Global South

Carbon Market Uncovered: Safeguarding the Planet and Protecting Indigenous Rights

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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

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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

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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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Is the Global South Sitting On A Time Bomb Of Global Waste Trade?

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Today, most developing/underdeveloped countries are coping with the increasing challenges in wastes management as a result of the trend in industrialization and urbanization leading to global waste trade. For many years now, it has been observed that waste management methods are different in developed countries from that in developing nations. According to the World Bank Group,

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