Category: Agriculture
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Global Decarbonisation Potential of Agri-Residue-Derived Bioethanol
The transition to low-carbon energy systems necessitates the rapid decarbonisation of the transportation sector, which accounts for nearly one-fifth of global CO₂ emissions. Second-generation (2G) bioethanol, produced from agricultural residues such as rice straw, corn stover, and sugarcane bagasse, offers a promising, sustainable alternative to fossil fuels, with the added advantage of circumventing the food-versus-fuel…
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Nitrogen in a Carbon-Centric World: The Omnipresent yet Invisible Pollutant
When we think of climate change, carbon often takes centre stage. It is no surprise given its direct and visible impact on global warming. But what if I told you that another element, nitrogen, contributes to climate change and leads to environmental pollution, yet it remains largely overlooked? In the words of Mark Sutton, an…
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The Variation in Adoption of GM Crops across Different Countries: Featuring QnA with Prof. Kent J. Bradford, UC Davis
We find GMOs physically present in farmers’ fields, supermarkets and based on where you live, on the carts of vegetable vendors. Today, however, GMOs have made their way symbolically in addressing pressing global issues, and rhetorically in scientific and policy circles, public discourses and comment sections on social media platforms. Due to the intricate nature…
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Farming for the Future: How Innovation is Key to Achieving Food Security in India
As of early 2023, the Indian population is all set to become the largest in the world, clocking a whopping 1.41 billion. India has enjoyed steady economic growth in recent years and has been able to achieve self-sufficiency in grain production. Despite this, high levels of malnutrition, poverty and food insecurity continue to haunt the…
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