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A Panoramic View On Rural Energy Consumption, M Manimegalai Ph.D., S. Seethalakshmi Ph.D.
A Panoramic View On Rural Energy Consumption, M Manimegalai Ph.D., S. Seethalakshmi Ph.D.
International Review of Business and Economics
Energy consumption is an index of economic development energy is essential to ensure adequate and sustained supply for energy sector of the economy. The rural energy consumption pattern is divided into agricultural operation domestic activities, living and industry. Rural energy consumption influences the standard of living of the people in rural areas. India is the largest energy consumer in the world. In India, out of 121crs of populations, 80crs of people living rural areas and affordability are vitally our country keep its pace of development.
Global Climate Change And Its Impact On Indian Products: A Study On Patanjali Ayurved Limited, Sundari Suresh Ph.D., C. Vijai Ph.D.
Global Climate Change And Its Impact On Indian Products: A Study On Patanjali Ayurved Limited, Sundari Suresh Ph.D., C. Vijai Ph.D.
International Review of Business and Economics
A decade ago Patanjali Ayurveda came with an influential dialogue “no chemicals & swadeshi alternative”. In a very few months, Patanjali has become a prime household name. Today, Patanjali Ayurveda Limited is as one of the main players in the Indian FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) company, and blindly trusted by the people across the country. Patanjali has now become the most prestigious brand in India and has a turnover of more than 2,000 crore in a very short span of time. Patanjali Ayurveda is offering the entire range of FMCG products such as food, grocery, nutrition, hair care, skin …
Tackling Formidable Industrial Pollution By Sophisticated And Eco- Friendly Technology, Aboobacker Sadiq E
Tackling Formidable Industrial Pollution By Sophisticated And Eco- Friendly Technology, Aboobacker Sadiq E
International Review of Business and Economics
The contemporary environmental awareness has emerged primarily from the concerns in the late 19th century about protection of the countrysideinEuropeandthewildernessinthe United States and also from the health-issues ensuing the pollution during historic industrial revolution, took place in Britain in the 18th century. Its profound aftermaths such as climate change, urbanization, pollution and over- mining, etc. are challenging even the human existence, although there are certain benefits. It is no exaggeration to say that pollution will be a biggest cause of premature death since the estimations conclude that by 2050 there will be about 3.6 million deaths a year, most of …
Air Pollution In India – Causes, Effects And Solutions, K. R. Devaraj
Air Pollution In India – Causes, Effects And Solutions, K. R. Devaraj
International Review of Business and Economics
Air is the necessary for the very existence of human beings, animals and plants that appeared on the earth. However, due to the rapid growth of population and technology the air was polluted day by day. In 2011, India’s Central Pollution Control Board had presented the report according to which 180 cities in India had particulate matter six times more than the permissible limit set by the World Health Organization in the air. Vehicles, biomass burning, fuel tarnishing are few of the major causes of air pollution in India. The problem of air pollution is so big that we cannot …
Environmental Hazards And Its Impact On Human Health, G. Geetha Ph.D., S. Dhanasekaran Ph.D.
Environmental Hazards And Its Impact On Human Health, G. Geetha Ph.D., S. Dhanasekaran Ph.D.
International Review of Business and Economics
This paper provides the insight view about the environmental hazards and its impact on human health. Environmental hazards means every type of disorder that occur in the environment .Hazards can present themselves to us in various media e.g. air, water. The influence they can exert on our health is very complex and may be modulated by our genetic makeup, psychological factors and by our perceptions of the risks that they present. Every year thousands of deaths are reported because of environmental hazards. Environmental hazards can affect a particular organ or body system, directly damaging it or leading to further complications. …
An Analysis Of Air Pollution And Human Health Effects, R. Shanmuga Priya
An Analysis Of Air Pollution And Human Health Effects, R. Shanmuga Priya
International Review of Business and Economics
Hazardous chemicals escape to the environment by a number of natural and/or anthropogenic activities and may cause adverse effects on human health and the environment. Increased combustion of fossil fuels in the last century is responsible for the progressive change in the atmospheric composition. Air pollutants, such as carbon monoxide (CO), sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), volatile organic compounds (VOCs), ozone (O3), heavy metals, and respirable particulate matter, differ in their chemical composition, reaction properties,emission, time of disintegration and ability to diffuse in long or short distances. Air pollution has both acute and chronic effects on human health, affecting …
Climate Resilient Green Economy: Prospects, R. Ragapriya Ph.D., D. Rudrappan
Climate Resilient Green Economy: Prospects, R. Ragapriya Ph.D., D. Rudrappan
International Review of Business and Economics
A new political climate has grown in many countries around the world, thanks to the strong base in science and widening public awareness of climate change and its risks. Clean energy revolution has been taking place all over the developed countries, underscored by the steady expansion of the renewable energy sector. The adoption of Renewable Energy Technologies (RETs) constituted a win-win situation, as renewable is not only green and job-generating, but also sustainable with a higher environmental benefit. Renewable fuels such as wind, solar, biomass, tides, and geothermal are inexhaustible, indigenous and are often free as a resource. They just …
Impact Of Environmental Pollutions And Waste Management, A. Kaveri, S. Dhanasekaran Ph.D.
