Background The eastern states of India, including Jharkhand, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and West Bengal, rich in mineral resources and historically significant contributors to India’s energy and industrial sectors, now face the complex task of…

Background Critical minerals are essential elements that are crucial for various technologies and industries, yet are vulnerable to supply chain disruptions. Understanding their significance involves assessing geopolitical risks, technological innovations, and sustainable extraction…

Background As the world grapples with the dual challenges of climate change and energy security, a collective resolution is imperative to address them. With an aim to exchange learnings for championing climate resilient…

Background The conference “Facilitating Decarbonisation in Jharkhand” marked a significant stride towards understanding and addressing the challenges of reducing carbon emissions, from various economic sectors. With a focus on the unique environmental and…

Background Low carbon development is imperative for climate resilience in India and particularly crucial in Jharkhand, a state endowed with abundant natural resources. Jharkhand's transition to a low carbon economy is vital to…

Background Air pollution is one of the most pressing challenges of our time, affecting not only human health but also exerting a profound impact on the climate, the economy, and the overall environment.…

Background Jharkhand, known for its abundance of minerals and industries, is highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. In order to forge a path towards a low-carbon future by achieving national climate…

Background Jharkhand is one of the most vulnerable climate regions of India, where about 14 districts are sensitive to climate impacts. Desertification in Jharkhand is creating environmental, economical and social problems in myriad…

Background Jharkhand is one of the most climate-vulnerable states in India. This situation compels Jharkhand to strategize the path towards climate adaptation and mitigation. In this regard, Jharkhand assumes a pivotal role in…

Background Given Jharkhand’s status as the most climate-vulnerable state in India and its heavy reliance on coal- based thermal power consumption, it presents an intriguing opportunity to showcase pathways for decarbonising India and…

Background Chatra is a district in the state of Jharkhand that covers 4.71% of the state's geographical area1 and is home to a population of 10.4 Lakhs2. The district falls under the Aspirational…

Background With abundant mineral resources, such as coal and iron ore, Jharkhand has been a key player in steel production in India. Since the focus has now shifted towards decarbonization in the net-zero…

Background Jharkhand State Pollution Control Board (JSPCB), Centre for Environment and Energy Development (CEED) and Centre for Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP) jointly released the emission inventory related to air pollution scenario of…

Background Centre for Environment and Energy Development (CEED) and Jharkhand State Pollution Control Board (JSPCB) collaborated to organize a two-day conference on 'Converging best practices and collaborating efforts towards clean air’ on March 27 and…

Background The year 2022 was a watershed moment for India's renewable energy sector, and it boded well for the country's move to clean transition. This is despite the uncertain times, unexpected weather, such…

Media plays a crucial role in creating public awareness on pressing issues of society. With ground- zero reporting, captivating human interest feature stories and consistent coverage, it usually foregrounds the informed public deliberation…

Background Jharkhand is a resource-rich state in India with large mineral reserves, robust industrial sectors, and captivating ecological landscapes. Given the climate vulnerability, dependency on fossil fuel ecosystems, and looming concern of resource…

Introduction  Efforts to achieve a net-zero carbon emission target has positioned India at the forefront at the recently  concluded United Nations Conference on Climate Change at Glasgow in 2021 (COP 26 in 2021).…

Air pollution is one of the biggest challenges of the Anthropocene Era. It doesn’t only affect human health, but negatively impacts the climate, economy and the general environment. Air pollution is a global concern attributed…

"Health and Energy Integration'' is one of the promising avenues for achieving the twin goals of ensuring energy security to the health institutions and at the same time enhancing accessibility of health services to the…