environment

India Elected as President of International Solar Alliance (ISA)

The 7th session of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly was held in New Delhi. India was elected as president and France as co-president for a two-year term from 2024 to 2026. What were the Key Discussions in Recent Meetings?...

Coastal Regulation Zones (CRZ)

What are Coastal Regulation Zones ? The coastal stretches of seas, bays, estuaries, creeks, rivers and back waters which are influenced by tidal action are declared as Coastal Regulation Zone. CRZ are divided in 4 Categories: CRZ (I-A): Ecologically Sensitive...

Renewable Energy, India’s Potential, Pros and Cons

According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), Renewable electricity is growing at a faster rate in India than any other major economy, with new capacity additions on track to double by 2026. About Renewable Energy Renewable energy refers to energy...

India’s Potential in Carbon Trade Market and 29th Conference of Parties (COP29)

Key Focus: Article 6 of the Paris Climate Agreement Article 6 Provisions: Article 6 of the Paris Climate Agreement (2015) provides a framework for establishing carbon markets by enabling countries to trade credits from reduced or prevented greenhouse gas emissions....

Hoolock Gibbon

About Hoolock Gibbon Hoolock Gibbons are the smallest and fastest of all apes, and live in tropical and subtropical forests in the southeastern part of Asia. Characteristics They are arboreal (they live in trees) and rely on dense canopy cover...

Mangrove Forests in India, Map, Characteristics, Significance, Threat

Context: Infrastructure development activities in Mumbai and its surrounding regions are negatively impacting mangroves. About Mangroves Mangroves are an ecotone between a marine and terrestrial ecosystem. They act as natural barriers against storm surges, preventing coastal erosion and providing habitats...

Stubble Burning, Causes and Impact

The Supreme Court slammed Haryana and Punjab for their “defiant attitude” against taking penal action on persons burning crop residue ahead of the winter season and aggravating air pollution across north India, especially in and around the national capital. What...

Climate Change Impact on Agriculture

A recent report by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations highlights the severe impact of climate change on poor households, particularly in India. The report titled “The unjust climate. Measuring the impacts of climate change on...

Coal Phase out in Britain, Lessons for India

Context The recent closure of Britain's last coal-fired power plant in Nottinghamshire marks a significant milestone in the global energy transition, reflecting a broader shift away from coal. However, this transition calls for replicating the U.K. 's coal phase-out globally...

Elephant Census, Key Findings of Status of Elephant in India 2022-23 Report

The "Status of Elephant in India 2022-23" report by the Environment Ministry highlights a declining elephant population. Its release is delayed due to pending census data from northeastern states. The Ministry of Environment Forest and Climate Change suspended the release...