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Why in the News ? The European Space Agency is launching its Biomass mission to map global forests and measure forest biomass. This will enhance understanding of forests’ role in the carbon cycle, aiding in climate change monitoring and forest conservation efforts. Highlights of the Mission : The European Space Agency (ESA) is set to …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Western Ghats, a biodiversity hotspot, face threats from deforestation, climate change, and displacement of tribal communities. Authors and literary works highlight these alarming changes, emphasizing the need for conservation and cultural preservation. Environmental Challenges and Threats: The Western Ghats, also known as Sahyadri Hills, span six Indian states and are …
Read MoreWhy in the news? A study by the University of Copenhagen using satellite imagery found that India lost nearly 5.8 million mature trees on farmlands from 2019 to 2022. Analysis showed 11% of trees detected in 2010-2011 were gone by 2018-2022. Focus was on large trees, indicating localised losses rather than overall tree cover decline.Significant …
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