FAO Report The Unjust Climate
Context: The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) recently released a report titled “The Unjust Climate,” highlighting the varying impacts of climate change on income and adaptation in rural areas based on gender, wealth, and age. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Key Findings of the FAO Report: […]
Tourism in Wildlife Parks
Context: The Supreme Court of India has strongly criticized the Uttarakhand government for cutting down approximately 6,000 trees in the Jim Corbett National Park. The Court deemed the collaboration between forest officials and a prominent state politician to significantly expand a tiger safari within the park as a violation of conservation principles. Relevance: GS3- Environment Mains […]
Addressing Methane Emissions
Context: MethaneSAT — a satellite which will track and measure methane emissions at a global scale — was launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon9 rocket from California. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Addressing Methane Emissions: Urgency and Impact Greenhouse Effect: Methane’s Potent Impact: Human Health Implications: Formation of Ground-Level Ozone: MethaneSAT’s […]
Fourth Mass Coral Bleaching
Context: According to the U.S. NOAA, the world is on the verge of a fourth mass coral bleaching event which could see wide swathes of tropical reefs die, including parts of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: About Coral Reefs Risks and threats to coral reefs Coral […]
Status of Leopards in India 2022: Ministry Report
Context: The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has released a report on the Status of Leopards in India 2022. The comprehensive survey covered 20 states, focusing on approximately 70% of the leopards’ expected habitat. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Establishment of International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) About International […]
Surge in the Indian Leopard Population Despite Challenges
Context: In the face of escalating environmental and human-animal conflict issues, the leopard population in India has witnessed an increase, reaching an impressive total of 13,874. This growth highlights the resilience of these magnificent creatures and signifies the success of conservation endeavors in our nation. Relevance: GS3- Environment- Mains Question: In the context of the recently released […]
Revolutionizing Waste Management through Pyrolysis
Context: A recent study has claimed that BioTRIG, a new waste management technology could help rural Indians. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: BioTRIG: Revolutionizing Waste Management through Pyrolysis Significance of BioTRIG: Understanding Pyrolysis: Chemical Recycling Process: Operational Procedure: -Source: Down To Earth
International Big Cat Alliance
Focus: GS III- Environment and Ecology Why in News? The Union Cabinet approved the establishment of International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) with headquarters in India. The initiative is supported with a one-time budgetary support of Rs.150 crore for a period of five years from 2023-24 to 2027-28. About International Big Cat Alliance:
An Expansive Land Management Policy is Overdue
Context: Land plays a central role in all human activities, offering ecological, economic, social, and cultural services. However, the multifaceted nature of land is often overlooked in land management practices, leading to increased stress, land degradation, and environmental depletion. Globally, the annual losses of ecosystem services due to land degradation are estimated at $6 trillion. […]
About The Sub-National Climate Fund
Context: A delegation from the World Bank has arrived in Goa for talks with the state govt to set up the first sub-national climate resilient green fund. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Sub-national Climate Fund: Advancing Climate Resilient Solutions Global Blended Finance Initiative: Mission: Financial Model: Structure: Governance: -Source: The Hindu