Impact Of Environmental Pollutions And Waste Management, A. Kaveri, S. Dhanasekaran Ph.D.
International Review of Business and Economics
This paper will discuss the problem of environmental pollution and waste management. Everything that surrounds us is directly or indirectly connected to the environment. Not only the man, but also other living beings as well as the nature (volcanic eruptions, earthquakes) have effects on environmental pollution. Environmental pollution is present from the very beginning of life, but today it is a serious problem that threatens the survival of mankind. During the preparation of scientific research, we noticed a problem: “What is the influence of the waste management on the environment?” Today, every person living on planet Earth is worried about …
Energy Resources And Its Present Use In India, S. Manjula
Energy Resources And Its Present Use In India, S. Manjula
International Review of Business and Economics
Energy is an essential ingredient for human life on earth. It is used in all activities of society, for preparing meals, making cloth, building house, industries and other activities. Human beings require energy at an increasing rate for their sustenance and well-being. The present study is an attempt to understand the details with types of energy use in India. The largest energy source is coal, followed by petroleum and traditional biomass. According to the 2011 Census, the household-level data indicates that only 55.3 per cent of rural homes used electricity as the primary source for lighting. Energy access, with about …
A Prospect Evolvement Of Household Expenditure On Water Supply For Health Benifits In Chennai, R. Vijaya Bavani
A Prospect Evolvement Of Household Expenditure On Water Supply For Health Benifits In Chennai, R. Vijaya Bavani
International Review of Business and Economics
Due to rapid urbanization, especially in developing countries such as India, has affected the availability and quality of groundwater is contaminated, its quality cannot be restored by stopping the pollutants from the source. The common pollutants of groundwater are discharge of agricultural, domestic, and industrial waste, pesticides, etc., which leads to water-borne diseases. Water-diseases may be of microbial origin such as diarrhoea, dysentery, cholera and typhoid and chemical origin such as fluorosis and methemoglobinemia, therefore, in order to consume the quality water people need to spend more on water supply as other household expenditure, such as: food, clothing, housing (rent), …
Biodiversity Tools For Boosting Immune System Of Homosapiens:An In Vitro Study Of Abutilon Indicium Leaves, R. Raj Bharath
Biodiversity Tools For Boosting Immune System Of Homosapiens:An In Vitro Study Of Abutilon Indicium Leaves, R. Raj Bharath
International Review of Business and Economics
Climate change is attributed directly or indirectly to human activity that alters the compositions of the global atmosphere. Human beings are both agents and victims of environmental change. Therefore, climate change is the main reason for the environmental challenge that the world faces today. To overcome these negative impact on human health, biodiversity has given powerful tools and healing powers in the form of plants and herbs for boosting human body’s immune system which keeps homosapiens finally strong, hale and healthy. Many complex diseases including heart problems require long and expensive treatment which common man in developing countries cannot afford. …
A Study On Air Pollution And Environmental Challenges In Chennai City, R. Dhanalakshmi Ph.D.
A Study On Air Pollution And Environmental Challenges In Chennai City, R. Dhanalakshmi Ph.D.
