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Delhi infamously steals the spotlight every winter for its pollution levels. However, the story is not much different for other parts of the country. Consistently high pollution levels in other cities like Jaipur, Pune, Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Chennai receive less attention in the public discourse and are often ignored. Greenpeace India’s latest report explores the pollution levels in these seven major cities due to Nitrogen dioxide, another pollutant, highlighting its role in exacerbating the air quality and emphasizing on the immediate action that these cities need to take to address the issue. Stay tuned for more details. #AirPollution #CleanAirNow

With cars and two-wheelers being major contributors to PM2.5 pollution, the time to invest in public transport is NOW. Fare-free bus schemes for women are more than economic relief—they’re a step toward climate justice. By prioritising buses over car-centric urban planning, we reduce emissions, improve air quality, and make cities more accessible for all. In states like Delhi, women reported feeling safer in public spaces thanks to more women using fare-free buses. These schemes foster economic participation, cleaner air, and a more inclusive future. Click to read what experts have to say, featuring (in no particular order): Tanmay Takle, Climate Policy Advisor Sanskriti Menon, Senior Programme Director, Centre for Environment Education (CEE) Ranjit Gadgil, Program Director at Parisar, an NGO based in Pune  Poonam Kanojiya, Maharashtra state coordinator of National Alliance of People's Movement  Maya Awasthy, Co-founder of the TWEET Foundation (Transgender Welfare Equity and Empowerment Trust) Jashvitha Dhagey, Writer & Researcher Let’s reimagine our cities for people, not just vehicles. The fight for #MobilityForALL is the fight for a sustainable and equitable tomorrow. #FareFreeFuture #ClimateJustice #SustainableCities #PublicTransport

India is grappling with its air pollution crisis, and Hyundai Motor Company (현대자동차) continues to prioritise polluting vehicles over electric vehicles in the country, directly contributing to the #AirPollutionCrisis. This starkly contrasts with its efforts to push EVs in Europe and South Korea. Why the double standards, Hyundai? India deserves cleaner mobility solutions—not outdated, emission-heavy fossil fuel-dependent mobility. It’s time to align your actions in India with your global #Sustainability claims. For context: Hyundai is India's second-largest automaker, holding 14% of the market share. However, its contributions to the electric vehicle (EV) sector in India remain minimal, with EVs accounting for only a tiny fraction of its sales in 2023 and 2024. While Hyundai has made strides in electrification in North America and Europe, its efforts in India are described as lackluster to nearly nonexistent. Its global carbon neutrality roadmap (targeting 2045) lacks specific electrification goals for India and similar emerging markets—why the double standard?

Eager to learn the essentials of creating impactful climate justice campaigns? This is the right space for you. After the success of the Climate Justice Camp held in Bengaluru, we are hosting the second edition in Hyderabad. The camp aims to help participants with tools to equip themselves to run effective campaigns, while building a sense of community and leadership. Join Benson, an experienced educator, and other fellow community leaders and dive deeper into conversations that drive social movements. Details: •⁠ ⁠Date: December 7 , 2024 (Saturday) •⁠ ⁠Time: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM •⁠ ⁠Venue: Henry Martin Institute, 6-3-128/1, beside National police academy, Hyderabad-500052, Telangana India. •⁠ ⁠Lunch: Provided Registration link: https://bit.ly/3Z4Io9J #ClimateJustice hashtag#ClimateChange hashtag#ClimateJusticeCamp

What an incredible weekend at Climate at the Margins! Over two days, we delved into powerful conversations on the intersections of climate change, gender, caste, and class. From the Gender & Climate Change Talk exploring the compounded impacts of extreme weather on marginalised communities, to intimate Story Circles where community members shared their lived experiences—each session left us with new insights and a deeper resolve for climate justice. The highlight was the digitized version of Museum of Memories, where everyday objects told extraordinary stories of resilience against climate disasters. Together, we engaged in storytelling, shared knowledge, and took a stand for urgent, inclusive climate action. A big thank you to our incredible speakers, participants, and everyone who joined us at MAP Bangalore.Let’s keep the momentum going as we push for a more equitable and sustainable future! Sign the petition : https://bit.ly/3AJZj9t #ClimateAtTheMargins #GreenpeaceIndia #ClimateJustice #GenderEquity #MuseumOfMemories #Storytelling #Intersectionality #BangaloreEvent #GenderandClimate #ClimateChange #StopDrillingStartPaying

Happening Now! Join us for Climate at the Margins—a weekend of impactful conversations and storytelling on climate justice in Bangalore! 🌍💬 Day 1 | Nov 16 | 11 AM - 1 PM Talk: Cross Dialogues: Gender & Climate Change Featuring: apekshita varshney (Founder, HeatWatch India) Bhumika Saraswati (Founder, Unequal Heat) Nandita Shivakumar (Labour Organiser and Campaigner) Amruta S N (Campaigner, Greenpeace India) Dive deep into the compounded challenges faced by marginalised communities during extreme weather events and the urgent need for gender-sensitive climate action. Stay for more! Alongside this talk, explore our Museum of Memories exhibition, join intimate Storycircles, and participate in engaging workshops throughout the weekend. 📍Venue: Museum of Art and Photography (MAP), Bangalore 🎟️ Don't miss it—See you there! #GreenpeaceIndia #MAPBangalore #Greenpeace #ClimateJustice #GenderAndClimate #BangaloreEvents #ClimateChange #Intersectionality #UnequalHeat #MuseumOfMemories #ArtExhibition #StoryCircles

