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Indonesia's Captive Coal: A Decarbonisation Paradox
Indonesia's ambition to dominate nickel and electric vehicle battery supply chains may undermine global decarbonisation efforts due to its reliance on captive coal-fired power plants.
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Ladakh Glaciers Losing Speed as Ice Melts, New Study Warns
A recent study has found that glaciers in the Zanskar Himalayas in Ladakh are losing speed, with implications for water availability in the region over the long term.
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India's Online Ornamental Plant Trade May Be an Overlooked Pathway for Invasive Species
A new study has found that a majority of ornamental plants sold online in India are alien species, many of which are known to be invasive or naturalised in other countries.
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Western Ghats States at Odds Over Eco-Sensitive Areas Notification
The Union Environment Ministry has released a new draft notification defining Ecologically Sensitive Areas (ESA) across 56,825 sq km of the Western Ghats, but states including Kerala and Goa continue to resist the boundaries due to concerns about tourism, farming, and real estate development.