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In this issue

Water security entails guaranteeing access to safe drinking water, efficiently managing water resources, and mitigating the threat of water-borne diseases. In this article, Amitava Bhattacharya presents a situational analysis of drinking water security in Gujarat, highlighting the government’s initiatives to ensure access to safe drinking water in the State. Additionally, the author delves into the groundwater quality monitoring plan in Gujarat, emphasizing the idea that by purifying water today, we can ensure cleaner drinking water for the future.

Agricultural Plastics Impact on Soil Health

Agriculture relies heavily on the extensive use of plastic. From mulching and irrigation to fishing gear and greenhouse films, plastics help farmers, foresters, and fishers in sustaining their livelihoods, increasing production, minimizing crop losses, and conserving water. However, recent research indicates that despite their numerous advantages, agricultural plastics are now posing a threat to environmental sustainability.Top of Form In this article, Marut Nandan discusses the impact of agricultural plastics on soil health.

6 mins

Devastation in Shimla Need for a Comprehensive and Holistic Policy

Widespread devastation was caused in several parts of Himachal Pradesh due to spells of heavy rains, cloud bursts, and landslides this monsoon. Shimla, the capital town saw the kind of havoc caused by rain fury as never seen before.

9 mins

BCT Digital's Focus on Cleantech Helping Organizations Stay ESG Compliant and Achieve Sustainable Growth

Jaya Vaidhyanathan is the CEO of BCT Digital, an award-winning global digital transformation company delivering disruptive FinTech, RegTech, and CleanTech solutions to large organizations across diverse industry verticals. Here, we are in conversation with Jaya for TerraGreen.

6 mins

Drinking Water Security in Gujarat The Current Scenario

Water security entails guaranteeing access to safe drinking water, efficiently managing water resources, and mitigating the threat of water-borne diseases. In this article, Amitava Bhattacharya presents a situational analysis of drinking water security in Gujarat, highlighting the government's initiatives to ensure access to safe drinking water in the State. Additionally, the author delves into the groundwater quality monitoring plan in Gujarat, emphasizing the idea that by purifying water today, we can ensure cleaner drinking water for the future.

10+ mins

The Burgeoning Problem of Trash Mountains Some Solutions and Alternatives

The continuous piling up of trash dumped in landfills worldwide has become a pressing issue today. The rise in population and consumerism has led to a significant increase in the amount of waste being generated. Consequently, a multitude of environmental problems is afflicting the planet. In this article, Ramya Rangnath explores the intricacies of this issue and briefly discusses potential solutions and necessary measures to address it.

6 mins

Environment and the Double-Edged Axe An Environmental Impact Analysis of Advertising and Marketing

The free market economy has given way to ruthless competition, resulting in the diversion of significant costs towards indirect fixed expenses. In this article, Ankur Srivastava evaluates the impact of marketing on the economy and the environment. He endeavours to discover how the current economic set-up can evolve to avoid the wastage of resources on non-value-adding activities without compromising the ideals of healthy competition.

6 mins

What's the Scoop on the 'Pooper' Who Poops and Scoots? A Tale for Our Times

The award-winning author of children's books, Ranjit Lal has a new surprise for his young (and not-so young) readers in the form of a rib-tickler titled, The Great Poop War. Lal's commitment to raising awareness about environmental issues reflects beautifully in this laugh riot that begins with a catastrophe of sorts. Hilarious and timely, this illustrated story is filled with unbelievable twists and innovative turns! Ipshita Mitra reviews the book for TerraGreen.

4 mins

Reclamation Activities in Coal Mines A Pro-Active Approach by SCCL

The Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) is a Government coal mining company and is currently operating 18 opencast and 24 underground mines in six districts of Telangana State. SCCL has been implementing reclamation activities in all the opencast mines concurrent with progress of mining operations for ecological restoration of mined out areas. SCCL has committed to take up eco-restoration works including plantation activities with the involvement of top management. Shri N Balram has been promoting eco-friendly practices and committed to developing SCCL mining areas and colonies as sustainable and environment-friendly zones. Read more about his pioneering initiatives...

7 mins

Ladakh

The Land of Mystic and Mystery

6 mins

Millets The True 'Shree Anna'

India persuaded the United Nations General Assembly to observe the year 2023 as 'the International Year of Millets' in order to focus the important roles that millets can play in the global scene to ensure food and nutritional security to the population that is expected to reach 10 billion in 2050 from about 8 billion today.

4 mins

Innovations and Breakthrough in Energy Efficiency Solutions in the Water Heating Sector

In this article, Rajesh Sachdev explores the innovations and breakthroughs that have emerged in the field of water heating. Hot water is a vital necessity in our daily lives, and a significant amount of energy is consumed in its production. Mr Sachdev discusses the advancements and developments in water heating technologies that address this essential need while promoting energy efficiency.

3 mins

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TerraGreen Magazine Description:

Publisher: The-Energy-and-Resources-Institute-(TERI)

Category: News

Language: English

Frequency: Monthly

TerraGreen is one of the most respected monthly magazine dedicated to informing and enlightening its readers on issues of environment, energy, and sustainable development. Launched in 2004, TerraGreen has made an indelible impression on the minds of readers, both in India and across the world. Today, it enjoys a readership of over 40,000 and a subscriber base of close to 5,000. Helping the magazine along in its endeavour to take issues of absolute importance to the people is the fact that it is the only publication of its kind in the market; not only does it inform and educate, it does so in a subtle and reader-friendly manner. After all, the aim is to reach as many people as possible!

Table of contents

• News • Comments • Worldview • Features • In Conservation • Red Alert • Cover Story • Special Reports • Perspective • TerraYouth • Wild Wonders • Green Product • Pioneer • Breakthrough • Review

• Environmental Research • Green Events • Wake-up Call