Saving energy for the climate and the budget
By DW
07 February 2023 |
10:24 am
Women in low-income communities in India learn how to use energy efficiently. It’s a win-win for the climate as well as the household budget. For many it is the first time they understand the connection between fossil fuels and global warming.
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