NEERI
Water pollution a local issue: Leaders
A civic official said that the incidents of contamination levels could be further reduced when the water supply shifts to a 24x7 system.
‘Slums, gaothans need clean water too’
Experts applaud BMC, but point out water quality is not same everywhere.
Noise ATMs to curb honking in Maharashtra cities
The institution has been working on the machines ever since its study discovered that honking adds up to five decibels to noise pollution.
Sivakasi units can produce ‘green crackers’: Panel to SC
The Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation was also asked to give its opinion on the development of green crackers.
Noise ATM to tackle excessive honking
The suggestion includes installing a device as a signal, also known as ATM, which will not allow a vehicle to exceed the number of time it can honk.
Metro noise harms health, says NEERI
The report said that while the construction noise may not pose a serious health risk to people it could affect their quality of life.
Mumbai among Maha cities with noisiest peak hrs: Study
The study was conducted by recording noise levels while using cycles across 1,500 locations in Mumbai.
‘City’s traffic management needs to be improved’
To curb the soaring noise levels in the city, NEERI has recommended few suggestions.
Mumbai noisier on non-working days?
The major reason for higher decibel levels is honking.
NEERI finds solution to unclog city drains
The research institute proposes in-situ treatment of nullahs via natural means to give them new lease of life.