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International study identifies 14 key measures to reduce methane and black carbon emissions; reduction in projected global mean warming of ~0.5 °C by 2050

Green Car Congress

Black carbon, a product of burning fossil fuels or biomass such as wood or dung, can worsen a number of respiratory and cardiovascular diseases. Seven measures target CH 4 emissions, covering coal mining, oil and gas production, long-distance gas transmission, municipal waste and landfills, wastewater, livestock manure, and rice paddies.

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More than 50 percent of MoUs signed in Vibrant Gujarat are green | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

On the final day of the summit, seminars and conferences on subjects including circular de-carbonisation of the economy and going towards Net Zero through carbon trading, waste-to-energy recycling, opportunities in circular de-carbonisation of the economy and conferences are expected to be organised. NTPC is planning an additional USD 8.40

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Rise of petrol prices boosting sales of electric two-wheelers in India 

Electric Vehicles India

The rise in fuel prices has boosted the sales of the electric two-wheelers as consumers are looking for alternatives. Instead of wasting money on petrol, we can use electric vehicles, it is not only good for pockets but also for the environment. Rise of petrol prices boosting sales of electric two-wheelers in India .

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