Covering climate in India (with Rishika Pardikar)

Full show notes/bonus content at wickedproblems.earth Join host Richard Delevan on Wicked Problems as he engages in a compelling conversation with Indian journalist Rishika Pardikar. They discussed Rishika's extensive work covering environmental and land rights issues in India, including her stories from the coalfields of Central India and the impacts of major development projects on tribal lands. Rishika shares insights into India's complex climate and energy landscape, the challenges of effective climate reporting, and the cultural intricacies of her homeland. And what Western climate narratives keep getting wrong about India - and what they might learn by listening to voices like Rishika's.00:58 Meet Rashika Kar: Environmental Journalist01:47 Rishika's Journey into Environmental Reporting02:21 Land Rights and Tribal Communities03:24 Mega Projects on Tribal Lands05:06 Challenges in Reporting from India11:56 India's Coal Belt and Energy Transition16:59 The Future of Energy in India22:51 The Efficiency of Indian Appliances24:00 The Politics of Climate Science24:36 Challenges in India's Forecasting Capabilities27:54 The Intersection of Religion and Science28:53 Controversial Studies and Their Implications32:01 The Role of Journalism in Climate Action36:36 India's Climate Action Plans40:10 Future Reporting and Closing Thoughts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.