7 Simple Daily Habits That Help the Planet
As we go about our busy lives, the news about our planet’s health can often feel overwhelming. The sheer scale of challenges like climate change and pollution can make our individual efforts feel like a tiny drop in a vast ocean. But the truth is, the ocean is made of drops. The most powerful changes […]
The Hidden Impact of Air Travel on Climate: Why Your Flight’s Footprint is Bigger Than You Think
Introduction: The Paradox in the Clouds Air travel is a modern marvel. In a matter of hours, it connects us with distant family, opens up new cultures, and fuels global commerce. We look out the window at 35,000 feet and see a world of possibility. Yet, in those same wispy clouds, there is a significant […]
7 Effective Ways to Teach Kids About Climate Change
Introduction: Turning a Difficult Conversation into an Empowering One Talking to Kids about climate change can feel daunting. The subject is complex, and the news is often filled with alarming headlines. How do we educate our kids without causing fear or anxiety? The key is to shift the focus from doom and gloom to understanding, […]
The Future of Sustainable Cities: Blueprints for a Greener Tomorrow
Introduction: Why Sustainable Cities are No Longer a Choice, But a Necessity The rapid pace of urbanisation, coupled with the escalating climate crisis, has brought humanity to a critical juncture.1 More than half of the world’s population now lives in urban areas, a figure projected to rise to nearly 70% by 2050.2 Cities, while hubs […]
The Ultimate Guide to Article Writing: From Idea to Impact
Welcome, future writers and changemakers! You have a powerful story to tell, a compelling argument to make, or a vital piece of information to share. But how do you transform that brilliant idea into a well-structured, engaging, and impactful article? You’re in the right place. Article writing can feel like a daunting task. You might […]
The Green Lie: How Our Perfect Lawn Obsession is Killing the Planet We Love
Discover the hidden environmental cost of perfect lawns and how simple changes can help fight climate change. Plus, learn about WriteToWin.online’s ₹1 lakh climate writing contest for young environmental advocates. When Love Becomes Loss: The Emotional Weight of Our Green Tradition There’s something universally appealing about the perfect lawn. From the manicured gardens of England […]
Har Ghar Tiranga: Why a Patriotic Campaign Has Become an Environmental Disaster
India’s “Har Ghar Tiranga” campaign began with noble intentions: to unite the nation in patriotic celebration by encouraging every household to hoist the national flag on Independence Day. While it certainly evokes pride and strengthens civic unity, the initiative has had an overlooked consequence — a deeply harmful impact on the environment. 1. Unprecedented Scale, Unprecedented Waste […]
Clean India, Green India: Why Swachh Bharat Starts With Us
1. Introduction Swachh Bharat, launched to bring an end to open defecation, improve solid waste disposal, and cleanliness as social culture, redefined sanitation as a national development agenda. The state, however, cannot make the clean and green India dream a reality single-handedly. Waste emanates from residential and commercial households, dependent on municipal infrastructure, and finally […]
How the Environmental Health of My City Directly Impacts the Mental and Physical Health of Its Citizens
1. Introduction Urban ecosystems are dynamic interactive systems where determinants in the environment affect health all at once. It is what we breathe (air), drink (water), see/cover otherwise (green cover), and hear (soundscape) that determines the trajectory of health of dwellers. A environment & health is key to protecting and improving human physical and mental […]
What If All the Ice on Earth Melted? A Legal and Environmental Perspective
1. Melting Ice and Its Environmental Impacts 1.1 How much ice is there? Our world possesses humongous frozen water reserves in every shape and size conceivable. Ice sheets, glaciers, and sea ice cover most of the fresh water on our world. That’s the way it is:Antarctica contains approximately 26.5 million cubic kilometers of ice. It […]