Fifty years after the Chipko Movement began, its legacy of environmental activism remains influential. Originating in the 1970s, this grassroots effort saw villagers, especially women, hugging trees to prevent deforestation. Their actions led to significant legislation like the Forest Conservation Act of 1980. However, challenges persist, as forest dwellers still struggle for rights and face […]
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In a landmark decision, the U.S. Supreme Court has overturned the EPA’s “Good Neighbour” rule, halting state obligations to curb air pollution affecting neighbouring regions. The 5-4 ruling emphasizes the need for clearer congressional mandates for such regulations, reflecting the Court’s conservative stance on federal agency authority. Additionally, the Court abandoned the Chevron deference, restricting
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The Bonn Climate Change Conference 2024, held from June 3-13, highlighted significant challenges in global climate policy. Key issues included a finance divide between developed and developing countries, and a push for greater ambition in national climate plans. The conference served as a preparatory step for COP29 in Azerbaijan, focusing on the Global Stocktake and
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