Urban Environment

The proposed Pen Monument for DMK supremo Kalaignar Karunanidhi in Chennai’s Marina has raised concerns around impact on environment and livelihood.

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In a chat with Pritika M, co-founder of FICUS, we look at how climate rallies have contributed to the conversation on climate change in Chennai.

The fisherfolk in Chennai have been vocal against the unavailability of Tamil translations and flawed maps in the draft Coastal Zone Management Plan.

The Chennai Climate Action Plan lays out strategies to achieve 100% renewable energy use by 2050. What would it take to make that happen?

Looking to buy an electric two-wheeler in Chennai? Here is all you need to know about subsidies, modes, mileage and safety.

Can a protection such as the Ramsar tag help in the conservation and restoration of wetlands in Ennore and Pulicat?

While many tree plantation drives are initiated in Chennai, the sustainability of such projects remains a question. How can such drives be more effective?

Monsoon floods in Chennai vary from one area to the other due to differences in topography and the kind of flood mitigation measures taken.

COP27 is planning its climate change agenda. But climate action can matter to a Chennai resident only when they understand it at a local level.

Public consultations in Chennai for various development projects have been marred by lack of information and deliberate hurdles to participation.

The stormwater drain project in K K Nagar has resulted in tree felling, much to the anguish of the residents. Despite the civic body’s assurance of planting saplings, residents remain concerned about tree felling.