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Why in the news? The Union Environment Ministry launched the Aravalli Green Wall Project to green a 5 km buffer zone around the Aravalli Hills, addressing desertification, land degradation, and ecological challenges across Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Delhi. Scope and Overview: The Aravalli Green Wall Project aims to establish a 5 km green buffer around …
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-3: Conservation ,Environmental Pollution & Degradation ,Forest Resources ,Conservation of Resources. Focus: The World Wildlife Fund’s 2024 Living Planet Index (LPI) report has raised concerns with its claim of a 73% average decline in wildlife populations since 1970. Misinterpretations of the data have sparked debate, emphasising the need for accurate understanding of wildlife population …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Conservation , Environmental Pollution and Degradation Acts and legislations related to Environmental Conservation. Why in the News? The Delhi Preservation of Trees Act (DPTA) completes 30 years amidst increasing concerns about missing trees and illegal felling. The law remains strong on paper but faces challenges in effective implementation. Green Cover Growth Over …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Conservation , Environment and Environment Conservation Disaster and Disaster Management Why in the News? A recent study published in Frontiers in Forests and Global Change highlights the impact of tidal flooding on coastal tree species. The findings can guide forest managers in assessing risk and protecting vulnerable species. Impact of Coastal Flooding …
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