International Organization related to Environment
Global Environment Facility (GEF) Established : The Global Environment Facility was established in October 1991 during Rio Earth Summit as a $1 billion pilot program in the World Bank to assist in the protection of the global environment and to promote environmental sustainable development. Headquarter: Washington Key Functions: The Global Environment Facility (GEF) unites 183 countries […]
What is Green Hydrogen?
Context: The govt is planning a $2 billion incentive program for the green hydrogen industry, in a bid to cut emissions and become a major export player in the field. Relevance: GS III- Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: What is green hydrogen? Green Hydrogen Importance Why is India pursuing green hydrogen? How much […]
Mudumalai Tiger Reserve
Context: The Mudumalai Tiger Reserve (MTR) not only provides a crucial habitat for a variety of endangered species of birds and mammals, but is also home to 175 species of butterflies, a survey conducted for the first time in the area has revealed. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: About Mudumalai […]
GM Mustard DMH-11 Variety
Context: Recently, the Genetically Modified (GM) mustard Dhara Mustard Hybrid (DMH-11) was tested in the field and shown to be more productive. Production of the DMH-11 variety is not interfering with honey bees’ natural pollination practices. Relevance: GS II: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: What exactly is hybrid mustard? Genetic modification (GM) of […]
About Great Barrier Reef
Context: Scientists working on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef have successfully trialled a new method for freezing and storing coral larvae they say could eventually help rewild reefs threatened by climate change. Relevance: Environment and Ecology (Conservation of Environment and Ecology, Environmental Pollution and Degradation) Dimensions of the Article: Great Barrier Reef About Coral Reefs Risks […]
Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)
Focus: GS III: Environment and Ecology Why in News? A recent report from the (CPCB) said that the number of polluted stretches in India’s rivers has fallen from 351 in 2018 to 311 in 2022 though the number of most polluted stretches is practically unchanged. About the report BOD & COD Central Pollution Control Board […]
What are Eco-Sensitive Zones?
Context: Kerala government publishes map for people to seek exemption from ESZ. Relevance: GS III- Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: What are Eco-Sensitive Zones? Activities Allowed in ESZs How are they demarcated? -Source: The Hindu
About Tal Chhapar Sanctuary
Context: The renowned Tal Chhapar Blackbuck Sanctuary in Churu, Rajasthan, recently secured protection against a state proposal to shrink the area of its Eco Sensitive Zone (ESZ). Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: About Tal Chhapar Sanctuary What are Eco-Sensitive Zones? Activities Allowed in ESZs -Source: The Hindu
What Exactly Are Carbon Markets And How Do They Function?
Context Relevance GS Paper – 3: Conservation, Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests Mains Question Discuss global warming and its consequences for the global climate. Explain, in light of the Kyoto Protocol of 1997, the control measures to reduce the level of greenhouse gases that cause global warming. (150 Words) What exactly […]
A New Global Biodiversity Framework
Context: The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), the United Nations agreement to conserve and sustainably use earth’s biodiversity, got a boost at a conference held in Montreal recently, when 188 of 196 member governments agreed on a new framework to halt the sharp and steady loss of biological species. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology […]