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A Poisoned Chalice: Curious case of glamour and deterioration of Punjab post Green Revolution

The Environmental Blog

It gave rise to an era of unprecedented groundwater pumping fueled by free and subsidized electricity. Soon Punjab started facing a new gamut of problems like deteriorating soil health, pest-infested crops and over exploitation of ground water resulting in disastrous consequences. samples analysed.

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What Is B Corp? B Corp Certification Guide + Quick Assessment

Green Business Bureau

The minimum wage is not enough to meet the basic needs of employees – to cover housing, energy, food, and childcare costs. Monitor and evaluate the plan. Monitor and evaluate the policy to ensure it’s meeting the needs of your employees and your business. Monitor participation rates, and assess employee feedback.

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The US is about to go all-in on paying farmers and foresters to trap carbon

Grist

If his soil could be healthier, his crop yield higher, his profit margins wider, he makes it happen. He had already sowed many of his fields with cover crops — not for harvest but to improve soil health and capture carbon dioxide through photosynthesis — and he expanded his use of them. Grainfill Creative.

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