India's No.1 PU & Degree With Integrated IAS & IPS(UPSC/PSC) Training College.
Why Phasing Out Fossil Fuels Remains Elusive Syllabus: GS-2: Issues Relating to Development, Growth & Development, Renewable Energy, Environmental Pollution & Degradation Why in the News? The global debate on phasing out fossil fuels resurfaced after COP30 negotiations, where explicit phase-out commitments were avoided despite reaffirming the Paris Agreement goals. Divergences between developed and developing …
Read MoreIndia’s Carbon Emission Growth Slows in 2025 Why in the News ? The Global Carbon Project reported that India’s greenhouse gas emissions grew by only 1.4% in 2025, significantly lower than last year’s 4%. The slowdown is attributed to favourable monsoon conditions reducing cooling demand and a strong rise in clean energy transitions. Key Findings …
Read More“What South Asia Wants from COP30: Building Climate Resilience Through Cooperation, Trust, and Delivery” (GS Paper 3 – UNFCCC, Sustainable Development) Introduction South Asia, one of the most climate-vulnerable regions in the world, looks to COP30 (Belém, Brazil) for decisive action and credible delivery. A decade after the Paris Agreement (2015), global emissions continue to …
Read MoreWhat South Asia Wants from COP30: Building Climate Resilience Through Cooperation, Trust, and Delivery Syllabus: GS 3 ● UNFCCC ● Sustainable Development Why in the News South Asia, one of the most climate-vulnerable regions, seeks decisive outcomes from COP30 in Brazil. The region demands credible implementation of past pledges, predictable and fair climate finance, technology …
Read MoreCOP30 in Brazil: The Moment of Truth for Global Climate Action Syllabus: GS 3 ● UNFCCC ● Sustainable Development Why in the News COP30, to be held in Belém, Brazil, marks a pivotal moment for global climate diplomacy. With the Amazon as its backdrop, the summit calls for urgent, equitable, and science-based action. It emphasizes …
Read MoreThe Missing Engine in Climate Action Syllabus: GS Paper – 2 Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests, International Treaties & Agreements GS Paper – 3 Environmental Pollution & Degradation Why in the News? The upcoming UN Climate Change Conference (COP 30) in Belém, Brazil, has reignited global attention on climate innovation as …
Read MoreAdaptation Ahead of COP30 Why in the News ? Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav highlighted that adaptation indicators will be a key focus for India at COP30 in Belem, Brazil. The conference will review progress under the Paris Agreement’s Global Goal on Adaptation (GGA) and rationalise indicators to enhance resilience and capacity, particularly in light …
Read MoreUN Report Flags Shortfall in Global Emission Cuts Why in the News? A new United Nations synthesis report ahead of COP30 in Belem, Brazil, warns that countries are set to reduce emissions by only 17% by 2035, far short of the targets needed to limit global warming to 1.5°C or 2°C. This shortfall emphasizes the …
Read MoreCOP-30 to Stress Practical Climate Solutions, Not Rhetoric Why in the News? The 30th UN Climate Summit (COP-30) will be hosted by Brazil in Belem this November. Its President, André Corrêa do Lago, has emphasized prioritizing practical implementation and known solutions over lengthy negotiations, amid global uncertainties and climate challenges. The summit aims to promote …
Read MoreBonn Climate Talks Reveal Deep Divides Before COP30 Why in the News ? The Bonn Climate Conference 2025, a preparatory meeting for COP30 in Belém, Brazil, exposed sharp divisions on climate finance, adaptation metrics, and equity. Despite technical progress, deep political disagreements remain unresolved on funding, responsibility, and ambition levels. Divisions on Agenda, Finance, and …
Read More
