http://uk.oneworld.net/article/archive/1957 en_GB_uk OneWorld UK - UK/English/Topics/Environment/Pollution Some progress at U.S. climate talks http://uk.oneworld.net/link/gotolink/addhit/85269 U.S.-hosted climate talks with the world's biggest greenhouse gas polluters ended with signs of progress but sizable differences as nations work toward a deal this year to fight global warming. From: Reuters Offsets: a dirty deal for the South http://uk.oneworld.net/link/gotolink/addhit/84668 Despite driving poor communities off their land and patently failing to deliver carbon emissions reductions, lobbyists for big industries and institutions such as the World Bank were active in Poznan climate negotiations pushing for further deregulation and expansion of the market-based Clean Development Mechanism. Public transport answer to Delhi’s jammed roads http://southasia.oneworld.net/article/view/160143/1/1957 The answer to growing traffic and pollution in the Indian capital lies in an effective and massive public transport system, says the Centre for Science and Environment. The Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system, recently implemented in south Delhi, provides the option for an economically sound and better bus system. Mehdiganj residents demand closure of Coke plant http://southasia.oneworld.net/article/view/159601/1/1957 Coca-Cola’s bottling plant in northern India has been facing the ire of local people. They say the soft drink maker has been operating illegally and has caused the severe water crisis in the area. New Heat on Bush Environment Chief http://us.oneworld.net/article/view/159463/1/1957 SAN FRANCISCO, Apr 5 (OneWorld) - Amid new calls for the resignation of George W. Bush's top environment official, 12 states and 11 non-profit groups went to court this week accusing the Bush administration of refusing to comply with an environmental order handed down a year ago by the U.S. Supreme Court. 30 Million to Hit the Lights for Earth Hour http://www.oneworld.net/article/view/159223/1/1957 MELBOURNE, Mar 28 (IPS) - Organisers of Earth Hour 2008 estimate that in excess of 30 million people worldwide will take action on Saturday to raise awareness of how small changes can make big differences when it comes to climate change. Kabul air perilous to health http://southasia.oneworld.net/article/view/159089/1/1957 Kabul’s deteriorating environment is posing serious health risks to its population, according to Afghanistan ’s National Environmental Protection Agency (NEPA). The use of sub-standard car fuel and poor waste management has worsened the city’s air quality leading to an increase in respiratory disorders. Smog to Keep Record-Holder from Olympic Race http://us.oneworld.net/article/view/158721/1/1957 WASHINGTON, Mar 11 (OneWorld) - Air quality concerns in Beijing have prompted the world's record holder in the marathon to pull out of the premiere long-distance running event at this year's Olympic Games. Call of the Hummingbird http://tv.oneworld.net/article/view/158666/1/1957 Bhopal gas victims march to Delhi http://southasia.oneworld.net/article/view/158519/1/1957 Over a hundred survivors of Bhopal gas tragedy are marching to the Indian capital to demand clean-up of toxic wastes around the factory, rehabilitation of victims and legal action against responsible companies. Leakage of methyl isocyanate from a Union Carbide’s plant in 1984 is known as one of the worst industrial disaster ever. Coke blamed for depleting water resources http://southasia.oneworld.net/article/view/158134/1/1957 The Energy and Resources Institute in its recent report has criticised Coca-Cola in India. The findings say that the company is responsible for contributing to further depletion of community water resources in already water scarce regions. It says at least one of the bottling plants should be either closed or relocated. Greenpeace demands ‘producer responsibility’ from electronics companies http://southasia.oneworld.net/article/view/158085/1/1957 India generates around 300,000 tonnes of e-waste annually, which is likely to grow more than five fold by 2012. In a recent ranking guide, environmental body Greenpeace has called upon Indian electronics companies to adopt green practices to deal with the e-waste menace so as to come at par with global brands. Rescuing the rivers http://southasia.oneworld.net/article/view/157964/1/1957 In western India, jaladindi (a water procession) is undertaken by a local doctor every year to spread awareness on keeping rivers clean. It was felt that people would relate better if it was linked to the 800-year old spiritual tradition of a march for the realisation of life’s noble values. Rescuing the rivers http://southasia.oneworld.net/article/view/157963/1/1957 In western India, jaladindi (a water procession) is undertaken by a local doctor every year to spread awareness on keeping rivers clean. It was felt that people would relate better if it was linked to the 800-year old spiritual tradition of a march for the realisation of life’s noble values. Manual scavenging: Entering the belly of the beast http://southasia.oneworld.net/article/view/157949/1/1957 There are millions in India who do the dirty job risking their lives. We never notice their lives or deaths. Bereft of the honour of uniform and the posthumous glamour of martyrdom, these soldiers sacrifice their lives making sure the rivers of filth flow unhindered, says S. Anand of Tehelka, a weekly magazine.