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Tata and JSW bet on green hydrogen to decarbonise steel but funding hurdles loom

Tata and JSW bet on green hydrogen to decarbonise steel but funding hurdles loom

With India’s steel sector responsible for around 35% of industrial CO2 emissions, Tata Steel and JSW Energy are pursuing green hydrogen to produce low-carbon steel. The move could reshape one of the hardest industries to abate, but it comes with massive infrastructure and financing requirements. The question: can their roadmap scale across the sector?

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
AI disinformation videos are derailing COP30 perceptions before delegates even arrive

AI disinformation videos are derailing COP30 perceptions before delegates even arrive

Ahead of COP30, analysts warn that AI-generated disinformation is shaping what people think is happening at the summit. A widely shared clip claiming the host Amazon city is flooded has been flagged as fabricated, with its creator apparently making up not just the flood, but also the reporter, residents, and even the location itself.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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WMO says ozone layer is healing fast and could hit 1980s levels by mid century

WMO says ozone layer is healing fast and could hit 1980s levels by mid century

A new WMO report says the Earth’s ozone layer is on a clear recovery path, projected to return to 1980s levels by mid-century. The shift is attributed to the Montreal Protocol, which curbed ozone-depleting substances. Early signs show up in a smaller 2024 Antarctic ozone hole, but scientists warn that long-term monitoring is still essential for full healing.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Strong El Nino in 2026 threatens monsoons crops and prices from Asia to China

Strong El Nino in 2026 threatens monsoons crops and prices from Asia to China

Forecasters warn a strong El Nino is likely in the second half of 2026, bringing hotter, drier conditions across Asia. The outlook raises risks for crops and food supplies, as farmers may struggle with fertilizer shortages and high fuel costs. India is bracing for below-average monsoon rains, Southeast Asia could see weaker palm oil and rice output, and China faces a higher flood risk.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Amazon becomes India’s green power king fast but faced early renewable roadblocks

Amazon becomes India’s green power king fast but faced early renewable roadblocks

Amazon has emerged as India’s biggest corporate buyer of renewable energy, accelerating with seven utility-scale signups since September 2022. The company is also aiming for 100% renewable electricity globally by 2025. But its rise wasn’t frictionless, as early steps in India’s corporate green power market exposed teething issues even amid rapid expansion.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
UN report finds two thirds of world hunger crises hit just 10 countries

UN report finds two thirds of world hunger crises hit just 10 countries

A UN-backed report says two-thirds of the world’s most severe food crises last year were concentrated in just 10 countries. Sudan, Nigeria, and the Democratic Republic of Congo accounted for a third of the burden. Conflict is identified as the main driver, and 2026 looks worse as fighting continues alongside climate extremes.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Bamboo could cut real estate carbon fast and help India reach net zero sooner

Bamboo could cut real estate carbon fast and help India reach net zero sooner

Bamboo producers and sector players are pushing a climate-focused shift for India’s construction and real-estate industry. Their argument: bamboo can replace high-carbon materials, helping reduce emissions while supporting a pathway beyond net zero. If adopted at scale, bamboo may turn a low-cost renewable resource into a practical decarbonization lever for the built environment.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Fossil fuels damage health from birth to death report warns of cradle to grave harm

Fossil fuels damage health from birth to death report warns of cradle to grave harm

A new report warns that fossil fuels harm health across the entire chain—starting with extraction and transport, then worsening as fuels are burned. The damage can begin before birth and persist until death, with the poorest communities facing the greatest risks. It also points to threats from pipeline leaks and major oil spills beyond air pollution alone.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Amazon signs 30 million deal to buy rice farm carbon credits in India

Amazon signs 30 million deal to buy rice farm carbon credits in India

Amazon has agreed to pay $30 million for carbon credits produced by Indian rice farmers through the Good Rice Alliance. The programme is backed by Bayer, Temasek’s GenZero, and Shell. The deal is touted as one of the biggest agricultural carbon credit transactions worldwide and the first large-scale one of its kind in India.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Can Indian Railways hit carbon neutral by 2030 The 3 billion tree plan is under scrutiny

Can Indian Railways hit carbon neutral by 2030 The 3 billion tree plan is under scrutiny

Indian Railways wants to reach carbon neutrality by 2030 using a mix of electrification, renewables, and water conservation. But it also plans to meet about half its net-zero target by planting 3 billion trees. The catch: carbon offsetting through plantations is increasingly questioned worldwide over whether it reliably delivers long-term emissions cuts.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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England seed bank quietly protects 2.5 billion wild seeds for the next century

England seed bank quietly protects 2.5 billion wild seeds for the next century

Beneath England’s countryside, the Millennium Seed Bank is marking 25 years of storing more than 2.5 billion wild plant seeds—an insurance policy against extinction. Opened by King Charles III, the facility is not just preserving biodiversity but improving techniques to safeguard ecosystems and support restoration worldwide as environmental pressures mount.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
ICAI charts a net zero roadmap and aims for carbon neutrality through ESG reforms

ICAI charts a net zero roadmap and aims for carbon neutrality through ESG reforms

ICAI has laid out a roadmap focused on reaching net zero and also working toward carbon-neutrality, using ESG frameworks as the engine. Ahead of an upcoming ESG Conclave, discussions will cover sustainability reporting, sustainable investing and green finance, plus ESG ratings, supply chains, and the circular economy—signaling a broader push to standardize how businesses measure and act on climate goals.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Beer could get greener as startup electrifies steam for major brewer next year

Beer could get greener as startup electrifies steam for major brewer next year

A Fort Collins startup, AtmosZero, has built an energy-efficient electrified boiler designed to electrify steam used in brewing. New Belgium Brewing plans to install the system at its main facility next year, potentially lowering beer’s carbon footprint by shifting from older, fuel-heavy steam production to more efficient electric heating.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
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