, Founder, Executive Chairperson & CEO, Bert Labs In an era defined by the imperative of sustainability, industries worldwide are at crossroads, seeking innovative ways to harmonize growth with environmental responsibility. The travel industry stands at a pivotal juncture, where sustainability is steering transformative change with more and more travellers opting for sustainable […]
The Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change has released the “National Working Plan Code-2023” for the scientific management of forests and evolving new approaches. The National Working Plan Code-2023 was released by Shri. Chandra Prakash Goyal, IFS, Director General of Forests and Special Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change during the occasion […]
Bali (June 2023) – In a remarkable move towards sustainable tourism practices, the Indonesian island of Bali has implemented a comprehensive ban on all tourism activities in mountains and volcanoes. This decision, driven by the government’s commitment to safety and environmental preservation, marks a significant step toward responsible management of natural resources and the well-being […]
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India organized the World Environment Day on 5th June 2023 with a thrust on the Mission LiFE. The concept of LiFE, i.e., Lifestyle for Environment was introduced by The Prime Minister at the World Leaders’ Summit in Glasgow at COP26 when he gave a clarion […]