JK Policy Institute
A country can be considered to be on a sustainable path if it can maintain its standard of living without depleting its natural resources or otherwise degrading the environment, for example, by polluting or not managing waste well. In that spirit, SDG target 12.2 aims to achieve sustainable management and efficient use of natural resources by 2030.
Countries have demonstrated it is possible to achieve economic growth without depleting natural resources: on average, countries have increased the value of their natural capital by 26.8 percent since the mid-1990s. Yet, for many countries, economic growth continues to come at the expense of natural resources.
In the SDG framework, the responsibility to ensure sustainable production and consumption patterns is shared by governments, the private sector, and citizens.
The Himalayan region is home to a vast network of natural springs, essential for sustaining millions of people and ecosystems. These springs serve as crucial lifelines in the region’s water…
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Introduction: Around 2013, Doodhpathri, a bowl-shaped valley in the Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas, located in the Budgam district, was introduced to the tourism map. Over the years, this…
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Abstract Climate change poses a significant threat to traditional livelihoods worldwide, and the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir is no exception. This research article explores the multifaceted impacts of…
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In 2022, the United Nations General Assembly declared 2026 as the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists to preserve and enhance the livelihoods of nomads, semi-nomads, and pastoralists. The Food…
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Resources are invaluable assets that sustain life on Earth, differing in their utility. They can be broadly categorized as renewable and non-renewable resources. Renewable resources are inexhaustible and capable of…
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Introduction The United Nations declared 2024 as the International Year of Camelids. Camelids are key to the livelihoods of millions of households in hostile environments across over 90 countries, particularly…
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Photo Credit: Faheem Qadri/WCF People know the Kashmir Valley for numerous reasons. Some are drawn to its lakes, while others are captivated by its mountains. Despite its fame for various…
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In a time marked by prominent environmental issues, the concept of sustainable resource management has emerged as a beacon of hope amidst the looming threat of climate change. The urgency…
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Climate change is an unprecedented global threat that requires immediate attention and coordinated action worldwide. Rising temperatures, sea-level rise, and adverse weather conditions are all effects of climate change that…
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Forests play a significant role in preserving biodiversity, balancing the ecological system, and helping in reducing the adverse impacts of climate change. From supplying oxygen to acting as carbon sequestration,…
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Rice, a dietary cornerstone for half of the global population, has provided sustenance for millions over centuries, spanning continents from Asia to Africa. However, the spectre of climate change has…
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How Sustainable Solutions Transform the Well-being of Mothers and Communities. The relationship between clean energy and maternal health is a subject of increasing importance as countries around the world are…
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