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20Mar 2025

Green Energy Surpasses 42% in India’s Power Mix

Why in the News? Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced that green energy now constitutes over 42% of India’s total power generation. Speaking at the 32nd Convergence India Expo, he emphasized the government’s focus on alternative fuels, biofuels, and faster transport infrastructure. Government’s Focus on Alternative Energy The government is prioritizing the development of alternative fuels …

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07Mar 2025

Brazil Seeks Stronger Climate Governance Ahead of COP30

Why in the News? Ahead of COP30, Brazil’s Environment Minister Marina Silva emphasized the need for additional global mechanisms to ensure countries fulfill climate commitments, proposing stronger monitoring frameworks alongside the Paris Agreement to enhance accountability and climate action. Need for Additional Climate Governance Structures: Brazil, the host of COP30, has proposed new multilateral mechanisms …

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05Mar 2025

Cities Coalition for Circularity: Driving Sustainable Urban Development

Why in the News? The Cities Coalition for Circularity was launched at the 12th Regional 3R and Circular Economy Forum in Jaipur to promote city-to-city collaboration, circular economy practices, and sustainability efforts. The event emphasized achieving SDGs and carbon neutrality in Asia-Pacific. 12th Regional 3R and Circular Economy Forum: Hosted at Rajasthan International Centre, Jaipur. …

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19Feb 2025

India to Submit First Biannual Transparency Report to UN

Why in the news? India is preparing to submit its first-ever Biannual Transparency Report (BTR) under the Paris Agreement, providing an updated greenhouse gas inventory and climate action efforts. The report, delayed from the December 2024 deadline, will undergo an external UN review. About India’s BTR Submission India is finalizing its first-ever Biannual Transparency Report …

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13Feb 2025

World Radio Day 2025: Role of Radio in Climate Action

Why in News? World Radio Day is observed on 13th February 2025 to highlight radio’s significance in communication. This year’s theme, “Radio and Climate Change,” emphasizes radio’s role in spreading awareness, disaster response, and promoting sustainable practices to combat climate challenges globally. Theme for 2025: “Radio and Climate Change” The theme for this year, “Radio …

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12Feb 2025

India Energy Week 2025: Advancing Clean & Sustainable Energy

Why the news? India Energy Week 2025, inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi, highlights India’s leadership in renewable energy, green hydrogen, and sustainable mobility. Key initiatives include expanding non-fossil fuel capacity, boosting hydrogen adoption, and launching the 10th OALP bidding round. Key Highlights of the India Energy Week 2025 : PM Narendra Modi inaugurated India Energy …

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08Feb 2025

India Achieves 100 GW Milestone in Solar Energy

Why in the news? India surpassed 100 GW of installed solar power capacity, marking a significant achievement in renewable energy and reinforcing its commitment to achieving the 2030 target of 500 GW non-fossil fuel-based energy capacity. Historic Achievement and National Commitment: India has surpassed 100 GW of installed solar power capacity, marking a significant achievement …

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07Feb 2025

The Saga Of Regulating India’s Thermal Power Emissions

Why in the News? Deadline Extension for SO₂ Norms: On December 30, 2024, India’s Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) amended the Environment Protection Rules, extending the deadline for thermal power plants to comply with sulphur dioxide (SO₂) emission norms by three years. Lack of Justification: The notification did not provide any reasons …

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06Feb 2025

Reviving Yamuna: Collective Action for a Sustainable Future

For a Clean Yamuna: Governance Beyond Electoral Rhetoric The issue of pollution in the Yamuna River, particularly the rise in ammonia levels, has once again surfaced in political discourse, with allegations and counter-allegations taking center stage. However, beyond electoral considerations, this crisis underscores a fundamental governance failure in ensuring access to clean water—a basic public …

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31Jan 2025

Restoring Yamuna: Beyond Politics for Sustainable Solutions

Syllabus: GS-1: Inter-State Relations , Dispute Redressal Mechanisms ,Tribunals , Water Resources Focus: The Yamuna River became a political flashpoint after Delhi Chief Minister accused Haryana of releasing contaminated water, jeopardizing public health. Amid election campaigns, the focus shifted to the river’s pollution, water shortages, and declining ecological flow, highlighting the need for inter-state cooperation …

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