Citizen consumer and civic Action Group (CAG)

19/07/2025

As part of , Kuppai Tiruvizha is a vibrant one-day festival dedicated to sustainability and community impact. Bringing together a diverse group of passionate small business owners, the event is a dynamic platform for eco-conscious entrepreneurship and environmental awareness.

18/07/2025

In collaboration with the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) and Meendum Mankappai initiative, CAG hosted an exciting event on July 12th, inviting the public to bring in their old clothes — which were then transformed into eco-friendly cloth bags! A well attended evening, the event aimed to promote sustainable alternatives to plastic and raise awareness about responsible consumption. Stay tuned and follow us for more impactful and creative events that drive environmental change!

18/07/2025

Samosa, jalebi & vada pav may soon carry health warnings! To fight obesity & NCDs, the Health Ministry will label hidden fats & sugars in everyday foods. 'Oil & Sugar Boards' in schools & offices aim to drive awareness & healthier choices. Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India Consumer VOICE

The Union Health Ministry has issued an advisory to display health messages to raise awareness on harmful consumption of hidden fats and excess sugar in various food items.

18/07/2025

Roads should move people, not cost lives. We need road design that protects, not endangers. 🚸

18/07/2025

Bioplastics promise green, but deliver little, costly to produce, hard to dispose, and rarely composted. Without proper systems, they're more distraction than solution. Choose real, lasting change. Break Free From Plastic Plastic Pollution Coalition Zero Waste Asia Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives (GAIA)

17/07/2025

: https://www.cag.org.in/blogs/decarbonisation-energy-sector-using-renewable-energy-sources
The piece explores decarbonization as the essential pathway to climate stabilization, focusing on renewable energy technologies that could provide 90% of electricity needs by 2050. From solar to wind power, the analysis demonstrates how clean energy alternatives offer viable solutions to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.

The Energy-Environment Nexus

17/07/2025

Over 12% of India's data centres are at high risk from by 2050, with states like UP, TN & Maharashtra most vulnerable. Urgent need for targeted resilience upgrades along with emissions cuts.

Over 12% of India's data centres face severe climate change risks by 2050, warns XDI's report. Date centres in UP, Maharashtra, Telangana, Karnataka, and TN are highly vulnerable.

17/07/2025

Overburdened hospitals, rising non-communicable diseases & poor mental health care show why matters. It aims to ensure healthy lives & well-being for all by 2030. Healthcare must be accessible to every Indian. It is a right, not a privilege.

What is most vital for good health in India? Tell us more in the comments.

United Nations UN Sustainable Development Platform UN Human Rights - Asia

16/07/2025

India’s highways are more than just roads. They are national security lifelines. In a recent feature by Business World Security World, experts from the Road Safety Network explain why road infrastructure must be seen as critical to defence preparedness, disaster response and resilient logistics. From mobilisation to emergency services, safe and dependable roads play a vital role in keeping the country secure and connected. India needs a unified approach that treats roads as both development tools and strategic assets. https://bwsecurityworld.com/technology/indias-highways-serve-more-than-mobility-priortise-national-security/

Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Government of India World Health Organization (WHO) National Highways Authority of India - NHAI MyGovIndia United Nations

16/07/2025

Plastic pollution harms our health and damages our ecosystems. Learn how we can protect our planet from plastic pollution.

16/07/2025

16/07/2025

Assam’s shrinking wetlands store up to 76,950 kg C/ha, among the highest in India, while supporting and climate resilience. Urgent protection is key to preserving their carbon and ecological wealth.

Wetlands have long played a vital role in India’s ecosystems. As of 2025, the country has 91 wetlands designated as Ramsar sites — internationally recognized important wetlands — which span an area of 1.3 million hectares. These areas support rich biodiversity, sustain local livelihoods, and s...