First there were coalmines, then came the windfarms. Why Colombia's Wayúu people fear Colombia's green energy boom

Colombia's Wayúu people fear history repeating as green energy projects arrive on their lands. Decades of coal mining have already devastated their territory, causing malnutrition and water scarcity. Leaders say, "the government's energy projects and mining have put us on the verge of extinction," fearing new developments will repeat the same harm.

Water Wastewater and Stormwater Management in Recently Transitioned Peri-Urban Areas

Newly added villages around Indian cities are struggling with basic water and waste systems. A report on Bijnor, UP, showed "service disparities between the urban core areas... and recently added peri-urban areas." It highlights issues like bad governance and groundwater overuse, offering a plan for better, climate-ready cities.

Managing Greywater in Two Agroclimatic Zones

The Jal Jeevan Mission is now tackling greywater too, not just water supply! A study in Rajasthan and UP found that greywater management structures are often too small or in the wrong place. The report suggests "soil-specific solutions" are needed because of poor maintenance and conveyance issues.

Sustainability of Drinking Water Sources in the Districts of Pali (Rajasthan) and Banda (UP)

A new report looked at water sources in Rajasthan and UP. It found that "safe and secure water supply for the district will be achieved through the conjunctive use of surface and groundwater sources." Protecting groundwater and working with local groups are key for long-term water security.

No relief for Delhi-NCR as IMD warns of prolonged heatwave, 'orange' alert issued

Delhi-NCR is facing a tough time with a long heatwave expected until May 27, and an "orange alert" is out. It's not just hot days, but nights are unusually warm too, with the city seeing its hottest May night in 14 years. The weather department said "heatwave conditions are expected to persist."

16-year-old girl turns orange peels into a water-saving farming solution in South Africa, transforming drought-hit agriculture

A 16-year-old girl in South Africa found a way to use orange peels to help farms save water! She turned them into a special material that helps soil hold onto moisture longer, which is a big deal for places struggling with drought. Experts are excited, saying "this might help farms address one of their biggest modern problems."

Sea foam may look sinister but it is mostly harmless and natural

Sea foam, often seen on Britain's coast, looks scary but is usually harmless. It's made when dead algae mix with seawater, and waves or wind create a bubbly effect. Experts say "it is a common natural phenomenon produced by a combination of algae and weather."