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In ancient Tamil thought, land was not just a setting for human life but a living companion. Sangam literature used the idea of Thinai to describe an ecological and cultural landscape where people, land, climate, emotions, and livelihoods were seen as one connected system. The five Thinais, Kurinji

Tamil Nadu stands as one of India’s most dynamic states. It is a powerhouse of industry, agriculture, and culture, yet it is also among the most climate-vulnerable. With its vast coastline stretching over 1,076 km, fertile plains, bustling urban centres and concentrated industrial hubs, the state

In a country where a failed monsoon can tip millions into distress and a single heatwave can bring cities to a standstill, Artificial intelligence (AI) may well be the climate ally India did not know it needed. Imagine if the monsoon had a mind that could be read, predicted, even gently reasoned

What if you enter a completely empty kitchen one day, with no food in sight and the refrigerator bare? Curious and concerned, you turn on the television to hear alarming news: bees and other pollinators have vanished, and there is a global food crisis. This may sound extreme, but it is a possible

Imagine a world where your job doesn’t just earn you a pay cheque, but also helps clean the air, reduce waste, and fight climate change. As India commits to achieving net-zero emissions by 2070 and scaling up renewable energy, green jobs are emerging as a cornerstone of both economic recovery and

This blog was originally published in Citizen Matters on 26th May, 2025. The winds are warmer, the rains are more erratic, and the oceans whisper warnings we can no longer ignore. In this age of climate urgency, our greatest hope lies not just in technology but in leadership that understands the

Climate change is no longer a tale of polar bears and faraway glaciers. It is the heatwave scorching our summers, the flood water rising in our streets, the drying borewells in our villages and the poor quality of air we breathe. Yet for many young minds across India, this urgent crisis remains

Globally, urban land consumption is growing at a rate up to 50% faster than population growth, and by 2030, an additional 1.2 million km² of urban built-up area is expected to emerge worldwide. Cities now account for two-thirds of global energy consumption and contribute to over 70% of greenhouse

The ocean, often referred to as the planet's lifeblood, covers over 70% of the Earth's surface, connecting continents, shaping climates and nurturing diverse ecosystems. For a country like India, with its vast coastline stretching over 7,500 kilometres and a maritime expanse exceeding 2 million

Another COP (Conference of Parties) comes and goes, leaving in its wake the familiar aftermath of frustration and unmet expectations. Once again, promises were made, but the gap between words and actions feels wider than ever as COP summits often seem mired in speeches and declarations, with little

The Bonn Climate Talks in June 2024 marked a critical moment as global leaders, activists, scientists and policymakers came together to tackle the escalating climate crisis. With climate impacts intensifying across the globe, the discussions highlighted the urgent need for swift and tangible actions

The Wayanad landslides on July 30th created ripples of shock and helplessness through the country. The district which had received less than average rainfall until the 29th of July was suddenly inundated with a catastrophic 572 mm of rain falling over just a 24 hour period. (This was on the 30th and