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Mangroves

In the Shadows of the Sea: Beauty, Fragility and Restoration of Mangroves

Among the ecosystems of coral reefs, estuaries, and seagrass meadows there exists the intricate forests of mangroves. Compared with other coastal ecosystems, mangroves contribute an average of 14% to carbon sequestration in the world’s oceans and they are a source if livelihood for several communities. As anthropogenic activities and climate change threaten the health of Mangroves there is an urgent need to focus on conservation.

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Mangroves

Guardians of the Coastline: The Urgent Need to Protect Mangroves

Fragile mangrove ecosystems are vulnerable to climate change and unsustainable human activities. Over the last century a 40% decline in mangrove cover in India was reported. They are the primary source of livelihoods for many coastal communities and also protect inland areas and forests from worst effects of severe storms and flooding events. The need to protect mangroves is urgent.

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Carbon emissions

Carbon Inequality

Carbon inequality disproportionately burdens developing and under-developed regions. It further marginalizes low-income communities and deteriorates the climate. To address this issue, it is essential that countries show greater commitment and dedication to reducing carbon emissions including transitioning to renewable energy, implementing sustainable development practices, and providing support to vulnerable communities.

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Breaking Down Barriers: Diversity and Inclusion in Organizations

Breaking Down Barriers: Diversity and Inclusion in Organizations

“Diversity is about Representation and Inclusion is about Environment.” Diversity and Inclusion has many associated benefits for organizations, in the long-run ranging from improved employee engagement to greater stakeholder satisfaction. Promoting diversity and inclusion within an organization is an important choice to make and it requires high level of commitment to enable and sustain diversity and inclusion practices.

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Feminization of Agriculture

Feminization of Agriculture

Feminization of agriculture refers to the increasing participation and leadership of women in the agriculture sector. In India, women have always played a significant role in agriculture, whether as cultivators or laborers. Feminization of agriculture refers to the increasing participation and leadership of women in the agriculture sector. In India, women have always played a significant role in agriculture, whether as cultivators or laborers.

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