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Dhaka is a magical city where people start their day with dreams and relentlessly struggle for survival and a livelihood to fulfil them. The megacity, one of the most densely populated in the world, has four to five times more people than its capacity. Have we ever considered whether this city can bear the pressure […]
Investing in climate adaptation offers not only environmental protection but also impressive economic returns, according to a new report by the World Resources Institute (WRI), a US-based think tank. The study reveals that for every $1 invested in climate adaptation, there is a return of more than $10 over 10 years, reads a press release. […]
The Sundarbans, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a vast mangrove forest located where the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Meghna rivers meet, stretching across parts of Bangladesh and India. This unique and rich ecosystem is home to the largest population of Bengal tigers, a subspecies of the Royal Bengal tiger. What makes these tigers truly special […]
Fossil fuels – coal, oil and gas – are by far the largest contributor to global climate change, accounting for over 75 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions and nearly 90 per cent of all carbon dioxide emissions. As greenhouse gas emissions blanket the Earth, they trap the sun’s heat. This leads to global […]
Climate change refers to long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns. Such shifts can be natural, due to changes in the sun’s activity or large volcanic eruptions. But since the 1800s, human activities have been the main driver of climate change, primarily due to the burning of fossil fuels like coal, oil and gas. Burning fossil […]
We live in an age where technology touches every part of our lives. From mobile phones and laptops to smart TVs and kitchen appliances, electronic devices make our daily routines faster, easier, and more connected. But behind the comfort and convenience lies a growing problem we often ignore – electronic waste, or e-waste. Exploring the […]