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United Nations Approves First Carbon Credits Under Paris Agreement
The United Nations announced the approval of the first carbon credits under a global market aimed at reducing emissions, a mechanism that has faced scrutiny over greenwashing concerns.
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"Can't Breathe": Actor Says Garbage Being Burnt Near Her Bengaluru Home
Kannada actor Aindrita Ray has flagged the alleged negligence of civic authorities after discovering that household garbage was being openly burnt in an area close to residential buildings in Bengaluru
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Cough, Headaches: 3 In 4 Delhi-NCR Homes Feeling Air Impact, Finds Survey
Three out of four households in Delhi-NCR are already experiencing the ill-effects of toxic air, with common complaints ranging from sore throat and cough to burning eyes, headaches and disturbed sleep, according to an online survey
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Helmets That Beat Air Pollution
New helmets have come out in the market that acts as filters. Mavox helmets can filter out maximum pollutants on account of their carbon filter. This carbon filter is washable and can be cleaned easily.
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Meet The 2 Brothers From Delhi Who Won A Global Prize For Tackling Waste
Two teenage brothers from India urged world leaders to act against climate change after winning a prestigious global children's award on Saturday for tackling pollution from household waste in New Delhi.
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Household Heating, Cooking Behind 40% Of Delhi's Pollution: Study
Household heating and cooking accounted for 40 per cent of Delhi's PM 2.5 pollution in December 2020 and January 2021, according to a new study.
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Cooking With Wood? It May Be Harm Your Lung Health: Study
Harmful pollutants from cooking with biomass have been said to cause around 4 million deaths a year from household air pollution related illness.
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All Delhi Households Will Have To Pay Sewage Charges
The Delhi Jal Board (DJB) has approved a proposal to collect annual sewage pollution charge from all households, irrespective of whether they are located in areas with or without sewer network.
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Every Home In Delhi To Now Pay 'Sewerage Charge': Green Court NGT To Delhi Government
The National Green Tribunal has directed the Delhi government to comply with the Supreme Court order to levy sewerage charges on all households in the national capital for discharge of untreated effluents in Yamuna.
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Cutting Household Fuel Can Improve India's Air Quality Standards
Household fuels are the single biggest source of outdoor air pollution in India.
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United Nations Approves First Carbon Credits Under Paris Agreement
The United Nations announced the approval of the first carbon credits under a global market aimed at reducing emissions, a mechanism that has faced scrutiny over greenwashing concerns.
-
"Can't Breathe": Actor Says Garbage Being Burnt Near Her Bengaluru Home
Kannada actor Aindrita Ray has flagged the alleged negligence of civic authorities after discovering that household garbage was being openly burnt in an area close to residential buildings in Bengaluru
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Cough, Headaches: 3 In 4 Delhi-NCR Homes Feeling Air Impact, Finds Survey
Three out of four households in Delhi-NCR are already experiencing the ill-effects of toxic air, with common complaints ranging from sore throat and cough to burning eyes, headaches and disturbed sleep, according to an online survey
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Helmets That Beat Air Pollution
New helmets have come out in the market that acts as filters. Mavox helmets can filter out maximum pollutants on account of their carbon filter. This carbon filter is washable and can be cleaned easily.
-
Meet The 2 Brothers From Delhi Who Won A Global Prize For Tackling Waste
Two teenage brothers from India urged world leaders to act against climate change after winning a prestigious global children's award on Saturday for tackling pollution from household waste in New Delhi.
-
Household Heating, Cooking Behind 40% Of Delhi's Pollution: Study
Household heating and cooking accounted for 40 per cent of Delhi's PM 2.5 pollution in December 2020 and January 2021, according to a new study.
-
Cooking With Wood? It May Be Harm Your Lung Health: Study
Harmful pollutants from cooking with biomass have been said to cause around 4 million deaths a year from household air pollution related illness.
-
All Delhi Households Will Have To Pay Sewage Charges
The Delhi Jal Board (DJB) has approved a proposal to collect annual sewage pollution charge from all households, irrespective of whether they are located in areas with or without sewer network.
-
Every Home In Delhi To Now Pay 'Sewerage Charge': Green Court NGT To Delhi Government
The National Green Tribunal has directed the Delhi government to comply with the Supreme Court order to levy sewerage charges on all households in the national capital for discharge of untreated effluents in Yamuna.
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Cutting Household Fuel Can Improve India's Air Quality Standards
Household fuels are the single biggest source of outdoor air pollution in India.