International Review of Business and Economics
Environmental pollution is a severe issue in both developed and developing countries. Pollution is defined undesirable state of natural environment being contaminated with harmful substances as a consequence of human activities. There is clear relationship between the growth manmade green house gas emissions and observed environmental climate change are claimed by policymakers. The most important causes of air pollution are human economic activities such as use of vehicles and industrial operations mainly in Chennai city. Air pollution is various types such as noise, water, air. It causes damages that are normally inflicted in society at large rather than on those …
Impact Of Air Pollution In Tamil Nadu, A. Premkumar, V. Vinoth
Impact Of Air Pollution In Tamil Nadu, A. Premkumar, V. Vinoth
International Review of Business and Economics
This paper outlines the impact of air pollution in Tamil Nadu. Air pollution is the any form of solid, liquid and gaseous substance present in the atmosphere that may or tend to be injurious to human beings, other living creatures, plants, property or the environment in general. Air pollution is probably one of the most serious environmental problems confronting our civilization today. Most often, it is caused by human activitiessuch as mining, construction, transportation, industrial work, agriculture, smelting, etc. However, natural processes such as volcanic eruptions and wildfires may also pollute the air, but their occurrence is rare and they …
A Comparative Analysis Of Solid Waste Management In Rural And Urban Areas Of Tamil Nadu, R. Karthikeyan Ph.D., S. Usha Rani Ph.D.
A Comparative Analysis Of Solid Waste Management In Rural And Urban Areas Of Tamil Nadu, R. Karthikeyan Ph.D., S. Usha Rani Ph.D.
International Review of Business and Economics
This paper will discuss the problem of environmental pollution and waste management. Everything that surrounds us is directly or indirectly connected to the environment. Not only the man, but also other living beings as well as the nature (volcanic erupti
Climate Change: Coping Strategies For A Sustainable Future In India, S. Amerjothy Ph.D., Raj Bharath R. Ph.D., Rudrappan D.
Climate Change: Coping Strategies For A Sustainable Future In India, S. Amerjothy Ph.D., Raj Bharath R. Ph.D., Rudrappan D.
International Review of Business and Economics
Today, human race faces many threats but none is greater than the climate challenge. I quote Ban Ki-moon, the Secretary General of UN, “ climate change does not respect borders; it does not respect who you are-rich and, the poor, small and big. Therefore, this is what we call ‘ global challenges’ which require global solidarity”-co-operation and collaboration among all people and all governments of the world. Our globe, is a world of looming climate challenges. Climate change is happening here and happening now. Hence, human beings should not become architects of their own destruction. With the available knowledge and …
Environmental Hazards And Its Impact On Human Health – A Study, V. N. Parthiban Ph.D.
Environmental Hazards And Its Impact On Human Health – A Study, V. N. Parthiban Ph.D.
International Review of Business and Economics
In the name of progress or growth of industries, the business community has encouraged the coming up of the various industries using all sorts of chemicals mainly causing health problems to the human society. If any sensitive person raises any question about the health hazards that the science has brought in, the Government responds by various legislations, rules and regulations, guidelines and claims that these laws and rules would control and protect the health of the people. In this context, it should be emphasised here that every State in India is responsible for assuring and guaranteeing hygienic atmosphere and provide …
Rainfall And Its Impact On Maize Yield, A. S. Kalaivani Ph.D., M. Ramesh Ph.D.
Rainfall And Its Impact On Maize Yield, A. S. Kalaivani Ph.D., M. Ramesh Ph.D.
International Review of Business and Economics
The present study is to analyze the impact of rainfall on maize yield in Cuddalore district based on ten years data (2005-2006 to 2014- 2015). The study conducted with the objective of relationship between area, production, actual rainfall, and maize yield in the study area. The results of the study reveal that actual rainfall adversely affects maize productivity, while the effect of actual rainfall is maximum negative and no significant for maize crops.
Environmental Accounting And Management, C. Sivakkolundu Ph.D.
Environmental Accounting And Management, C. Sivakkolundu Ph.D.
International Review of Business and Economics
There is a worldwide debate on the issue of environmental management, stemming from a flow of evidence about ecological degradation caused by economic development. Now, due to cost pressures, customer awareness, supply chain relations and activities of environmental campaigners encourage the companies to go for environmental initiatives. The society particularly from developed countries highly concern about the impacts on the quality of their life due to the pollution of air, land and water. To evaluate the applicability of the proposed five stages framework for Environmental Management System.
Fundamentals Of Power Generation, Sundara M. Kavidass Ph.D.
