Phase IFoundation
Background
Overview
Highlights the trade-offs between technological advancement and environmental sustainability, the effectiveness of environmental regulations, and the complexities of federal environmental governance in India. It is a critical aspect of sustainable development.
Environmental governance refers to the rules, institutions, and processes that regulate human interactions with the environment. Large-scale digital infrastructure projects, such as hyperscale data centers, pose significant environmental challenges related to resource consumption (power, water) and pollution, necessitating robust environmental impact assessments and regulatory oversight.