Republic Day is a time to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of our nation and the progress we have made as Indians. While we celebrate togetherness and democracy, we as citizens of India, have certain duties that we are obligated to uphold. Article 51-A (g), of the Indian Constitution, states that, “It shall be the […]
The Ozone Layer Is Healing!
35 years ago, every nation in the world made a commitment to stop using substances that harm the ozone layer. The results have been astounding. The ozone layer is a layer of gas that surrounds the Earth and protects it from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation. It is located in the stratosphere, about 15 […]
Best Sustainable Christmas Gift!
Christmas is just two days away! Finding presents for your loved ones, especially those who are environmentally conscious, can be challenging. Many of the gifts we buy need enormous quantities of energy to manufacture, and you do not want to purchase anything that would result in waste. Over the years, the sustainability market has boomed, […]
A Tree-mendous Christmas!
Why a tree is the best gift? The season of joy and giving is upon us! While we get into the Christmas spirit by giving gifts and celebrating traditions, there is a hidden environmental cost. But that does not mean we are here to be grinches. A few add-ons to your Christmas gift hamper, and […]
Air pollution: Fogging our brain
More reasons for us to plant trees In this post-apocalyptic world that has become our reality, climate change and rising pollution levels are altering how we live. India has become home to some of the world’s most polluted cities. The intersection of pollution and mental health has opened up a field to explore how pollutants […]
Grow Trees for the Growing Population
Are there enough trees for the booming population? It was in 1804 when the Earth was populated by 1 billion people. In 2011, the human population reached 7 billion people. And now, just after a mere dozen years, we hit a population of 8 billion people! The 8th billionth kid was born on Tuesday, 15th […]
Environmental benefits of mahogany trees
The Mahogany tree (Swietenia Mahogany) is one of the oldest trees in India known for its elegant features and fragrance. These are beautiful shade trees having rounded uniform crowns. In short, it is so densely covered that it forms a cool shade on the land. These trees are generally tall with a height of about […]
THE CLIMATE CRISIS IS REAL! WAKE UP NOW TO SAVE YOUR TOMORROW
Don’t you think the Earth is trying to tell us something? The heat is literally rising every day. The temperature in India is going around 50C. Isn’t it challenging to survive in such harsh climates? Maybe that’s what the Earth is trying to tell us. Take hold and not let the climate system go haywire! […]
HOW PLANTING TREES CAN REVERSE THE EFFECTS OF CLIMATE CHANGE?
How does it feel to pass down a lane covered with trees? The feeling is always wonderful! Trees are human best friends. Unfortunately, the number of trees is decreasing every day. Humans have forgotten the power of trees. Forest fires, stronger hurricanes, and diminishing food and water are a few common indicators of climate change. […]
Plucking Out Pollutants From The Environment
Maintaining a stabilized ecological state is quite important as it gets extremely difficult to manage the environmental condition in each and every state. In a diverse country like India, there are several disruptive forces that tend to pose a serious threat to the environment. Thus, it is exceedingly important to take adequate measures to maintain […]