Fundamentals Of Power Generation, Sundara M. Kavidass Ph.D.
International Review of Business and Economics
The objective of this fundamentals of power generation article is to create an awareness of various method of power generation to students. This paper aims to highlight proven technologies that are being used worldwide
Impact Of Climate Changes On Tourism Development In India, S. Sendil Kumar Ph.D., Anantha Babu V. Ph.D.
Impact Of Climate Changes On Tourism Development In India, S. Sendil Kumar Ph.D., Anantha Babu V. Ph.D.
International Review of Business and Economics
Eco tourism, also known as ecological tourism, is travel to natural areas to appreciate the cultural and natural history of the environment, while not disturbing the integrity of the ecosystem and creating economic opportunities that make conservation and protection of natural resources advantageous to local people. Ecotourism also minimizes wastage and the environmental impact through sensitized tourists. Tourists look for an ecologically clean, non-polluted and unharmed natural environment to make their trip or vacation, so tourist activities take place mostly in ecologically clean territories. The existence of any ecological problem in a territory – pollution with hard waste materials, water …
Challenges Of Climate Change On Human Health, Sharon P.R., S. Seethalakshmi Ph.D.
Challenges Of Climate Change On Human Health, Sharon P.R., S. Seethalakshmi Ph.D.
International Review of Business and Economics
Climate change is the biggest global health threat of the 21st century. Climate change is adversely affecting the human health. Maximum impact of global warming and climate change will be seen on underdeveloped and developing countries like India. In Indian context the implications of climate change are broadly classified into rising sea levels, increasing CO2 levels, rising temperatures and extreme weather conditions. Climate change affects the human health in various ways. In developing countries like India, the health sector and the infrastructural facilities are very weak. The impact of the human activity on climate system is the most serious environmental …
To Determine The Acute Toxicity Pesticide Of Malathion And Metabolic Activities And Respiratory Responses In Freshwater Fish Labeo Rohita, S. Nazerath Nisha, B. Geetha
To Determine The Acute Toxicity Pesticide Of Malathion And Metabolic Activities And Respiratory Responses In Freshwater Fish Labeo Rohita, S. Nazerath Nisha, B. Geetha
International Review of Business and Economics
The water pollution of aquatic environment with wide array of pesticides has become a menace to the aquatic flora and fauna. The organophosphorus pesticide malathion has been widely used in agriculture for several crops such as paddy, cotton and vegetables to control serious insects and mites. These chemicals cause severe damage to aquatic ecosystem especially to fishes. The main aim and objective of present study is to evaluate the impact on protein and glycogen in fingerlings of Labeo rohita an economically important Indian major carp. The 96 hrs LC50 value of malathion for L.rohita was 9.0 ml/L. No mortality was …
Externality Of Water Pollution And Its Impact On Human Health, Suresh B. Ph.D.
Externality Of Water Pollution And Its Impact On Human Health, Suresh B. Ph.D.
International Review of Business and Economics
Water is one of the natural resources which is essential to sustain life. Water pollution is any chemicals, physical or biological that changes the quality of water and has harmful effects on any living organism that uses it. When humans drink polluted water, it often has serious affects on their health. The objective of the study is 1) to evaluate the nature of the ground water in study area, 2) to study the Socio-economic characteristics of the respondents, 3) to examine the awareness of the respondents about the water pollution, and to find out the methods to control the ill …
Impact Of Air Pollution On Human Health, K. Suresh, N. Palaniraj Ph.D.
Impact Of Air Pollution On Human Health, K. Suresh, N. Palaniraj Ph.D.
