The essential support systems at CSTEP, including Human Resources, Information Technology, Administration, Finance, and Communication and Policy Engagement teams, keep the organisation running smoothly. These teams work together to provide a robust foundation for CSTEP's research and policy engagement efforts. Their collective aim is to create an efficient, collaborative environment that drives the organisation's mission forward.
Scientific approaches to air pollution are helping us save lives
It has been a slow journey, but the pace of air pollution studies is now picking up, and with it, our ability to save lives. Several nations have established standards to monitor air pollution and ensure that it remains within limits. Scientific understanding of various pollutants and their effect on human health has helped us develop ideal standards for safer and good quality air. In 2021, WHO revised the standards for pollution levels after research suggested that even small amounts of pollutants were detrimental to our health.
Can Active Mobility Revive the Garden City?
Vehicles contribute to around 68% of Bengaluru's particulate matter of 10 microns or less (PM10) emissions. The Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy’s (CSTEP’s) study indicates that PM10 could increase by at least 12% by 2024 compared with the 2019 levels if we do not implement immediate measures.
Policy Matters [April-June 2022]
A monthly newsletter featuring CSTEP commentary, publications, events, and other developments.
Annual Report 2021-2022
Here is the CSTEP Annual Report for 2021-2022.
Giving Earth a Helping Hand
We are witnessing the first signs of the climate crisis. While the word ‘crisis’ should jolt us awake, here’s another statistic: 75% of 10,000 youngsters reported that they thought the future is ‘frightening’. These are the findings of a study, published by The Lancet Planetary Health, which included respondents from Australia, Brazil, Finland, France, India, Nigeria, Philippines, Portugal, the UK, and the USA. More than 50% of the respondents reported feeling sad, anxious, angry, powerless, helpless, and guilty.
Let’s Do the Don’ts First
Year after year, the many days marked for environmental awareness push for concrete actions to protect our planet.
Rather than jumping on the ‘Go Green’ bandwagon and hastily considering the on-the-horizon (and sometimes even the in-the-pipeline) options, it would be simpler to start off with correcting the wrong we are doing—by giving up the habits that are bad for the environment. This would be quicker too, which is crucial given the time we have for arresting or limiting environmental damage and climate change.
The Challenges of Communicating Policy & How Stories Rescue Us
- The problem: It’s often not easy to explain what ‘policy’ is and why it matters.
- Why it matters: To participate in policy decision-making – the foundation of any democracy – citizens need to understand what’s at play.
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