Scientist Rebellion India

If individuals do it, it is the cause of air pollution, but when the government does it through incinerators, this is called an innovative and state-of-the-art way of waste management...

Greater Chennai Corporation do #SayNoToincinerator #AirPollution #WaterPollution

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Thanks to Foundation for Friendly Environment and Medical Awareness (FEMA) for collaborating with us...

#ClimateAction #ClimateChange #EnvironmentalJustice

On May 14, 2025, India's Centre for Science and Environment a striking statistic: weather extremes have resulted in 35,000 deaths in India over the past two decades. This data emphasises the severe human toll of climate change in the country.

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“There are many IPCC authors who are activists in their non-IPCC life.”

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www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/sci...

🌍 As the climate crisis intensifies, should scientists stick to research or engage in activism? Some say focus on science, but data alone may not drive change. In high-risk regions like India, public communication and advocacy are crucial to shaping policy and building resilience. #ClimateAction

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The dialogue on the ill effects of environmental crimes is still not gaining public attention. Most governments have laws to protect the environment, but their implementation is visibly lacking. Here is an intro on environmental crime: x.com/ENV_ASP/stat...

#endENVcrime #ClimateAction #SciRebIND

One more example: Those who can afford luxury exacerbate global warming!

Religious beliefs outweigh environmental concerns for individuals who can afford luxury.

#GlobalWarming #ClimateChange #SciRebIND

A snapshot from the Tamil Nadu Climate Change Mission document which talks about the important of agriculture especially in Kancheepuram district. Link to the document: https://cms.tngreencompany.com/uploads/CCM_Document_29527c209a.pdf

An illustration by Varghese Kallada provides a map-based depiction of the proposed area to be acquired for the greenfield airport, including village boundaries, wetlands, and water bodies.

Contradiction in action: The #TamilNadu #ClimateChange Mission predicts decreasing soil moisture in #Kancheepuram district from 2040-2070. Yet, a greenfield #airport is proposed, requiring acquisition of 13 villages rich in water bodies and agricultural fields. #Parandur
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Nearly 2,000 people—incl. dozens of IPCC authors—have signed our open letter urging the public to engage in climate action.

Help us get to 2k & beyond by adding your signature today as a scientist, academic, or ally! scientistrebellion.org/sign/

Because HowMuchMore time to act do we think we have?

FOAA Online: Resource for Litigation and Advocacy

This resource by ICNL Alliance offers readily available legal reasoning that can be utilised by lawyers & activists to safeguard and advance the rights to associate and assemble peacefully. For #ScientistRebellion this resource can be instrumental.
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India is unsafe for environmentalists, according to the recent report by Global Witness. Colombia and the Philippines had the highest number of deaths. As usual, here is the thoughtful cartoon by Rohan Chakravarty.
#Environmentalism #GreenHumour #SRIndia

Exploring the impact of climate change through the lens of humour and art, by Rohan Chakravarty (www.greenhumour.com) ‘Green Humour’ comics are a beacon of creativity and awareness. From wisecracking animals to satirical takes on government failures, these cartoons offer a unique perspective.

Engineering solutions alone won’t suffice for the #ChennaiClimateActionPlan @chennaicorp. @ashankarprakash writes in @timesofindia for @CAGChennai, urging the inclusion of climate justice adaptation measures for a more holistic approach.
#ClimateAction #ClimateJustice #Science #SciRebIND

Inside Odisha's Crackdown on Adivasis: Bauxite Mining, UAPA, and Forest Act In Odisha's Bauxite belt, Adivasis are allegedly being arrested and tortured for protesting mining operations that threaten their land and livelihood.

#AdivasiRights
Despite intimidation by the state apparatus, the Adivasis (Indigenous People) of Odisha (India) remain determined in their fight against bauxite mining on their land.
#OdishaMining #SciRebIND
www.thequint.com/news/india/o...
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#WasteToEnergy
If we go by SCIENCE, it is prudent to devise ways to MINIMISE WASTE GENERATION. However, the Chennai Corporation is primarily planning to resort to DIRTY INCINERATORS to MANAGE WASTE, even though existing ones in India are failing.
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#StifledDissent

The Narendra Modi-headed Union govt shut down the #We20 Peoples’ Summit, which was organised by over 70 civil society organisations, led by WG on International Financial Institutions, to analyse the implications & outcome of the upcoming #G20 Summit.
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#StopAdaniSavePulicat
Adani Kattupalli Port is proposed to expand from 330 to 6,111 acres, with nearly 2,000 acres reclaimed by dumping dredged sand into the sea. This could have serious repercussions on the coastal ecosystem and local communities!!!
#StopAdaniSaveChennai

As time runs out, inaction is leading to global boiling and catastrophic climate and environmental consequences. In the face of such a crisis, civil disobedience by scientists is justified. We must #UniteAgainstClimateFailure #ClimateEmergency #SciRebIND