Developing nations join R&D race for gas hydrates
China, India and Latin America are exploring a potential game-changer for global energy. Katia Moskvitch investigates.
View ArticleQ&A: UNEP’s Achim Steiner on the green economy
UNEP’s executive director is pleased with progress in SDGs discussions — and says science is a central part.
View ArticleChina and Nepal agree to cooperate on mountain science
The deal aims to spur sustainable development by sharing knowledge on environmental change on the Tibetan plateau.
View ArticleLadakh mulls sustainable development models
Experts are divided over a sustainable development model for Himalayan Ladakh.
View ArticleFuture Earth’s ‘global’ secretariat under fire
Of nine hubs announced for the Future Earth sustainable development alliance, just one is in a developing country.
View ArticleUrban sustainability research with a local flavour
A challenge to one of India’s planning initiatives stands out in a melange of studies on sustainable cities.
View ArticlePlastic bricks could protect Indian homes from monsoon
Waste plastic bags could be turned into a substitute for the clay bricks that heavy rain can wash away.
View ArticleSouth Asia Analysis: Quest for more liveable cities
By deploying new urban transport technologies South Asian governments can bring relief to over a billion people, says Nalaka Gunawardene.
View ArticleDelhi’s waste site story
This photo essay examines how ‘big tech’ transfer to manage urban waste risks driving out sustainable alternatives.
View ArticleTalking climate adaptation finance in Nepal
A climate change dialogue in Nepal unites farmers, forest group users, NGOs, local politicians and lawmakers, writes Bhrikuti Rai.
View ArticleIndia can meet Sustainable Development Goals
India’s development agenda is in line with the SDGs, but integration of schemes and funding are key, says Mili Majumdar.
View ArticleDelhi summit mulls sustainable development
The 15th Delhi Sustainable Development Summit (DSDS) gave stakeholders a chance to freely debate the economy-environment balance.
View ArticleIndia’s smart cities plan requires better taxation
India’s 100 smart cities initiative calls for better technology, finances and governance, say experts.
View ArticleCritical nuclear issues in South Asia
Consensus is unlikely in the nuclear debate but openness can evolve better policies and implementation, says Nalaka Gunawardene.
View ArticleBig data can make South Asian cities smarter
Big data, analysis of vast volumes of real-time data, can help citizens make smart choices and plan cities, says Nalaka Gunawardene.
View ArticleDebate: Unclear on Nuclear?
SciDev.Net brought together an expert panel to discuss critical nuclear issues in South Asia on 22 April 2015.
View ArticleSustainable cities depend on empowered citizens
New tech can help transform lives of people living in cities – but only if they are informed and involved
View ArticleSouth Asia ‘reacts slow’ to monsoon forecasts
South Asia has the capability to forecast extreme and erratic weather but is slow to react, say experts.
View ArticleNepali quake survivors reject basic shelter
Clashes with housing traditions and fears of losing hand-outs means homes made of debris-filled sacks were shunned.
View ArticleHybrid renewable energy systems have a future
Hybrid renewable energy involving wind, solar and other energy sources are better than single energy systems, says a study.
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