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New Indian Express
4 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Sterlite supporters want copper plant reopened
THOOTHUKUDI: Supporters of the closed Sterlite Copper plant met Thoothukudi Collector K Elambahavath on Wednesday, urging him to recommend reopening the facility, after experts proposed copper production using eco-friendly techno-logies. The proposal, prepared by former ICT Vice Chancellor Ganapati D Yadav and retired Anna University professor R Nagendran, recommends producing 70% copper from concentrate and 30% from recycled copper to reduce slag and emissions. It avoids production of phosphoric acid in the process, and sourcing water from desalination and Sewage Treatment Plant (STP). Members from various associations, including the Thoothukudi Livelihood Protection Federation, Industrial Suppliers Association, and the local traders, fishermen, and villagers, supported a hybrid production model. Supporter Ganesan said the hybrid model is sustainable and would boost Thoothukudi's economy. He urged the collector to consider and recommend the proposal to the state government. They claimed this method would minimize pollution and restore lost jobs for contractors, lorry operators, and others in the industrial chain. The Vedanta's Sterlite Copper plant was shut in 2018 following protests over environmental violations that led to the death of 15 civilians in police firing.
Indian Express
23-06-2025
- Science
- Indian Express
Prof Ganapati D Yadav selected for ‘Paryavaran Bhushan' award
Renowned engineering scientist Professor Ganapati D Yadav has been selected for the prestigious 'Paryavaran Bhushan' award, which will be jointly presented by the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) and the Environmental Club of India in July. Prof Yadav, former Vice Chancellor of the Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT), Mumbai, currently serves as the National Science Chair under the Government of India. He is also a Bhatnagar Fellow, the highest distinction awarded by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). The 'Paryavaran Bhushan' award celebrates individuals who have made outstanding contributions to environmental protection. Prof Yadav's selection underscores his lifelong dedication to green science and his impact on the global push for sustainability. Prof Yadav is recognised globally for his pioneering work in green hydrogen, circular economy, and carbon dioxide valorisation — key domains driving the global pursuit of net-negative energy transition and sustainable development. Prof Yadav's research has played a critical role in advancing sustainable energy solutions. With over 150 national and international accolades, awards, fellowships and distinctions, Prof Yadav is one of the most decorated engineering scientists in India.
Time of India
22-06-2025
- Science
- Time of India
LITU chairman Ganpati Yadav to get ‘Paryavaran Bhushan' Award
1 2 3 Nagpur: Eminent chemical engineering scientist Professor Ganapati D Yadav, Laxminarayan Innovation Technological University (LITU) Board of Governnance (BOG) chairman and former vice-chancellor of the Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT), Mumbai, and currently National Science Chair of the Govt of India, has been selected for the prestigious 'Paryavaran Bhushan' Award. The award will be jointly conferred by the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) and the Environmental Club of India in July 2025. Prof Yadav, who also holds the esteemed position of Bhatnagar Fellow, the highest honour of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), is widely acclaimed for his pioneering contributions in the areas of green hydrogen, circular economy, and carbon dioxide valorisation — key domains driving the global pursuit of net-negative energy transition and sustainable development. With over 150 national and international accolades, awards, fellowships, and distinctions, Prof Yadav is one of the most decorated engineering scientists in India. His groundbreaking research continues to inspire innovation and policy in environmental protection and green energy.
