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Carbon Market Uncovered: Safeguarding the Planet and Protecting Indigenous Rights

World / Tasneem Ali / Air Pollution, carbon emission, carbon market, carbon piracy, climate change, climate impacts, Global South, Net Zero Emissions

Carbon Market enables the trading of carbon credits to offset GHG emissions. However, it faces criticism for “greenwashing” and “Carbon Piracy,” where indigenous communities may be exploited, highlighting the need for stronger regulations and rights protection. Innovations such as blockchain and third-party verification offer transparency, making the market a potential driver of both environmental and social sustainability when managed inclusively and ethically.

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Hydropower in the Indian Himalayas: A Renewable Resource Facing Growing Threats

India, Energy / Tasneem Ali / Clean Energy Transition 2050, climate change, climate impacts, Energy, Global South, hydropower, India, Net Zero Emissions, renewable energy

The Himalayan region, with only 20% of its 500 GW potential harnessed, faces significant risks due to its susceptibility to earthquakes, landslides, and floods. Environmental activists argue that construction and deforestation for hydropower projects increase disaster risks.
Experts emphasize the need for more resilient infrastructure, improved early warning systems, and strict compliance with safety regulations.

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Climate change impact on health – a crisis at the crossroads

World / Tasneem Ali / climate change, climate impacts, Global South

Addressing the climate change impact on health is critical for safeguarding future generations.Climate change is increasingly impacting human health, with rising temperatures and deteriorating air quality leading to more frequent respiratory issues, heat-related illnesses, and waterborne diseases. Vulnerable populations face heightened risks due to poor infrastructure and inadequate health care.

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Climate Change: Are we dying, or are we dying?

World / Tasneem Ali / climate change, climate impacts, World

According to World Meteorological Organization (WMO), a climate related disaster has occurred every day on average in the last 50 years. These disasters are linked to a loss of USD 202 million and killing of 115 people, per day. The frequent and increasing events of flood, drought, wildfires, cyclones, disease outbreaks, food and water security has made it evident that climate change is happening at an accelerated rate than anticipated. The world Health Organization (WHO) has estimated that between 2030 and 2050, an additional 250,000 deaths per year will occur due to heat stress, malnutrition, malaria and diarrhoea. The IPCC report by UN clearly states that a minimum of 3.3 billion people’s daily lives are extremely vulnerable to the changing climate and they are presumed to be 15 times more likely to die from human induced climate change.

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