Targeted policy intervention to boost green mining vehicles
Context : Need for Policy Push for Green HEMMs Relevance : GS 3 ( Economy & Environment ) Green Mining Vehicles: Environmental Imperative Cost is a Major Barrier Recommended Policy Instruments Industry Outlook Need for Urgent Transition
How extracting and producing nickel can be made more sustainable
Background: Why Nickel Matters Relevance : GS 3(Minerals) Conventional Process: High Carbon Footprint New Methodology: Hydrogen Plasma-Based Extraction Advantages of Hydrogen Plasma Method Strategic Focus on Laterite Ores Relevance for India Challenges & Caveats Conclusion
Has the environmental crisis in India exacerbated?
India’s environmental crisis has worsened over the past decade, marked by rising emissions, biodiversity loss, and severe pollution. Despite global awareness, systemic issues and unsustainable development practices continue to deepen ecological damage. Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Yes — significantly over the last decade. What are the major contributing factors? India’s Position in Global Context: What needs to be […]
Is global warming becoming a distraction?
On Global Mean Warming Thresholds Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Flaws in Climate Models Is Global Mean Warming a Distraction? Real Threat: Climate Disasters What Needs More Focus Instead? Tropics and Beyond: Equitable Action Needed Key Takeaway Climate risks are not predetermined — human agency and institutional preparedness determine the impact. ➤ Mitigation must continue, but resilience, adaptation, […]
The seeds of sustainability for India’s textile leadership
Context & Need for Sustainability Relevance : GS 3(Sustainability) Regenerative Farming (Regen Farming) Traceability Solutions Product Circularity Strategic Outlook Conclusion: The Way Forward
BESS in India’s clean energy transition
Changing Energy Paradigm Relevance : GS 3(Energy , Environment and Ecology) Need for Energy Storage Technological & Cost Trends India’s BESS Progress & Targets Key Challenges (Economic Survey 2024–25) Role of Partnerships India as a BESS Leader
Bacteria found at Rajgir hot spring lake shows antimicrobial activity
Scientific Background & Relevance Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Study at Rajgir Hot Spring Lake (Nalanda, Bihar) Key Findings Antibacterial Potential Discovery of New Antimicrobial Compound Broader Implications Industrial & Agricultural Applications Challenges & Gaps
Sulphur-cleaning device in coal plants not necessary
Context Relevance : GS 3(Environment an dEcology) Committee Recommendation Scientific Rationale Behind the Recommendation Operational & Economic Considerations Environmental Compliance Institutions Involved Policy Implications
Nurdle spill is a wake-up call: expert
What Happened Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Environmental and Ecological Concerns Impacts on Marine Life and Humans Materials Identified Disaster Management Response Larger Lessons and Warnings Way Forward
Centre’s reform nudge to States resulting in less land wastage
Background of the Reform Initiative Relevance : GS 2(Solid Waste Management) Budgetary Growth of the Scheme Land and Industrial Reforms Outcomes Digitisation of Land Records – Key Achievements Broader Implications