What is the current status of the introduction of African cheetahs? Sub: Env Sec: Species in news Cheetah Action Plan (CAP): The Cheetah Action Plan (CAP) is India’s ambitious project to reintroduce African cheetahs into its ecosystems. The goal is to conserve the species while restoring savanna habitats. Despite its noble objectives, the […]
Environment takes centre stage as global summits loom Sub: Env Sec: Int Climate Conventions The United Nations is hosting four important sessions in the coming months to address critical environmental issues: Session Location Focus/Goal Key Points Biodiversity Conference (COP16) of UNCBD Cali, Colombia Protecting plant and animal life About UNCBD: Established: 1992 at […]
Understanding China’s Carbon Market and Its Mechanisms Sub: Env Sec: Climate change Why in News China is seeking public feedback on a significant plan to include key industries such as cement, steel, and aluminum in its emissions trading scheme (ETS). This expansion is expected by the end of the year and aims to […]
New research rescues the dodo’s reputation from confusion and myth Sub: Env Sec: Species in news The Dodo: Extinct bird species: New Findings: A team of researchers from the Oxford University Museum of Natural History, and the Natural History Museum reviewed 400 years of papers on dodos and its sister species, the solitaire, […]
Reducing CO2 Emissions in India’s Transport Sector by 2050: A High-Ambition Approach Sub: Env Sec: Climate Change Why in News A recent study conducted by the World Resources Institute (WRI) India reveals that India’s transport sector has the potential to reduce its carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by up to 71% by 2050. This […]
Controversy over Mumbai’s Salt Pans: Ecological Impact and Development Concerns Sub: Env Sec: Protected Areas Why in News Recently, the Central Government approved the transfer of 256 acres of salt pan land in Mumbai to the Dharavi Redevelopment Project Pvt Ltd (DRPPL), a joint venture between the Adani Realty Group and the Maharashtra […]
Indian megacities lag in air pollution control despite lion’s share of financial support Sub: Env Sec: Pollution Context: The Swachh Vayu Survekshan 2024 (Clean Air Study), recently published by the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, has highlighted the disappointing performance of India’s megacities, where millions of people reside. About Swachh […]
40% Amazon rainforest unprotected: why is this significant for climate change? Sub: Env Sec: Climate change Context: The Amazon rainforest is crucial in the battle against global warming. Details: Nearly 40% of the most critical areas for climate change mitigation in the Amazon lack special government protection. These areas are not designated as […]
New climate finance goal: Technical dialogue commences in Azerbaijan, heated debates expected Sub: Env Sec: Int conventions Climate Finance Talks in Baku: Shaping the Future of Global Climate Funding: From September 9-12, 2024, parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) are meeting in Baku, Azerbaijan, to discuss a critical […]
NTCA letter to expedite forest relocation from tiger zones draws activist ire Sub: Env Sec: Env legislation NTCA’s Request for Village Relocation in Tiger Zones: NTCA asked 19 States to prioritise relocating villagers from core tiger zones, sparking protests from activists and organisations. NTCA highlighted that 591 villages with 64,801 families still reside […]