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Understanding a Resilient World

Resilience simply put is the way we deal with change. More specifically, it is the capacity of any system to face changing circumstances and still continue to maintain its functions, structure, and identity.[i] It describes the degree to which the system is capable of self-organisation, learning, and adaptation. With the …

Measuring what matters – Towards a relevant and effective framework for Sustainable Development Indicators

2016 marks the beginning of a new global commitment towards eradicating poverty in all its dimensions. The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) recognise that the well-being of People is inextricably tied to the health of our Planet and that ensuring sustained Prosperity for all will require genuine Peace and equitable Partnerships. All that we do …

International Solar Alliance Launch: “Solar Power is the Path to Prosperity”

The Heads of States of both India and France together launched an International Solar Alliance to boost solar energy in developing countries. The launch happened on November 30th 2015, the first day of COP-21, Paris. The city hosted a 2-week long Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP) that the whole world eyed, hoping to …