What did the ICJ say on climate obligations?
Context On July 23, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) delivered an advisory opinion on the obligations of states to reduce anthropogenic greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and the legal consequences of failing to do so. The opinion arrives at a time when multilateral climate action faces significant challenges, especially with reduced commitments from some developed nations. Relevance : GS 3(Climate Change , Environment and Ecology […]
Noon River Rejuvenation Initiative in Uttar Pradesh
Context & Background Relevance : GS 1(Geography) ,GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Geographical Details Key Interventions Outcomes & Impact Challenges Faced Replicability & Model Value Way Forward
ICJ’s Climate Ruling
Context Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Background ICJ’s Observations Ruling’s Relevance Implications Area Impact Climate Litigation Could empower lawsuits against states or corporations for inaction. Global South Helps press for climate reparations, technology transfer, and climate finance. Treaty Enforcement Though ICJ cannot enforce treaties, its opinion adds moral-legal weight to commitments like the Paris Agreement. Equity Principle Reinforces common […]
50% coral Cover Reduction in Lakshadweep
Key Findings of the Study Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Scientific Contribution Climate Change Linkages Retrospective Linkages Concerns & Risks Way Ahead (Policy + Scientific)
Is the plastic industry trying to influence green policies?
The Backbone of India’s Plastic Recycling Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Steps Toward Formal Integration Challenges Persist Global Industry Tactics: Parallels with Tobacco Vulnerability of the Global South The Way Forward
Alien plant species taking over native ecosystems
Context & Key Findings What are Alien Plant Species? Impact on Tropical Ecosystems Environmental Impacts Impacts in India Global Trends & Projections Drivers of Invasion Policy & Economic Challenges Way Forward: Recommendations
Why 78% coal plants won’t need to add anti-pollution devices
Context Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Why are SO2 emissions from coal plants a concern? Original plan for pollution control Current classification of plants Power plants divided into 3 categories (2021 update): 78% of all coal plants fall under Category C and are now exempted from installing FGDs. Why this relaxation now? Economic argument Criticism […]
Human-Wildlife Conflict in Chandrapur
Introduction Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Dimensions of the Conflict 1. Ecological Dimension 2. Socio-Economic Dimension 3. Governance & Policy Dimension 4. Legal Framework Limitations 5. Technological & Administrative Interventions 6. Ethical and Cultural Dimension Case Studies Chandrapur, Maharashtra (2024–25) Sundarbans, West Bengal Pilibhit Tiger Reserve, Uttar Pradesh Wayanad, Kerala Way Forward Useful Data Points
Green’ power capacity outpaces thermal, but storage woes weigh on grid stability
India’s Key Milestone Relevance : GS 3(Energy and Environment) Installed Capacity (in GW) Year Thermal Large Hydro Renewables Non-Fossil Share June 2015 191.26 42.62 35.78 30.4% June 2020 230.90 45.7 87.67 37.8% June 2025 242.04 49.38 184.62 50.1% Thermal Still Dominates Storage Capacity – Major Bottleneck Grid Instability Events Policy Measures Underway Strategic Implications
Study flags high summer ozone levels in big cities
Key Findings: Summer 2025 Ozone (O₃) Crisis Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Climate Change ) City-wise Breaches in Ozone Standards City Days O₃ exceeded standard (out of 92) Change vs 2024 Delhi 33 days — Bengaluru 45 days ↑ 29% Mumbai 32 days ↑ 42% Chennai 15 days ↑ (from 0) Kolkata 22 days (↓ from […]