Bengaluru faces a shortage of water as the natural resources of water are rapidly declining. According to the Economic Times, Bengaluru has lost 79% of its water bodies in the past four decades. The challenge is no longer in the future, but it’s happening right now on a day-to-day basis.
Across the globe, primarily in urban centers, an ongoing struggle is underway against environmental deterioration stemming from the effects of climate change. Urban expansion shows no signs of slowing, consumption rates remain unabated, and demands continue to surge, all while urbanization persists. If this trajectory endures, where might we find ourselves in a quarter-century?
In today’s rapidly evolving world, the concept of net zero has gained significant traction and importance. With climate change becoming a pressing global concern, organizations across various industries are increasingly focusing on reducing their carbon footprint and embracing sustainable practices. Achieving net zero status has become a paramount goal for companies worldwide, but the question remains: Is your organization truly ready for net zero?
The ‘Environment’ is the abode where we all live and relies heavily on human actions. ‘Development’ is what we humans do in an attempt to advance our abode. The two are deeply interlinked by a cause-and-effect relationship. ‘Sustainable Development is that which meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of the future generations to meet their own needs’. This statement encompasses two main concepts of ‘needs’ and ‘limitations’.