Environment Conservation Group

  Our Planet's SOS Hey everyone, let's talk about something that affects us all, something bigger than any trend or fleeting news cycle: our planet. We're talking climate change, and honestly, it's kind of a big deal. Like, existential threat big deal. We get it. You're juggling classes, side hustles, social lives, and maybe even the crushing weight of figuring out "adulting." Climate change can feel like just another massive, overwhelming problem, something distant and abstract. But the truth is, it's not. It's here, it's happening, and it's impacting your future. Think about it. Extreme weather events are becoming the norm, not the exception. Rising sea levels threaten coastal communities (and that beach trip you've been planning). Changes in weather patterns disrupt agriculture, impacting food security (and that avocado toast you love). These aren't just headlines; they're real-life consequences that hit young peopl...

  How Climate Change is Pushing India’s Endangered Animals to the Brink Climate change is no longer a distant threat—it is happening now, and its effects are becoming increasingly evident in India’s diverse ecosystems. From the soaring Himalayas to the dense Western Ghats, rising temperatures, erratic weather patterns, and habitat degradation are driving many endangered species closer to extinction. India, home to a rich biodiversity and numerous endemic species, is witnessing alarming changes that threaten its fragile wildlife. 1. The Royal Bengal Tiger (Panthera tigris tigris) The Sundarbans, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the largest mangrove forest in the world, is home to the iconic Royal Bengal Tiger. However, rising sea levels due to climate change threaten to submerge large portions of this unique ecosystem. With the increasing frequency of cyclones and saline intrusion into freshwater sources, the tiger’s habitat is shrinking, forcing them into human-dominated landscapes...

  Boomi Connect: A Journey Across India's Climate Frontlines In an era where climate change has moved from future threat to present reality, an extraordinary expedition is taking shape across India's diverse landscapes. The Environment Conservation Group (ECG)'s SEEK expedition Boomi Connect, launching in April 2025, represents an unprecedented three-month journey that will traverse about 20,000 kilometers of India's terrain, from the majestic Himalayas to its vibrant coastal ecosystems. The urgency of this mission cannot be overstated. As we process the sobering reality of 2024—the hottest year ever recorded and the first to breach the critical 1.5°C threshold—we find ourselves in uncharted territory. Global tipping points, once considered distant concerns, now loom on the horizon, demanding immediate and decisive action. What sets Boomi Connect apart is its innovative approach to understanding and addressing climate change. This pioneering expedition weaves toge...

  Climate Change: Two Tales of the Same Beast In the early days of 2025, we're witnessing a sobering reality: climate change isn't just a theoretical threat looming on the horizon – it's reshaping our world in real-time, affecting places as diverse as the ancient holy city of Mecca and the modern expanse of California. These two regions, separated by thousands of miles and vastly different cultural contexts, are telling the same story: our climate is changing in ways that demand our immediate attention. Mecca: Sacred Traditions Meet Modern Climate Crisis The recent floods that swept through Mecca on January 8, 2025, paint a striking picture of climate change's reach. In a city where pilgrims have walked dusty streets for centuries under the scorching Arabian sun, unprecedented rainfall transformed familiar pathways into rushing streams. This isn't just another weather event – it's a dramatic departure from the region's historical climate patterns. Even...