International Review of Business and Economics
Among the most pressing of today’s environmental issues is the pollution of air. Air is the breath of life, yet there many kinds of air pollution contributing to problems that range from human health issues to climate change. Air pollution can be defined as the presence of toxic chemicals or compounds in the air, at levels that pose a health risk. In an even broader sense, air pollution means the presence of chemicals or compounds in the air which usually not present and which lower the quality of the air or cause detrimental changes to the quality of life. Air …
Global Warming And Environmental Imbalance, Rakesh A. Joshi Ph.D., Falguni S. Vyas
Global Warming And Environmental Imbalance, Rakesh A. Joshi Ph.D., Falguni S. Vyas
International Review of Business and Economics
The natural resources like earth, wind, water, trees are the basis of human-life. For the bright future of human beings, it is essential to use these resources with a great care. ‘Environment’ means the physical, chemical and biological surroundings in which an organism exists. Thus, environment is the gift of nature. Prior to 20th century, there was no major evidence of human influence on environment. Environmental degradation up to this period was mainly due to natural disasters, like cyclone, earthquake etc. Up to that period; natural resources were not used beyond their regenerative capacities. So, what was used, was regenerated. …
Climate Change And Its Impacts On Marine Fisheries Livelihood – A Special View On Eripurakarai Village, M Santhanaraj
Climate Change And Its Impacts On Marine Fisheries Livelihood – A Special View On Eripurakarai Village, M Santhanaraj
International Review of Business and Economics
Eripurakarai is a large village located in Pattukkottai Taluk of Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu with total 995 families residing. The Eripurakarai village has population of 4285 of which 2047 are males while 2238 are females as per Population Census 2011. In Eripurakarai village population of children with age 0-6 is 554 which makes up 12.93 % of total population of village. Average Sex Ratio of Eripurakarai village is 1093 which is higher than Tamil Nadu state average of 996. Child Sex Ratio for the Eripurakarai as per census is 1037, higher than Tamil Nadu average of 943. Eripurakarai village has …
Mitigating The Risk Of Disaster Through Community Engagement And Disaster Preparednesstraining – With A Special Reference To Samiyarpettai- A Model Village At Cuddalore District, Tamilnadu, Rajanjayabalan Rajanjayabalan
Mitigating The Risk Of Disaster Through Community Engagement And Disaster Preparednesstraining – With A Special Reference To Samiyarpettai- A Model Village At Cuddalore District, Tamilnadu, Rajanjayabalan Rajanjayabalan
International Review of Business and Economics
This paper analyses; how the community based approach and orientation on Disaster mitigation and preparedness program has tremendously helped the communities to survive through the course of natural calamities, such as Tsunami. Furthermore, the paper engages to study the effectiveness of community engagement and their active participation in the Disaster mitigation management program. In turn how,the program devolved the community members to take precautionary action and as a result to safe guard their lives from the perilous disaster situations. Taking the” Samiyarpettai” – a small marine village exist in coastal line of Cuddalore district, Tamilnadu, as a special reference. And …
Climate And Environmental Changes: Restrospect And Prospect, Pradeep Prajapati
Climate And Environmental Changes: Restrospect And Prospect, Pradeep Prajapati
International Review of Business and Economics
Discussion on problems of climate and environmental changes i.e. global warming has inundated in recent years. Every major newspaper publishes multiple editorials or op- ed pieces on the topic, the broadcast media and researchers regularly discuss the issue, and thousands of Web pages and blogs provide definitions and information and suggest causes and consequences of action and inaction. Under the situation why are we adding to congestion on the subject? Because the analysis of past has much to contribute, especially in understanding prospects of adapting to climate change, which has received relatively little study and comment relative to the standing …
A Study On Green Hrm Practices In An Organization, M U. Arumugam Ph.D., C. Vijai Ph.D.
A Study On Green Hrm Practices In An Organization, M U. Arumugam Ph.D., C. Vijai Ph.D.
International Review of Business and Economics
Now a day, the go green policies are adopting in various environment management techniques. In India, the corporate world is going global; it’s become essential to explore green practices in the business as well as in an environment. This study focuses on various green HRM practices followed in the organization. The paper largely focuses on the various green HRM practices and the relationship between corporate social responsibility and the green humanresourcemanagement.Andthestudy extended giving suggestions to the human resource department about initiatives to make the organization green and utilization from those values.
Climatic Challenges And Environmental Pollution In India, T. Sarathy Ph.D.
Climatic Challenges And Environmental Pollution In India, T. Sarathy Ph.D.
International Review of Business and Economics
Global climate change is a change in the long-term weather patterns that characterize the regions of the world. The term “weather” refers to the short-term (daily) changes in temperature, wind, and/or precipitation of a region. In the long run, the climatic change could affect agriculture in several ways such as quantity and quality of crops in terms of productivity, growth rates, photosynthesis and transpiration rates, moisture availability etc. Climate change is likely to directly impact food production across the globe. Increase in the mean seasonal temperature can reduce the duration of many crops and hence reduce the yield. In areas …