GMOs in Bangladesh: Insect-resistant eggplant a sustainability success. Here’s how the country can safeguard its progress

In the seven years since Bangladesh approved its first genetically modified crop — insect-resistant eggplant (Bt brinjal) — the number of farmers growing it has increased from just 20 to well over 60,000. This figure includes only farmers who have obtained seeds from formal sources. The actual number of farmers growing Bt eggplant is likely […]

ED: Coal is not the future — time to focus on renewables

Shifting away from coal is not only desirable, but absolutely necessary in these times In spite of being detrimental to environment, coal has long been seen as the most affordable option to meet our energy goals. As a nation with ambitious growth targets, our energy needs are tremendous, and in this pursuit for growth, sustainability […]

OP-ED: How can we design cities for the future?

We need to think about climate change, sustainability, equality Imagining future cities has long been a favourite activity for architects, artists, and designers. Technology is often central in these schemes — it appears as a dynamic and seemingly unstoppable force, providing a neat solution to society’s problems. But our recent research has suggested that we need […]