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Why in the news? The Paris Agreement, nine years after its adoption, faces increasing challenges. Rising global emissions, unmet climate finance commitments, and a potential US exit have led to frustration, prompting calls for stronger climate action and clearer obligations. Nine Years After Paris Agreement: Growing Challenges: The Paris Agreement, finalized on December 12, 2015, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Scientists have developed the first carbon-14 diamond battery, a long-lasting, safe power source with potential applications in healthcare, space exploration, and extreme environments. Introduction to Carbon-14 Diamond Battery: Developed by scientists from the University of Bristol and the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), this is the world’s first carbon-14 diamond battery. …
Read MoreWhy in the News? IEA Conference: Concluded a 2-day Global Conference on Energy and AI in Paris, gathering over 500 participants, including ministers from 25 countries. Focus Area: Highlighted the rising electricity demand from data centres while emphasizing AI’s role in energy transitions. Key Participants: Countries like India, Japan, UK, and the USA alongside CEOs …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Launched on February 15, 2024, the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana aims to provide free electricity through rooftop solar panels, targeting over one crore families, with significant subsidies and incentives to promote renewable energy adoption. Key Highlights of PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana: Launch Date and Objectives: Launched on …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions ,Infrastructure GS-3: Industrial Policy Focus: The indictment of Gautam Adani and associates by the U.S. Department of Justice has revealed an elaborate bribery scheme to secure lucrative solar power contracts in India. The investigation highlights corruption at high levels in the renewable energy sector and the use of bribery …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India’s ambitious net-zero goal by 2070 faces challenges like surging energy demand, land-use constraints, and resource limitations, requiring innovative strategies amid global climate action discussions at COP-29. Net-Zero Commitments and Challenges: India has pledged to achieve net-zero emissions by 2070 to combat climate change. However, this path involves challenges such as …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Science and technology – Development and its application in everyday live. Life Science Why in the News? India’s focus on Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) aligns with its sustainable energy goals, offering a flexible, low-carbon nuclear solution. Recent government interest highlights SMRs’ potential for safely addressing India’s energy needs while supporting its climate …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The ISA hosted its third High-level Conference on Clean Energy Transition to discuss solar and storage technologies, green hydrogen, and global energy goals, focusing on sustainable solutions for decarbonization. Event Overview: The International Solar Alliance (ISA), in collaboration with India’s Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, the Asian Development Bank, and …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India and France have been re-elected as president and co-president of the International Solar Alliance (ISA). The announcement came during the seventh ISA Assembly, where Ashish Khanna was also appointed as the next ISA Director General. About India Re-elected to Lead International Solar Alliance (ISA): India has been re-elected as president …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The ISA Assembly brings together 120 countries to discuss strategies for enhancing solar energy adoption, focusing on energy access and sustainability under India’s presidency and France’s co-presidency. Highlights of the Seventh ISA Assembly: The Seventh Session of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly begins today at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. …
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