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Govts must play role in curbing climate change

Climatic change is rapidly increasing across the globe and is a matter of major concern worldwide. It's effects can be observed globally wherein we have to deal with severe heat during the day. Subsequently, there was an insurmountable delay of snowfall in the Himalayas and also lack of rainfall in certain parts of the country. However, it's the need of the hour that the successful governments should tackle this issue by implementing projects of sustainable development. As far as 'sustainable development' is concerned, the resources are utilised wisely, in such a way that it benefits everyone. Henceforth, the government, citizens and also the future generation receive the share of benefits in sustainable development. The Goa government which has embarked on achieving climatic goals with 'Blended Finance Facility' in partnership with the World Bank is a stepping stone for such type of 'sustainable development'. This is infact one of its kind and is definitely going to benefit the State of Goa and must be appreciated.



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Tension for consumers over notices on electrical load

AUGUSTUS ALPHONSO, Vasco
Published Feb 22, 2024, 9:23 PM IST
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Lately, the Electricity Dept has been sending notices to many single-phase domestic users regarding an increase in their connected load. For example, one consumer (small family) supposedly exceeded the approved limit of 1.6 kW. This notice has caught consumers off guard, appearing to be a ploy by the Electricity Dept to generate revenue. It's worth noting that these consumers are not newcomers to the system; for years, there has been no such notice issued. It's grossly…

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