Our collaborative report with the National Hawkers Federation delves into the impact of extreme heat on street vendors in Delhi. Examining the lived experiences during heatwaves, we uncover how extreme temperatures affect work environments, health risks, financial capabilities & productivity of street vendors. Through this study, we highlight the urgent need for interventions to safeguard the well-being of Delhi’s street vendor community amidst escalating climate challenges.
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Set up your own Cooling Point. Join #DelhiRising
Heat doesn’t discriminate, but relief often does. As temperatures soar across the city, community-driven cooling points are becoming a vital lifeline. Whether you’re a resident group, youth collective, school, or…
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Witness 4.24
2024: A Year of Impact From heatwaves and floods to rising inequality, 2024 reminded us why an intersectional climate justice movement is more urgent than ever. At Greenpeace India, we stood with communities to demand clean air, better public transport, and bold climate action.
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We Will Not Let Them Not Work That Easily
Dwarka Forest has long stood as one of Delhi’s unique stretches of nature. Unique in the sense that this particular patch is not a remnant of some sacred grove, protected…
Discussion
Overall, the "Heat Havoc" report effectively conveys the multifaceted impacts of extreme heat and the need for coordinated efforts to safeguard public health, protect the environment, and support economic stability.