Join us on Nov 16-17 for Climate at the Margins: Gender, Caste, and Class Vulnerabilities at MAP, Bangalore. Explore the first-ever digital exhibit of Museum of Memories and bear witness to lived experiences from India’s frontline communities. We’re asking the real question: Who bears the cost—People or Polluters? What to expect: - Talks: Apekshita Varshney , Bhumika Saraswati, and Nandita Shivakumar discuss the power of storytelling, documentation, and policy advocacy in amplifying climate issues. - Artist Interaction: Sabri Venu will guide us through the revamped Museum of Memories installation at Sasken Digital Gallery. - Community Storytelling: Hear firsthand experiences from representatives of the National Slum Dwellers Federation, Domestic Workers’ Union, and Garment Workers. Workshops and Sessions: Dive deep into exploring the intersections of gender, caste, class, and climate change. We hope to see you there! Let’s talk #Climate! Greenpeace International demands for polluters to #StopDrillingStartPaying. It’s time the fossil fuel industry is held accountable for the damage they have caused to the planet and its people. Join the global action now https://bit.ly/3AJZj9t #Bangalore #ClimateAction #StopDrillingStartPaying #ClimateJustice #MuseumOfMemories #BangaloreEvents #MAPBangalore

Climate at the Margins: Gender, Caste, and Class Vulnerabilities is a series of engagements exploring sensitive storytelling around the climate crisis. What does effective storytelling look like when considering the many dimensions of climate change? Not limited to, but with a focus on the gendered impact of climate change, this series of engagements will present narratives that go beyond statistics, sharing stories that are more attuned to the human experience of the climate crisis. An accompanying programme of talks, workshops, installations, and more will showcase the diverse, multidisciplinary approaches driving impactful storytelling on climate change. These events have been conceptualised and delivered as part of a collaboration with Greenpeace India. We kick off the weekend with a talk featuring Apekshita Varshney (HeatWatch), Bhumika Saraswati (@heat.southasia), and Nandita Shivakumar, who will discuss the role of documentation, storytelling, and policy advocacy in amplifying these issues. On the 17th, we’ll also be joined by Sabari Venu (Meancurry) for an artist interaction, where he will walk us through the Museum of Memories showcase at the Sasken Digital Gallery. apekshita varshney Bhumika Saraswati @museumofartandphotography #MAPBangalore #ArtMuseum #BangaloreEvents #BangaloreMuseum #ThingsToDoBangalore

🌟 What a powerful day at the launch of our report, "Riding the Justice Route: Free Bus Travel as a Step Toward Gender-Just Public Transport in Delhi"! 🚍💫 On October 29, 2024, we unveiled this year-long study, marking five years of Delhi’s free bus travel scheme for women. Our report dives deep into the positives of the scheme—an 88% increase in women’s ridership, a 75% reduction in monthly expenses, and enabling longer travel distances for work and leisure! The report also highlights the ongoing challenges women face—safety concerns, long waits, overcrowding, and a lack of adequate bus infrastructure. The day unfolded with a heartfelt storytelling session by our community campaigners Deepali and Sunita, sharing the lived experiences of women bus users in Delhi. We also held a photo op at multiple spots in the city, showcasing the voices and energy of our volunteer leaders! 📸💪 We then moved into a panel discussion with experts like Prof Geetam Tiwari, Reena Gupta, Mallika Arya, Alisha Dutta, and MLA Dilip Pandey. The panel discussion focused on how this scheme has been performing, the challenges women face, overall bus infrastructural issues, the way forward, and how incentivizing public transport can help Delhi in fighting climate change, air pollution, congestion, etc. There was widespread support for “Right to Public Transport” and how it can help us fight climate change and make our cities sustainable. In our final session, five women commuters shared their day-to-day experiences and recommendations, making the realities of public transport deeply personal. We closed the event with a soulful performance by the Manzil Mystics, filling the room with hope and unity. 🎶✨ Reena Gupta Mallika Arya Alisha Dutta @officeofdilipkpandey Aakiz Farooq Asmita Nandy Ruchi Varma Stay tuned for more updates. Let's keep the momentum going and move towards a #FareFreeFuture for all! 🌿🚌

Join us for our report launch, ‘Riding the Justice Route,’ featuring an inspiring panel discussion with leaders and changemakers across policy, journalism, academia, and advocacy. Together, they’ll share insights and discuss how we can drive meaningful change for a #FareFreeFuture. The panelists will draw from their expertise, and discuss the merits and challenges of Delhi’s Fare-Free Bus Scheme for women and trans passengers. Date: October 29, 2024 Time: 2 PM onwards Venue: Triveni Kala Sangam, New Delhi The day will also comprise of a storytelling and experience sharing session, and will end on a musical note! We hope to see you there! 🙂 Reena Gupta Mallika Arya Alisha Dutta Asmita Nandy Ruchi Varma #DelhiTransport #GenderEquality #Greenpeace #PublicTransport #SocialJustice #DelhiEvents #RidingTheJusticeRoute #FareFreeFuture #MobilityForALL