ID: 64195
Title: Rainwater harvesting A potential solution to th water scarcity challenge
Author: Dr Fayaz Ahmad Malla and Sonia Grover
Editor: R.K Pachauri
Year: 2017
Publisher: Anupama Jauhry
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Terra green vol. 10 (2) 34-36 (2017)
Subject: Rainwater harvesting
Keywords: Rainwater harvesting, water scarcity challenge
Abstract: Rainwater harvesting is an engineering approach in which physical measures are taken to collect and store rainwater and late on using it for irrigation or domestic purposes, or for recharging groundwater. The rainwater harvesting systems collects rainwater from rooftops into the storage tanks underground via pipes for future use of for recharging groundwater.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
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ID: 64194
Title: Energy and water from Himalayan Rivers need for prudent sharing of benefits and opportunities
Author: Dr. Yashwant S Rawat
Editor: R.K Pachauri
Year: 2017
Publisher: Anupama Jauhry
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Terra green vol. 10 (2) 30-33 (2017)
Subject: Energy and water from Himalayan Rivers
Keywords: Energy, water, Himalayan Rivers
Abstract: The Himalaya is one of the youngest mountain ranges in the world. It is a source for a large number of rivers and their tributaries. It acts as an elixir for nurturing the lives of millions of people, many of whom also associate these mountains with mythological and religious values. The Ganges, the Brahmaputra, and the Indus are the main transboundary rivers originating from the Himalayas. Their spiritual values are often cited; for instance, the River Ganges is a holy river in Hinduism.
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ID: 64193
Title: Facilitating Ecotourism in Himachal Pradesh by tapping the vast potential
Author: Sarita Brara
Editor: R.K Pachauri
Year: 2017
Publisher: Anupama Jauhry
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Terra green vol. 10 (2) 22-28 (2017)
Subject: Facilitating Ecotourism in Himachal Pradesh
Keywords: Facilitating ecotourism, Himachal Pradesh
Abstract: Every time i come back from Chewa, I feel i Have become younger,"says 70-Year-old retired Col KS Gahlaut.A wildlife expert, Col Gahlaut was talking about his visits to Pine Hills Eco Camp at Chewa near Barog in Himachal Pradesh. A nature lover, he takes time off from what he says is the "noise , pollution, and the big bad world" every few months to mostly visit this eco camp and occasionally other nature camps as wee to breathe fresh air and rejuvenate himself. While organized treks are not his cup of tea, Col Gahlaut loves meandering his way up and down the dense chir pine rich forest trail by himself, glad if he is able to spot a monal pheasant, or some other bird or animal, and listening to the forest sounds. Col Gahlaut says,"if Some groups of visitors are interested, I do not mind sharing my knowledge about widlife with them sitting under the tree.
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ID: 64192
Title: Solar cells of the future efficient and environment -friendly
Author: -[Environmental research]
Editor: R.K Pachauri
Year: 2017
Publisher: Anupama Jauhry
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Terra green vol. 10 (2) 10-11 (2017)
Subject: Solar cells of the future
Keywords: Solar cells,Efficient, Environment -friendly
Abstract: Researchers are currently developing environment-friendly solar cells of the future that will capture twice as much energy as the cells of today. The trick is combine two different types of solar cells in order to utilize a much greater portion of the sunlight. 'These are going to be world's most efficient and environment -friendly solar cells. These are currently solar cells that are certainly solar cells that are certainly just as efficient, but they are both expensive and toxic. Furthermore, the materials in our solar cells are readily available in large quantities on Earth. That is an important point,"sys professor Bengt svensson of the Department of Physics at the University of Oslo (UiO) and Centre for Materials Science and Nanotechnology (SMN).
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ID: 64191
Title: Future of development low rise or high rise?
