Environmental Studies

Sustainability is about what we can go on taking from nature without finding the courage to face our organised, well-disguised greed. This observation acquires a particular force when we look at India’s three great mountain systems—the Western Ghats, the Aravallis and the Himalayas. All three are under pressure from roads, mining, tourism, urbanisation, infrastructure and […]

Introduction In the previous article, we explored how environmental catalysis has become one of the most powerful tools for controlling pollution. Catalysts accelerate chemical reactions, reduce energy requirements, and enable the transformation of harmful pollutants into less harmful substances. However, chemistry is not the only source of catalytic power. Long before humans discovered catalysts, nature

Introduction In the previous article, we examined the major forms of environmental pollution affecting air, water, and soil. We also discussed the various strategies available for pollution prevention and mitigation. While prevention remains the most effective approach, modern society continues to generate vast quantities of pollutants through industrial production, transportation, agriculture, and urban activities. The

Introduction The history of human civilization is closely linked to humanity’s ability to harness natural resources. From the agricultural revolution to the industrial age and the modern technological era, economic progress has depended upon the extraction, transformation, and consumption of materials and energy from the environment. While these developments have improved living standards, increased life