LA wildfires’ danger deepens as ‘do not drink tap water’ alerts ring; Here’s why
As wildfires rage across Southern California, residents are facing not only the threat of flames but also the risk of contaminated drinking water. A stark warning was issued on January 10 by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power: “Do not drink or cook with the tap water… Do not treat the tap water […]
Safe drinking water is a right, not a luxury. Here’s how to ensure no one goes thirsty
“Thousands have lived without love, not one without water,” the poet W.H. Auden once said. Access to clean drinking water is a basic life necessity that increasingly appears to be a luxury; one enjoyed by far too few. According to the United Nations’ World Water Development Report 2024, 2.2 billion people lack access to safely […]
Water is the foundation of a livable planet
Water is our most valuable yet overlooked resource. It sustains people, grows food, powers economies, and supports ecosystems. But this vital asset is under greater stress than ever before. To achieve a world free of poverty on a livable planet, we need to transform how we use and manage water resources. The World Bank’s new […]
How AI Can Transform Disaster Management
An app to battle uncertainty in flood-prone areas. An initiative using high-resolution spatial images and complex mathematical calculations for accurate weather forecasts to design better disaster responses. The idea of AI-aided disaster management is indeed a reality.Disasters of all kinds, natural and manmade — hurricanes, epidemics, bridge and building collapse, wildfires, and the like — […]
They’re doing fantastic work in water conservation
Ganesh Shankar has long been passionate about sustainability. After an MS in electronics at IISc, Bengaluru, he briefly worked in GE, and Selco, a for-profit social enterprise providing solar energy solutions for the poor. He then did projects and consulting in sustainable technologies, and later founded a company that used drone-based thermal imaging to identify […]
Climate Resilience in Water Resource Management in India: A Conceptual Framework for Action
The water sector in India is facing increasing variability and unpredictability of water resources due to climate change. This is compounded by inadequate infrastructure for water storage and distribution, and the insufficient integration of climate resilience into water management policies. This is highlighted by the IPCC’s Sixth Assessment Report. Key threats include extreme weather events, […]
Breakthrough RO technology gives huge boost to water treatment sustainability
For more than half a century, reverse osmosis has been recognised as the ultimate water treatment process. The latest generation of membranes reject not only dissolved ions but also many organic species including many pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and heavy metals. Although the process is used worldwide, it is often selected in only specific applications due to […]
Kalki Ecosphere: Affordable, Power-Free Clean Water for Every Indian Village
Access to clean drinking water remains a pressing challenge for millions across India, particularly in rural and underserved regions. Addressing this critical need, Kalki Ecosphere, a Mumbai-based startup founded by Rohit and Sonal Shah, is pioneering affordable, eco-friendly water purification solutions designed to empower communities with safe, sustainable hydration. Innovative Solutions for Water AccessibilityKalki Ecosphere’s […]
6 Startups working in India’s water sector
India is at the forefront of tackling global water challenges, with startups innovating across various sectors to ensure sustainable water management. Here’s a detailed look at six promising startups addressing the water crisis with innovative solutions. These groundbreaking startups are transforming water management in India through cutting-edge technologies and eco-friendly solutions. Utilising IoT-based systems and […]
Rise in waterborne disease outbreaks in Thrikkakara apartments raises concern
Three outbreaks have been reported from the municipality since June this year, with the current outbreak occurring at an apartment complex at Edachira; 60 residents develop symptoms of waterborne diseases such as vomiting and diarrhoea The repeated occurrence of suspected waterborne disease outbreaks in apartment complexes under the Thrikkakara municipality limits has prompted the authorities […]