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United News of India
19 hours ago
- Business
- United News of India
Kerala aims to become Carbon neutral by 2050: CM
Thiruvananthapuram, Aug 10 (UNI) Kerala aims to become carbon neutral by 2050, and the Green Budget 2025 of the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation, introduced as part of sustainable development initiatives, is a major step towards achieving this goal, said Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. 'Thiruvananthapuram has become the first city in Kerala to implement a Green Budget. The budget outlines activities in the city aimed at limiting carbon emissions, serving as a model for other local bodies,' the CM said. He was speaking after inaugurating the seed ball manufacturing project implemented by the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation and launching the Green Budget 2025 at Putharikandam Maidan yesterday. The Chief Minister said discussions on climate change and natural disasters are taking place across the world. However, there is still no global consensus on combating climate change. 'Even at the UN Climate Change Conference, no clear guidelines were formulated. Instead of waiting for such global agreements, we are moving ahead with our own actions,' he added. He stated that incentives are being provided for electric vehicles, along with the promotion of green hydrogen hubs and renewable energy sources. The Corporation's work to make Thiruvananthapuram a solar city is commendable. As part of this, solar panels are being installed on government office buildings at a cost of ₹125 crore. Electric buses are being purchased, and the Corporation has procured and distributed 100 electric autorickshaws. Such initiatives will help Thiruvananthapuram become one of the fastest-developing cities, he said. The seed ball campaign had planned to involve 6,000 students, but an additional 1,000 students joined. The seed balls they prepared will be planted in office premises and barren lands under the 'Green Trivandrum' concept. By depositing four lakh seed balls across various parts of the city, large-scale tree growth can be encouraged. The Chief Minister expressed confidence that such activities to tackle environmental challenges would also help create significant eco-friendly awareness. UNI DS RKM
Time of India
a day ago
- Science
- Time of India
Thiruvananthapuram corporation's seed ball campaign enters World Book of Records
Thiruvananthapuram : Seed ball-making campaign organised by city corporation at Putharikandam Maidan on Saturday morning secured a place in the World Book of Records. The campaign, part of the city's broader environmental protection initiatives, saw the enthusiastic participation of over 7,000 students, exceeding the original plan to involve 6,000 participants. The campaign involved preparing seed balls – mixtures of soil, fertilizer and seeds – which will later be deposited in various locations across the city to promote urban afforestation and enhance greenery. The large-scale participation and the speed of execution helped the event earn a spot in the record books, authorities said. Chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan who inaugurated the city's Green Budget 2025 at the venue praised the seed ball initiative as a model programme for other civic bodies in the state and beyond. "Thiruvananthapuram has become the first city in Kerala to implement a Green Budget. This is a model initiative that local self-govts across the state can emulate," he said during the inaugural speech. The chief minister added that in the face of mounting climate challenges, such as those highlighted at COP 29 summit in 2024, where no concrete guidelines emerged, it was imperative that local actions be taken without delay. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like We Have No Words For Dog The Bounty Hunter's Transformation Cash Roadster Undo "This campaign creates awareness and demonstrates our commitment to environment-friendly practices. The city's initiatives, such as promoting electric vehicles and renewable energy sources, deserve appreciation," he noted. The record-setting event was adjudicated by Indian representative of the World Book of Records Rinish T P, and mayor Arya Rajendran received the provisional certificate during the ceremony. The mayor expressed gratitude to the students, teachers and all stakeholders who contributed to the campaign's success. Deputy mayor P K Raju, standing committee members Shajid Nassar, Kleines Rosario, Gayathri Babu, Medayil Vikraman, Surakumari R, C S Sujadevi and political leaders D R Anil, P Padmakumar and Shanavas IAS, corporation staff members, among others were also present. Corporation secretary Jahamgeer S concluded the event by extending a vote of thanks. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
NZ Herald
6 days ago
- Business
- NZ Herald
Invest in public good for a sustainable future
Click here for an alternative view: Cutting red tape key to NZ's infrastructure success - Chris Bishop The Green Party is unapologetic about our commitment to the long-term benefit of our people and planet. We have a clear vision that is outlined by the action plans we have released in the past months, including our Green Emissions Reduction Plan, He Ara Anamata, as well as our Green Budget 2025 and Fiscal Strategy. We know that the status quo is not working, the truth is that it hasn't worked for a long time. In the 1980s and 1990s, many reforms saw public assets that had been built up over generations sold into private hands, like our rail network, some social housing, and some electricity generation. There was a mistaken belief that cutting public investment and jobs would make us better off as a country. Thirty-five years on, we can clearly say that approach has not worked for most of the country. Cutting down the responsibility of the state has increased inequality, which may suit the super-rich, but certainly doesn't benefit the rest of our society. Housing scarcity and unaffordability allow a gentry of landlords to exploit desperate renters without a foot to stand on. Handing the reins of our economy over to the private sector and moulding our laws around their preference makes it easy for corporates to exploit underpaid workers and our natural resources. Our people, and the planet we depend upon, pay the price. The 'privatise the benefits, socialise the cost' approach isn't fair, and it isn't working. It's time to be bold and brave. We can invest in the public infrastructure we need ourselves, rather than making ourselves dependent on the goodwill of private international financiers, who will be looking for returns. New Zealanders can be in control of our economy, our jobs and our future. We can take control of our destiny and build what we need while creating thousands of good jobs. Our people, and the planet we depend upon, pay the price. The 'privatise the benefits, socialise the cost' approach isn't fair, and it isn't working. Julie Anna Genter Over the past months, we have been across the country and have seen the harm private companies have done to communities by coming in, promising the world, and then upping sticks once the profits have dried up, leaving people without livelihoods and much hope. In the last year alone, we have seen this from the West Coast of the South Island, to Ohakune, to Tokoroa. It was the stories we heard from these communities that encouraged our Green Jobs Guarantee. This plan will create at least 40,000 jobs across Aotearoa to rebuild our infrastructure, restore nature and build the homes we so desperately need. These jobs will form the foundations of an economy that works for all of us and a society that leaves nobody behind. Before politicians took their hands off the wheel of the economy 40 years ago and sold off the assets we all used to own, we had a Ministry of Works. Our plan for a Ministry of Green Works builds on that proud tradition but is future-fit for the climate transition. With our future-focused workforce agency, Mahi Anamata, we will be able to plan for the skills we need. This will allow us to prioritise resources to the areas we need rather than allowing the private sector to dictate our job market on their terms. We have so many opportunities at our fingertips. Energy efficiency is a boon for productivity. The steps we need to take in transportation and urban development to reduce congestion will also reduce emissions, deaths and serious injuries, and petrol bills – by reducing the need to use private vehicles. We can take pressure off our hospitals and people's power bills with healthy homes, wind and solar, and walkable communities. A better world is possible. The only thing holding us back is this Government, which is firmly stuck in the past and beholden to the interests of a wealthy few. Julie Anne Genter is MP for Rongotai and Green Party spokesperson for Infrastructure, Transport, Urban Development and Building and Construction.
