GROUNDWATER EXTRACTION REDUCTION
Delhi's Reclaimed Water Policy: Farmhouses to pay ₹10,000/acre monthly for treated water use
Delhi plans to charge farmhouses ₹10,000 monthly for treated water use. Construction sites over 500 sqm must use reclaimed water for dust suppression. The policy aims for 100% reclaimed water use for non-potable needs by 2036. This initiative seeks to reduce groundwater extraction significantly. A master plan and ADB funding will overhaul water and sewerage infrastructure.
When the cloud gets thirsty: Should India make AI pay back its water debt?
India's AI sector is poised to face a substantial challenge due to its increasing water demands for infrastructure, particularly as data centers are expected to significantly intensify water consumption in the near future. Implementing an innovative water credit system can help mitigate these environmental concerns, placing a strong emphasis on local water replenishment and ensuring community advantages.
In 2002, China began building the South-to-North Water Diversion Project to carry Yangtze water north; it now reportedly serves 185 million people, but displaced at least 330,000
China's extensive water diversion project moves vast amounts of water hundreds of miles. This infrastructure now benefits over 185 million people in northern China. The project aims to alleviate groundwater over-extraction and its severe geological issues. However, its construction displaced hundreds of thousands of people from their homes. Future routes are planned, indicating China's ongoing water challenges.
No concerns over data centres' water use, advanced tech cuts consumption: MeitY
The Indian government has received no complaints about data centres using too much water. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has not reported any issues. The data centre industry is using advanced cooling systems to save water and energy. New technologies are improving water efficiency. The government is supporting data centre growth to boost digital infrastructure.
Satellites Expose a Hidden Water Loss Beneath the World’s Tallest Mountains
Vast underground freshwater reserves in the Himalayas and Andes are depleting. Satellites now track these hidden water losses, revealing significant annual declines. This impacts hundreds of millions downstream who rely on these mountain-fed rivers. Climate shifts and human demand are driving this concerning trend. Understanding this invisible shift is crucial for future water security.
Amid water crisis, authorities reveal shocking news: Delhi has extracted 99% groundwater
Delhi faces a severe water crisis as the CGWB reports a significant decline in groundwater recharge and availability for extraction. In 2023, only 0.34 bcm of 0.38 bcm recharged groundwater was accessible, with 99.1% already extracted. Despite efforts, groundwater extraction rose from 98.16% in 2022 to 99.13% in 2023. While some areas saw improvement, critical zones expanded to cover 35% of Delhi. CGWB calls for urgent measures, including mandatory rainwater harvesting and enhanced water conservation efforts.
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Delhi turning into Bengaluru? A dive into national capital's water woes
Dehi water crisis: Delhi faces a worsening water crisis, with videos of residents struggling for water going viral. The blame game among politicians, including the AAP government and neighbouring states, has escalated. Despite efforts to increase water production, the city's infrastructure challenges and mismanagement persist. Groundwater overexploitation and inter-state disputes exacerbate the complex situation.
Bengaluru water crisis: Large apartment complexes face supply cut. Check who will be affected
The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has embarked on a strategy to conserve water by implementing supply cuts to big customers. This initiative aims to mitigate a portion of the daily water deficit faced by the city during the summer, which the state government estimates at around 500 MLD against a demand of 2,600 MLD.
India aspires to a $5 trillion economy. It must factor the environment cost
The concept of green GDP, which takes into account the environmental costs of production, is crucial in assessing the true value of goods and services. Factoring in environmental costs would lead to more sustainable production methods and a reevaluation of economic growth models.
Water conservation is good for world and saves cost for companies, say industry leaders
Companies can contribute to water conservation efforts, reduce costs, and enhance their sustainability practices by adopting water conservation practices on their shopfloors.
ET Boardroom Dialogues 2023: On World Environment Day, top leaders call for water stewardship and collective action for a sustainable future
Outlining actionable agendas in order to lead the transition towards a more blue-green future, top industry leaders weighed in on strengthening water source sustainability and circularity at the ET Boardroom Dialogues 2023, presented in partnership with Diageo India. Here are the key takeaways from the two-day virtual summit, which kicked off on June 5 on the occasion of World Environment Day.
Is ethanol a sweet solution for India? New govt road map cheers industry but questions linger
The government's roadmap for blending ethanol with petrol has cheered sugar manufacturers and could trim oil import bills. But its role in a renewable energy future needs more clarity. There are several challenges and questions.
NGT seeks action against industries polluting Ganga in Uttar Pradesh
NGT chairperson Adarsh Kumar Goel-led bench was dealing with the execution of a tribunal order passed last year, in which directions were issued for remedial action against the pollution in the river Bhella which meets Kosi river in Rampur, a tributary of Ramganga that reaches Ganga.
Budget 2019: Farmers need to be incentivised to conserve water, says Economic Survey
The survey also proposed improving infrastructure, access to markets and adopting technology for smallholder farmers.
The challenge of water: India’s ability to manage and govern water will determine its future
Water will determine India’s ability to achieve high economic growth, ensure environmental sustainability and improve quality of life for citizens.
Adani clears last hurdle on Australia coal mine, to start work in weeks
State government gives go-ahead to coal mine project on Thursday, after federal approval earlier.
The precarious situation of India’s water problem
A reduction in pollution over the subcontinent combined with a significant increase in forest cover can keep a weakening monsoon in check, up to a point.
Honour for India’s green heroes
Farmland Rainwater Harvesting Systems, which developed a ‘V-Wire injection well’ technology for runoff rainwater harvesting and recharge in Karnataka, won the ‘Innovations for Climate Protection’ award.
India can cut agricultural emissions & subsidies by creating a market for farm offsets
India can launch a prototype in Punjab and Bihar, may be under the Sustainable Agriculture Mission under the NAPCC.
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