A Hotter Future Is Certain, but How Hot Is Up to Us.

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10 years after the Paris Agreement, world leaders are letting go of its most famous goal​

This year's U.N. climate negotiations crashed out on a hard truth: It’s all about the money.​

10 years after the Paris Agreement, world leaders are letting go of its most famous goal

At COP30 in Brazil, this year's U.N. climate negotiations crashed out on a hard truth: It’s all about the money.

grist.org

 

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Warm weather and Vinyl maintenance!

“Vinyl softens when exposed to heat. Leave a record in a hot delivery van (or on a sunny doorstep), and it becomes pliable enough to deform under its own weight. The flat disc bends, warps and sets into its new misshapen form as it cools.”

How I flatten vinyl records at home: Pro-Ject Flatten It review | Darko.Audio

The ugly machine that saved three limited edition Orbital 12"s...and more.

darko.audio

 

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COP30: India's delayed action plan raises eyebrows at UN climate summit

India says it has met a key target of its previous climate action plan, but many say it needs to do more.

www.bbc.com

 

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Funerals: From extraordinary to eco-friendly​

Funerals: From extraordinary to eco-friendly – DW – 11/21/2025

Diamonds made from ashes, burial forests, restoring memorials — the ways we say goodbye are growing more diverse. More people want funerals that respect nature, and the trend carries symbolic weight.

www.dw.com

 

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Moving, informative and inspiring. The beautifully created third series “planet earth 3” is now streaming. Worth a watch for those concerned and interested on the issue.

 

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Delhi Brothers Recycle 1 Million Kg of Waste Across 14 Indian Cities

When Vihaan Agarwal’s asthma worsened, he and his brother Nav started ‘OneStepGreener’ to tackle waste burning and improve how Indian cities manage waste.

thebetterindia.com

 

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A highway that can wirelessly charge EVs while you drive?​

https://www.techspot.com/news/110763-florida-building-highway-can-wirelessly-charge-evs-while.html

 

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AI data centres and Climate change

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Bad news for India as US withdraws from 66 international organizations including Solar Alliance, White House release statement, says...

President Trump signed a proclamation ordering the United States to withdraw from 35 non–United Nations bodies and 31 UN-affiliated organizations.

www.india.com

 

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The Battle Over a Global Energy Transition is on Between Petro-States and Electro-States

The energy transition was not meant to be a main topic when world leaders and negotiators met at the 2025 United Nations climate summit, COP30, in November in Belém, Brazil. But it took centre stage from the start to the very end.

thewire.in

 

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This article may give some insight regarding EV batteries.

Service Center Quotes 6 Lakh To Replace 'Failed' Tata Tigor.EV Battery: Start-Up Repairs Battery For Rs. 55,000

A Tata Tigor EV owner saved significantly by opting for battery repair over replacement,paying Rs 55,000 instead of Rs 6 lakh,though concerns remain about third-party EV battery repairs and warranty implications.

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new study shows that EV batteries can last 13 years before showing degradation down to 75% of their original capacity.

How long do electric car batteries last? The updated guide to real-world EV battery health​

Analysis of over 22,700 electric vehicles, covering 21 different vehicle models, confirms that overall, modern EV batteries are robust and built to last beyond a typical vehicle’s service life.​

EV Battery Health: Key Findings from 22,700 Vehicle Data Analysis | Geotab

Analysis of electric vehicle battery health of 22K+ EVs reveals a 2.3% average battery degradation rate. High-power DC fast charging is the top risk factor.

www.geotab.com

 

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new study shows that EV batteries can last 13 years before showing degradation down to 75% of their original capacity.

How long do electric car batteries last? The updated guide to real-world EV battery health​

Analysis of over 22,700 electric vehicles, covering 21 different vehicle models, confirms that overall, modern EV batteries are robust and built to last beyond a typical vehicle’s service life.​

EV Battery Health: Key Findings from 22,700 Vehicle Data Analysis | Geotab

Analysis of electric vehicle battery health of 22K+ EVs reveals a 2.3% average battery degradation rate. High-power DC fast charging is the top risk factor.

www.geotab.com

It would be prudent for the buyer to see them being used under Indian weather, road conditions and serviceability on long term basis.
Technology will definitely evolve. Till then better to go with the tried and tested technology.

 

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new study shows that EV batteries can last 13 years before showing degradation down to 75% of their original capacity.

How long do electric car batteries last? The updated guide to real-world EV battery health​

Analysis of over 22,700 electric vehicles, covering 21 different vehicle models, confirms that overall, modern EV batteries are robust and built to last beyond a typical vehicle’s service life.​

EV Battery Health: Key Findings from 22,700 Vehicle Data Analysis | Geotab

Analysis of electric vehicle battery health of 22K+ EVs reveals a 2.3% average battery degradation rate. High-power DC fast charging is the top risk factor.

www.geotab.com

It would be prudent for the buyer to see them being used under Indian weather & road conditions. Serviceability costs on long term basis is yet to be seen. Availability of charging stations are in it's infancy & assuming with longer charging times.
Technology will surely evolve for the betterment. Till then better to go with the tried and tested technology.

 

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Norway's electric vehicle (EV) sales are overwhelmingly dominant, reaching nearly 96% of all new car registrations in 2025, with December hitting 98%

Norway is Oil producer and petroleum exports is a big part of their economy.

It would be prudent for anyone planning to buy a new car to consider EVs seriously too. The 450 km on a single charge is similar to the range on a full tank of petrol or diesel in most cars. Fast charger networks are available on many highways (15 minutes to 80% charge. With far fewer moving parts ac compared to a ICE car the service costs and parts replacement costs are also lower.
The oil industry and the countries and individuals who profit from it are fighting hard to maintain the status quo. But the shift is still happening despite their best efforts.

 

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Norway's electric vehicle (EV) sales are overwhelmingly dominant, reaching nearly 96% of all new car registrations in 2025, with December hitting 98%

Norway is Oil producer and petroleum exports is a big part of their economy.

It would be prudent for anyone planning to buy a new car to consider EVs seriously too. The 450 km on a single charge is similar to the range on a full tank of petrol or diesel in most cars. Fast charger networks are available on many highways (15 minutes to 80% charge. With far fewer moving parts ac compared to a ICE car the service costs and parts replacement costs are also lower.
The oil industry and the countries and individuals who profit from it are fighting hard to maintain the status quo. But the shift is still happening despite their best efforts.

EV's may be conducive and widely used in Norway. But in India, it may take a while to embrace EV's fully owing to certain local factors here including hot weather condition. In fact certain countries provide subsidies in one way or the other to encourage EV buyers.
True, the OPEC will fight hard against their diminishing dominance. Hopefully the people should ideally benefit in the end due to advancement in technology with minimum damage to the environment in this profit driven world.

 

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On the topic of subsidies for EVs

https://e-amrit.niti.gov.in/electric-vehicle-incentives