Billionaire climate tech investor Bill Gates has reassured that artificial intelligence will 'pay for itself' in terms of its associated greenhouse gas emissions
Key areas like poverty, hunger, climate, and partnerships will be under scrutiny as countries strive for a better future by 2030 at the upcoming Forum on Sustainable Development Goals
ITC has made significant investments in renewable energy sources, including biomass, wind, and solar. It has also taken a number of energy-saving steps, such as installing energy-efficient lighting and equipment
Heat action plans currently lack an assessment of impact on local populations and insufficient legal and financial support. An iForest report suggests classifying heat waves as a national disaster and implementing plans to address local conditions
The conglomerate aims to build 40 gigawatts of renewable energy generation capacity as part of its plan to achieve net zero emissions across all its plants by 2050
New regulations like climate disclosure rules are driving sustainability progress, experts say. However, this progress faces a significant backlash, particularly in North America, raising concerns about slowing the transition to a greener future
The World Economic Forum's report outlines strategies to cut building emissions by 80 percent, creating a $1.8 trillion market opportunity by 2030, with a focus on China's pivotal role
The MSME sector, which accounts for nearly 30 percent of India's GDP, is a major energy consumer. The report emphasises that, while a few schemes provide financial incentives for clean energy adoption, the focus on pandemic recovery and the possibility of subsidy reductions have slowed progress