LEAF Coalition proposal is a step forward in saving forests Subject : Environment Context : LEAF coalition will be one of the largest ever public-private efforts to protect tropical forests and intend to mobilize at least USD 1 billion in financing to countries committed to protecting their tropical forests. Concept : Lowering Emissions […]

    Turkey should mitigate factors aiding growth of sea snot Subject : Environment / IR Context : There has been growing environmental concern in Turkey over the accumulation of ‘sea snot’. Concept : Background It is a slimy layer of grey or green sludge in the country’s seas, which can cause considerable damage to […]

    Portland city in Oregon, US, temperatures as high as 46 degree Celsius Subject : Environment Context : The temperatures being reported from the Pacific Northwest and some parts of Canada are part of a “historic” heat wave as a result of a phenomenon referred to as a “heat dome”. Concept : Heat Dome […]

    Kochi based firm to promote Pokkali Farming Subject : Environment Context: Agronature, a Kochi-based private company working for the farmers’ economic upliftment, has drawn up a plan to promote and sustain this unique traditional farming practice. Concept : Pokkali Rice Farming The pokkali variety of rice is known for its saltwater resistance and […]

    Environment minister announced the “India Plastic Challenge – Hackathon 2021” Subject : Environment Context: Environment minister announced the “India Plastic Challenge – Hackathon 2021” to spur innovation and entrepreneurship in area of tackling plastic waste pollution and elimination of single use plastic. Concept : It is a unique competition calling upon start-ups /entrepreneurs […]

    Uttarakhand has decided to keep Corbett and Rajaji Tiger Reserves open all year Subject : Environment Context : Uttarakhand Forest Minister Harak Singh Rawat announced on Wednesday that the state’s two Tiger Reserves — Corbett and Rajaji — would now remain open for tourism round the year. Concept : Until now, the reserves […]

    The worst of Nagaland’s African swine fever outbreak may be over- say officials Subject : Environment / S&T Context : Nagaland’s animal husbandry and veterinary services department informed April 5, 2021 they have observed “unusual mortality” among pigs in Mon, Kiphire and Phek districts. Almost a fortnight later, the department officially declared the […]