Articles by Rita Sharma
UP must opt for the green economy path
UP’s size positions it well to be a leader in green accounting. A five-year exercise has been initiated by the Centre to quantify the country’s natural capital to help estimate each state’s green GSDP. UP should be at the forefront of this green accounting path.
Published on Sep 19, 2022 07:14 PM IST
Bundelkhand’s majestic legacy needs attention
The region is dotted with ancient forts. To restore its legacy, a public-private effort, fortified by brand-building, must be made
Published on Jul 30, 2022 07:56 PM IST
For carbon-neutral growth, India must focus on agroforestry
The poor and vulnerable communities, dependent directly on land, water, and forests face irreversible changes to lives and livelihoods. Agroforestry can help them tackle this challenge
Updated on Apr 19, 2022 06:28 PM IST
Rita Sharma
How adaptation can serve the cause of climate justice
The past decade has been the hottest in recorded history. Building capacities for robust adaptation action will help the poor cope better
Updated on Nov 09, 2021 02:34 PM IST
Rita Sharma
For a post-Covid-19 India, the need for postmodern agriculture
Much has been depleted through careless stewardship of natural resources. Sustainability is key. The agriculture sector will require scientific innovations to feed a growing population. The challenge is to get the best blend of continuity and change for finding our way towards the new normal
Updated on Sep 03, 2021 06:17 PM IST
Rita Sharma
The untapped green potential of agroforestry
Agroforestry keeps the pressure off natural forests and contributes to reducing man-animal conflicts. Agroforestry meets almost half of the fuelwood needs, about two-thirds of the small timber demand, 70-80% of the plywood demand, and 9-11% of the country’s green fodder requirement
Updated on Jun 02, 2021 05:42 PM IST
Rita Sharma
The role of MGNREGS in the climate crisis
Studies that measure the contribution of MGNREGS towards improving the adaptive capacity of the beneficiary households have remained few and far between
Updated on Apr 03, 2021 07:36 PM IST
Rita Sharma