On Climate Change as a Fundamental Right
Context: The recent ruling by the Supreme Court of India, recognizing the right to be protected from the adverse impacts of climate change as a distinct fundamental right, marks a significant stride towards promoting a healthy environment and sustainable development within the nation. While the apex court had previously acknowledged the right to inhabit a clean […]
About The Green Credit Programme
Context: The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has recently issued the Green Credit Rules 2023, which formally established the Green Credit Programme (GCP) for India. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Green Credit Programme: Objectives: Tradable Credits: Program Administrator: Green Credit Activities: The programme promotes a range of […]
Severe Water Crisis Grips Southern States of India
Context: The southern states of India, including Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana, are currently grappling with a severe water crisis. This situation has arisen due to alarmingly low water levels in major reservoirs across these regions. The dwindling water reserves pose serious challenges for agricultural activities, drinking water supply, and overall livelihoods of […]
Steel Ministry’s Initiative Towards Green Steel Policy and Decarbonization
Context: The Steel Ministry is in the process of formulating a comprehensive green steel policy aimed at complete decarbonization of the steel industry. This holistic approach will cover various aspects including the manufacturing process, necessary skill sets, and financial support mechanisms. By focusing on green steel production, the ministry aims to reduce carbon emissions and […]
Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework
Context: Recently, a symposium on the rights of indigenous people organised by the University of Arizona. It focused on how the Global Biodiversity Framework and India’s Forest (Conservation) Amendment Act of 2023 will impact tribes. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) Adoption: The Kunming-Montreal GBF was adopted […]
About A Central Pollution Control Board
Context: The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has spent only 20 percent of the environment protection charge and environmental compensation collected so far on mitigating air pollution in Delhi-NCR and protecting the environment. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB): An Overview Objectives and Functions: Standardization Activities: […]
On Sustainable Building Materials
Context: India is experiencing an unparalleled surge in construction, with more than 300,000 housing units being built each year. While this growth presents economic prospects and enhances living conditions, it also presents significant environmental hurdles. Relevance: GS3-Environmental Pollution & Degradation Mains Question: Why is addressing energy inefficiency in residential buildings important? What are some of […]
The Need to Curb Black Carbon Emissions
Context: The recent developments at the COP26 climate talks in Glasgow, November 2021, saw India commit to achieving net-zero emissions by 2070, positioning itself as a leader in the race towards carbon neutrality. With over 180 GW of renewable energy capacity installed by 2023 and a target of 500 GW by 2030, as per the Ministry of New […]
Global E-waste Monitor 2024
Context: Recently, the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) has released the Global E-waste Monitor 2024, which states that the world’s generation of electronic waste is rising five times faster than documented e-waste recycling. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the Global E-waste Monitor 2024 Report E-waste Generation Trends: E-waste Collection […]
International Energy Agency’s Global Methane Tracker 2024
Context: The International Energy Agency’s Global Methane Tracker 2024 indicates that methane emissions from fuel usage in 2023 were nearly at their highest level on record, representing a slight increase compared to 2022. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Major Highlights of Global Methane Tracker 2024 Total Methane Emissions (2023): Bioenergy […]