UN Warning on Unprecedented Greenhouse Gas Surge
Context: The United Nations has issued a warning, drawing attention to the unprecedented surge in greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere, reaching new records in 2022. The World Meteorological Organization’s (WMO) 19th Annual Greenhouse Gas Bulletin emphasizes the alarming implications of this surge, anticipating increased temperatures, intensified extreme weather events, and elevated sea levels. Relevance: […]
Emission Gap Report 2023
Context: Ahead of COP28, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) released a report titled ‘Emissions Gap Report 2023: Broken Record — Temperatures hit new highs, yet world fails to cut emissions (again)’. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: About Emissions Gap Report United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Major Insights from the […]
Global Tiger Conservation Initiatives: Reporting and Commitments
Context: Countries have reported their tiger population data from 2010 to 2022 to the Global Tiger Recovery Program (GTRP) and the United Nations Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) as part of GTRP 2.0, a program designed to guide tiger conservation efforts from 2023 to 2034. The initiative stems from the commitment made […]
Urbanisation- Shaping the future of sustainable cities
Context: As the world witnesses increasing urbanisation, the relationship between cities and carbon emissions has become a focal point in the ongoing climate crisis. In 2020, urban centers released an astonishing 29 trillion tonnes of carbon dioxide into the air. Relevance: GS3- Environment Mains Question: As the world becomes increasingly urbanized, the relationship between urban areas […]
India’s Bioeconomy Ambition and Biotechnology Funding Challenges
Context: India targets a rise in the Bioeconomy’s GDP contribution from 2.6% to 5% by 2030, according to the ‘Bioeconomy Report 2022’ by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT). However, biotechnology funding remains at 0.0001% of the GDP, with limited recovery post-Covid-19. The ‘Guidelines for Genetically Engineered Insects’ issued in April 2023 offer procedural roadmaps but […]
About Loss and Damage Fund
Context: In light of the escalating climate crisis, the ‘Loss and Damage’ (L&D) fund and adaptation have recently come into focus. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Loss and Damage Fund: Addressing Irreversible Climate Consequences Genesis and Historical Accountability: COP 19 and Fund Inception: Subsequent Developments and Challenges: Stalemate at TC4 and TC5: […]
About The Project Dolphin
Context: Recently, the Tamil Nadu Government issued an order to implement ‘Project Dolphin’ under the Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitat programme of the government of India. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Project Dolphin: Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitat Programme: Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve: -Source: The Hindu
Adaptation Gap Report 2023
Context: The UN Environment Programme’s latest Adaptation Gap Report, 2023, underscores the pressing requirement for developing countries to receive a minimum of USD 215 billion annually throughout this decade for meaningful adaptation efforts. In 2021, only around USD 21 billion was directed to developing countries for adaptation projects, marking a 15% decrease from previous years. […]
More Light, Less Sound Noise Pollution
Context: The ‘festival of lights’ should not be allowed to deteriorate into a celebration of noise. Fireworks are traditionally associated with joyful festivities worldwide, but many of them are harmful, often excessively loud, and emit harmful fumes when ignited. Relevance: GS3- Environmental Pollution and Degradation Mains Question: To abate noise crisis, governments must prevent making of violative firecrackers. Analyse. (10 marks, 150 words). Legislations […]
International Day for Biosphere Reserves
Context: The second anniversary of International Biosphere Reserve Day, celebrated on November 3, annually highlights the critical importance of biosphere reserves(BR) in safeguarding our environment and promoting sustainability. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: World Biosphere Reserve Day 2023 Objectives: Significance: UNESCO Collaborates for Environmental Sustainability in South and Central Asia In collaboration with the […]