UNEP’s Action Plan for Cooling Sector Emission Reduction
Context: The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has put forth an action plan outlined in the report “Keeping it Chill: How to meet cooling demands while cutting emissions,” with the goal of significantly decreasing emissions from the global cooling sector. This initiative has the potential to make a substantial impact, foreseeing a 60% reduction in […]
Climate Change Performance Index
Context: Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) 2024 was released on the sidelines of the ongoing COP28 at Dubai. India ranked 7th in this year’s Climate Change Performance Index, up one spot from the previous one. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: India’s Climate Action: Fourth Strongest Germanwatch Annual Performance Index: Top […]
The Global Climate 2011-2020 Report
Context: Few indicators capture the severity of the climate crisis as effectively as the condition of glaciers, a crucial element of the cryosphere. The World Meteorological Organization’s recent publication, “The Global Climate 2011-2020,” provides a comprehensive overview of the Earth’s reaction to greenhouse gas emissions. Relevance: GS3- Environment- Conservation, Environmental Pollution and Degradation, Environmental Impact Assessment. Mains Question: […]
The Global Climate 2011-2020: A Decade of Acceleration
Context: Recently, the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has published a report titled- The Global Climate 2011-2020: A Decade of Acceleration, concerning the alarming acceleration of climate change and its multifaceted impacts across the planet. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Insights from the Climate Report Record-Breaking Temperatures Greenhouse Gases Surge Oceans Under Stress Marine […]
Methane Alert and Response System
Context: Recently, the Methane Alert and Response System (MARS) notified governments of 127 plumes spanning four continents and identified 1,500 plumes in its pilot stage. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Methane Alert and Response System: International Methane Emissions Observatory (IMEO): -Source: Indian Express
COP28 Summit: Tripling Nuclear Capacity by 2050
Context: At the COP28 climate meeting, more than 20 countries have pledged to triple the global nuclear installed capacity by 2050, in a bid to attain a net-zero emissions status. Just as in the case of the pledge tripling renewable energy, India is not a part of the nuclear energy commitment as well, in keeping with its […]
Honest Reckoning On Moving Away from Fossil Fuels
Context: The limit defining discussions on the global climate is set at 1.5°C, representing the average temperature increase since the pre-industrial era. With the threshold of 1°C already surpassed, the ongoing negotiations at the climate summit in Dubai aim to constrain the additional half-degree rise. However, the existing commitments to reduce emissions fall short of achieving this […]
Coal phase-out in COP28 pledge
Context: India chose not to sign a global pledge to triple renewable energy capacity by 2030 due to concerns about the draft text’s mention of phasing out coal. Additionally, India is likely to abstain from endorsing a health declaration due to references to health sector emissions. These decisions reflect India’s reservations about commitments that could […]
Green Credits Initiative by Prime Minister Modi at COP28
Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched an initiative at COP28 in Dubai, focusing on generating Green Credits through plantation on degraded wasteland. The initiative, highlighted during a high-level event, is emphasized to surpass the commercial nature of traditional carbon credits. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Understanding Carbon Credits: Measurement: Awarding […]
Finding Funds- On the Loss and Damage Fund
Context: A vital manifestation of climate justice, the long-standing call for a robust Loss and Damage (L&D) fund has finally been addressed at the COP28 climate talks in the United Arab Emirates. While its launch marks a diplomatic triumph for the Emirati president and brings optimism to COP28, challenges persist in ensuring the effective utilization of the fund. Relevance: […]