Author: Ar Namrata Mahal
Editor: R.K Pachauri
Year: 2017
Publisher: Anupama Jauhry
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Terra green vol. 10 (2) 8-9 (2017)
Subject: Future of development
Keywords: Future of development
Abstract: The 2030 Agenda for sustainable development can be realized if the three core fundamentals, that is, economic growth, social inclusion, and environment protection are harmonized. These three elements are interconnected; hence entail both opportunities and challenges. As India continues to implement its development agenda, it becomes imperative to have deliberations at both national and state level to understand these linkages in more depth. GRIHA Council, a joint society established by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, Government of India (MNRE,GoI) and TERI, has been at the forefront for advocacy of sustainable habitats across the country through GRIHA (Green Rating for integrated Habitat Assessment).
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ID: 64190
Title: Mobile Phones a two -way sword of Modern Times
Author: Pranali S. Chavan and Dr. Anjali Parasnis
Editor: R.K Pachauri
Year: 2017
Publisher: Anupama Jauhry
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Reference: Terra green vol. 10 (1) 30-33 (2017)
Subject: Mobile Phones a two -way sword of Modern Times
Keywords: Mobile phones, Two-way sword, Modern Times
Abstract: India has undergone a drastic growth in the telecom sector over the past few years. This sector is a major driving force for the overall economic development of the nation. The Indian Telecommunication sector ranks second in the world market for its subscriptions, just next to China. Mobile phones once considered a 'luxury' device, is now regarded as a 'basic necessity'. Besides the connectivity, it is a complete entertainment package for music games, and social networking. Mobiles today also ensure safety of citizens 9women safety applications, M-indicator, global positioning system), mobile banking, online share trending, and business.
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ID: 64189
Title: The vanishing grasslands of India a threat o Biodiversity
Author: Subir Ghosh
Editor: Ajay Mathur
Year: 2017
Publisher: Anupama Jauhry
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Terra green vol. 10 (1) 22-28 (2017)
Subject: The vanishing grasslands of India
Keywords: Vanishing grasslands, threat to biodiversity, India
Abstract: About four years ago, the Karnataka Government was accused of diverting 10, 000 acres of land for various defence, scientific, and developmental projects. The merits or demerits of the land-grab allegations aside, there was a rather interesting and disconcerting element that kept cropping up-that the state government thought there was no issue of note with the land concerned, for it was perceived to be a virtual wasteland-a swathe of unusable land that was now being put to good use.
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ID: 64188
Title: Municipal solid waste management in India the challenges and solutions
Author: A.K.Agnihotri
Editor: Ajay Mathur
Year: 2017
Publisher: Anupama Jauhry
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Terra green vol. 10 (1) 12-17 (2017)
Subject: Municipal solid waste management in India
Keywords: Municipal solid waste management, challenges, solutions, India
Abstract: In India, the planners have never considered waste management in general-and municipal solid waste (MSW) management in particular-to be a part of development and urbanization. Since it has never been the focus of development process of the nation, we have landed in the present crisis of MSW management, which needs immediate attention of the top policymakers to come out with the explicit policy-based programme backed by sound policy regime and political will.
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ID: 64187
Title: Climate resilient infrastructure services in coastal cities in India
Author: Riya Rahiman and Raina Singh
Editor: Ajay Mathur
Year: 2017
Publisher: Anupama Jauhry
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Terra green vol. 10 (1) 8-9 (2017)
Subject: Climate resilient infrastructure services in coastal cities in India
Keywords: Climate resilient infrastructure services, coastal cities in India
Abstract: With more than 50 per cent of the world population residing in urban areas, urbanization is one of the most pertinent developmental challenges today. With the unprecedented rate of urbanization, cities are also constantly combatting emerging impacts of climate change, such as rise in temperature, changes in precipitation patterns, and climate-induced extreme events.
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ID: 64186
Title: Passive cooling for comfortable indoor temperature
Author: Mr. Pratosh Saxena
Editor: Ajay Mathur
Year: 2017
Publisher: Anupama Jauhry
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Terra green vol. 9 (12) 34-36 (2017)
Subject: Passive cooling for comfortable indoor temperature
Keywords: Passive cooling, comfortable indoor temperature
Abstract: The sun beating down on our homes causes indoor temperatures to rise to uncomfortable levels. Air conditioning provides some relief, but initial costs of installing an air conditioner and the electricity costs to run it is very high. In addition, conventional air conditioners use refrigerants made of chlorine compounds, suspected contributors to the depletion of the ozone layer and global warming.
