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Hope, failure and lessons learned in going green | Eco India

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January 30, 2025

From abandoned solar panels in Tamil Nadu to Germany’s solar recycling breakthroughs, green architecture in Chennai, and the limits of electric planes, this show uncovers the promises and pitfalls of sustainability. Can bold ideas deliver a truly green future?

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Eco India — The Environment Magazine

Dive into the heart of the Indian subcontinent with Eco India. DW brings you stories focusing on environmental protection, sustainable practices, and technological solutions.

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