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You would like to know more about climate change, environmental protection, human rights or globalisation? RESET provides you with up-to-date and in-depth background information, compiled and written by Resetters and experts. Get informed!

Biodiversity

Plastic Ocean - The Great Pacific Garbage Patch

We produce huge amounts of waste every day - a lot of it plastic. Only a tiny portion is ever recycled, and the rest takes years and years to break down, ending up in landfill or polluting oceans and beaches, with serious consequences for our seas and the life within them. Read on

Development

Let’s make India a competitive country

Competitiveness is a key part of achieving development in all countries and India is not an exception. The struggle and efforts in this area will contribute to positive results in the political, economic, cultural, scientific, technological and innovation, social spheres among others. Read on

Development

Sustainable Development Goals should be India's Focus

The ideal world-and the most prevalent idea of the future that one can think of-must consist, essentially, of social inclusion for all, constant economic growth and a clean and secure environment. For this, we must move beyond economic wealth as the indicator and vehicle of the progress of humanity. Most importantly, sustainable development goals should: Read on

Chances

The Dowry System

The giving of gifts or money (otherwise known as a dowry) to a groom on behalf of the bride’s family is common practice in India, a marital tradition which dates back centuries. The dowry buys into people’s pride and desire to “save face” and the system (and exactly what is given) has substantial consequences for families and women in general. Read on

Energy

Lighting Scenario in Rural India - Dark Nights in Bihar

Bihar is a state in eastern India. It is the twelfth largest state in terms of geographical size and third largest by population. 85 percent of the population lives in rural villages. Read on