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ID: 64185
Title: The willow woes of wular
Author: Marianne Furtado de Nazareth
Editor: Ajay Mathur
Year: 2017
Publisher: Anupama Jauhry
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Terra green vol. 9 (12) 30-33 (2017)
Subject: The willow woes of wular
Keywords: willow woes of wular
Abstract: Covering an immense area of 130 km, the Wular Lak is the largest freshwater lake in India. In 1911, the Lake was 213 km and over the decades, has shrunk to almost half of its original size, like most lakes across the sub-continent. This shrinkage has been attributed to drying out of the wetlands around and increasing areas under cultivation and plantation of willows since 1912 that were meant to support the fuel needs of the local people.
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ID: 64184
Title: Urban forests for ecologically smart cities Is India ready to protect Urban Biodiversity?
Author: Shrada Balasubramanian and Rahul Chavan
Editor: Ajay Mathur
Year: 2017
Publisher: Anupama Jauhry
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Terra green vol. 9 (12) 22-28 (2017)
Subject: Urban forests for ecologically smart cities
Keywords: Urban forests, ecologically smart cities
Abstract: Urban forests provide a range of important ecosystem services that are critical for sustainability of cities. The importance of urban regulatory, supporting, and recreational services is widely recognized by the public policymakers and planners. Even then, there has been a systematic across Indian cities.
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ID: 64183
Title: Respect our nature through Environmental Education
Author: -[In conversation] Acclaimed author,naturalist and educator Zai Whitaker in conversation with Megha Aggarwal
Editor: Ajay Mathur
Year: 2017
Publisher: Anupama Jauhry
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Terra green vol. 9 (12) 18-20 (2017)
Subject: Respect our nature through Environmental Education
Keywords: Respect, Nture, Environmntal Education
Abstract: Megha Aggarwal-You have called yourself a 'nature junkie' alluding to the rich environmental roots of your family. How important is the role of the family in inspiring a 'green' bent of mind in children?
Zai Whittaker-Like all other values, this is very important. Unless the home reinforces and supports the basic human values, no amount of outside initiatives are going to work. There are exceptions-I can think of many-but this would be the general trend. Unfortunately, parents today focus more on 'values'; such as leadership, success, and prosperity, rather than the true-blue values, such as respect for one another and the environment.
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ID: 64182
Title: The Remarkable story of Samso, Potatoes, turbines, and Climate change
Author: Mr Arjun Wadhwa and Ms Juhi Mendiratta
Editor: Ajay Mathur
Year: 2017
Publisher: Anupama Jauhry
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Terra green vol. 9 (12) 12-17 (2017)
Subject: The Remarkable story of Samso, Potatoes, turbines, and Climate change
Keywords: Samso, Potatoes, Turbines and Climate change
Abstract: Chances are that you have never heard of the Samsings. They are a quiet folk, living on a tiny island in the middle of nowhere. They used to be famous in Europe for their potatoes, which would fetch high prices and were considered quite the delicacy. Restaurateurs who would land the first few batches of the new harvest would boast to their occasional tourists that their life is incomplete if they had not tasted a samso potato.
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ID: 64181
Title: Super-sized ice age animals killed by Climate change
Author: -[Environmntal Research]
Editor: Ajay Mathur
Year: 2017
Publisher: Anupama Jauhry
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Terra green vol. 9 (12) 10-11 (2017)
Subject: Super-sized ice age animals killed by Climate change
Keywords: Super-sized ice age animals, climate change
Abstract: During the last Ice Age, Australia, Tasmania, and New Guinea formed a single landmass, called Sahul. It was a strange and often hostile place populated by a bizarre cast of giant animals. There were 500-pound kangaroos, marsupial tapirs the size of horses, and wombat-like creatures the size of hippos. There were flightless birds that weighed twice as much as modern emu,33-foot snakes,20-foot crocodiles,8-foot turtles with horned heads and spiked tils, and giant monitor lizards that measured greater than 6 ft from tip to tail and were likely venomous.
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