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Kunal Kambli
27 Mar 2024, 13:46

Gen Z rates climate change as its top concern, but only one-third engages in activism: Study

Gen Z rates climate change as its top concern, but only one-third engages in activism: Study

Gen Z rates climate change as its top concern, but only one-third engages in activism: Study

Climate anxiety is at an all-time high, especially among the younger generation, which shares a deep sense of urgency and fear about the environmental challenges ahead. Recent research from Curtin University shed light on similar anxieties among young Australians, highlighting their significant implications for the youngsters’ lives and futures. Yet, amid these prevalent concerns, the study also unveils a stark reality: a mere fraction of this demographic is taking proactive steps to address them.

Dipping reservoir stores in South India raise alarms on possible water shortages ahead
Ashmita Gupta
25 Mar 2024, 13:17

Dipping reservoir stores in South India raise alarms on possible water shortages ahead

Looking ahead, despite current shortages, many state governments assure the public of sufficient water until June, with expectations of pre-monsoon and monsoon rains to replenish water resources. Reports of El Niño transitioning to neutral and a forthcoming La Niña event suggest normal to above-normal rainfall during the upcoming monsoon season.

Brace for ‘climateflation’: Study predicts rise in food price inflation amid worsening climate change
Kunal Kambli
22 Mar 2024, 18:58

Brace for ‘climateflation’: Study predicts rise in food price inflation amid worsening climate change

Imagine a future where your grocery bill climbs higher each year, not because of lavish spending or macroeconomic fluctuations, but because of the changing climate. Sounds far-fetched? A recent study suggests otherwise, indicating that as climate change escalates, so will food prices and overall inflation rates. It reveals that inflationary pressures are more pronounced in hotter areas and seasons. Consequently, regions in the Global South, including India, may face more severe economic repercussions.