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Strengthening India’s Response to Mounting Heat Hazards

April 1, 2022 Expert BlogIndia, InternationalDr. Vijay Limaye, Dr. Kim Knowlton, Prima Madan

As climate change-fueled extreme heat impacts worsen, India's race to adapt offers key lessons for the world.

Women in Action for Clean Technology Adoption

March 28, 2022 Expert BlogIndiaSameer Kwatra

Climate solutions in India's villages can improve livelihoods and bring transformative social change, emphasized women-leaders in a two-day event organized by NRDC, Self-Employed Women’s Association (SEWA) and partners.

NRDC Testifies on Banking and Climate Risks

March 23, 2022 Expert BlogNew York, United StatesRich Schrader

NRDC testifies about the unique and impactful role that the banking and financial services sector can play in combatting the global climate crisis.

Women in the Climate Debate – India Focus

March 8, 2022 Expert BlogIndiaAnjali Jaiswal

The powerful relationship between women and climate change came into focus during a conversation with Reemaben Nanavaty, the head of Self-Employed Women’s Association.

Clearing the Air: Climate and Air Quality Solutions

February 18, 2022 Expert BlogIndia, United States, InternationalAnjali Jaiswal

Cutting tailpipe emissions and moving to zero emission vehicles can eliminate the diesel fumes causing childhood asthma, emergency room visits, and loss of life.

Climate Consequences 2022: If India Sneezes

January 25, 2022 Expert BlogIndiaAnjali Jaiswal

As the warning goes, “when Paris sneezes, Europe catches a cold,” the same is true for India and the rest of the world when it comes to climate change.

When Extreme Heat Hits India’s Slums, These Women Cool Things Down—and Save Lives

November 16, 2021 DispatchIndiaNicole Greenfield

Whether facing heat waves, water scarcity, or COVID-19, women-led networks in Ahmedabad are working together to keep their families and neighbors safe.

Cooling with Less Warming in India

October 27, 2021 Expert BlogIndiaPrima Madan

Read about the latest at the Montreal Protocol meetings this week and efforts toward climate friendly cooling in a warming world.

Community Members Urge NYC to Preserve African Burial Ground

October 12, 2021 Expert BlogNew York, New York CitySahana Rao

The Flatbush African Burial Ground Coalition is fighting to protect a historic burial ground in Brooklyn, where remains of individuals of African descent were discovered. This sacred space must be safeguarded from disturbance and development—here's how you can help.

As Climate Harms Mount, India Responds to Protect Health

August 23, 2021 Expert BlogIndiaDr. Kim Knowlton, Dr. Vijay Limaye

Climate change adaptation is more urgent than ever.

NRDC Sets Region Specific Water Targets for Each Office

August 10, 2021 Expert BlogUnited States, New York City, Washington, D.C., Chicago, Bozeman, Beijing, San Francisco, Santa MonicaMaria McCain

NRDC has seen a steady decline in total water usage institution-wide and has taken steps to advance water stewardship.

In NY, a Chance to Create a Model Policy to Green Concrete

June 9, 2021 Expert BlogNew YorkSasha Stashwick

Decarbonizing concrete and, by extension, cement, is a key opportunity for climate action. We can’t hit our climate targets without policies to zero out emissions from this sector. 

Coping with Extreme Heat in the time of COVID-19

May 11, 2021 Expert BlogIndiaSameer Kwatra

As COVID-19 cases soar to over 23 million, India’s healthcare infrastructure is being stretched to the brink. Parts of India are also fighting extreme summer heat. Extreme heat is not merely an inconvenience; it is a major global health threat…

Canadian Trade Group Opposes U.S. Anti-Deforestation Bills

April 20, 2021 Expert BlogCanada, New York, CaliforniaAnthony Swift

The Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) claims that applying proposed anti-deforestation legislation in California and New York to the boreal forest would threaten its business model.

India Can Help Cement Global Commitment on HFCs

April 20, 2021 Expert BlogIndiaSameer Kwatra, Prima Madan

This week’s Leader’s Summit on Climate is a good time for India to signal to a strong commitment to climate action by announcing its plan to ratify the Kigali Amendment, a global pact struck in 2016 which aims to phasedown…

Beat the Heat: Chandrapur Heat Action Plan

April 3, 2021 Expert BlogIndiaAnjali Jaiswal

Drawing on lessons from the groundbreaking 2013 Ahmedabad Heat Action Plan, city, state, and national level authorities are ramping up to implement extreme heat warning systems and preparedness plans throughout India.

Climate Action: All Eyes on India and Net-Zero by 2050

March 30, 2021 Expert BlogIndiaAnjali Jaiswal, Sameer Kwatra

A groundbreaking analysis finds a pathway for India to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.

Protecting Health as Cooling Demand Skyrockets in India

March 19, 2021 Expert BlogIndiaAnjali Jaiswal, Dr. Kim Knowlton, Dr. Vijay Limaye

New research explores links between climate and cooling demand.

A New York Climate Justice Activist with Roots in the Blue Ridge Mountains

December 11, 2020 DispatchNew York City, Washington, D.C.Carmen Cusido

WE ACT’s director of environmental health and education, Taylor Morton, who found their path to environmental justice work through a childhood spent in nature, wants to help the next generation get outside without fear.

The Story of Colonialism and Climate Change Told Through Centuries of Indigenous Artworks

November 24, 2020 PerspectivesNew York CityIngrid Abramovitch

Two exhibits at the Brooklyn Museum explore Native perceptions of nature and themselves.