• UGI USER
  • Feb 21, 2024
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GREENING GROWTH

Why in the news?

  • The challenges and controversies surrounding environmental clearances for development projects in India.
  • It highlights concerns about the balance between economic growth and environmental protection, particularly regarding the weakening of regulations under the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) rules.

About Evolution of Environmental Clearance:

  • Environmental Clearance (EC) was incorporated into the Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) rules in 2006.
  • Its primary objective was to find a balance between economic growth and environmental conservation.
What is Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) ?

●      Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) evaluates proposed projects’ environmental effects.

●      It considers socio-economic, cultural, and human health impacts.

●      EIA aims to identify and mitigate adverse effects on the environment.

Government initiatives on Green Growing:

●      India’s “LiFE” vision promotes sustainable living.

●      India aims for “Panchamrit” and net-zero emissions by 2070..

●      National Green Hydrogen Mission and GOBARdhan Scheme support low carbon transition.

●      Bhartiya Prakritik Kheti Bio-Input Resource Centers aid farmers in natural farming.

●      MISHTI facilitates mangrove protection and planting along coastlines.