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Why in the News ? A new study reveals the Arctic Boreal Zone has begun releasing more carbon than it absorbs due to intensifying wildfires and permafrost thaw, marking a shift from carbon sink to source and raising concerns over climate change feedback loops. Intensifying Wildfires Worldwide: Wildfires across the S. (Texas, Oklahoma, California), Japan, …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? A recent study by Sustainable Futures Collaborative (SFC) and leading global universities highlights that India’s Heat Action Plans (HAPs) lack long-term strategies. Despite covering 23 states, gaps in implementation, coordination, and funding hinder effective heat resilience measures, raising concerns amid rising heat-related fatalities. Key Findings of the Study: The study …
Read MoreWhy in News? A Nature study (Feb 19, 2024) found that melting glaciers have raised global sea levels by nearly 2 cm this century. This rise accelerates coastal flooding, displaces populations, and threatens ecosystems, highlighting the urgent need for climate action. Causes of Sea Level Rise: Glacial Melting: A study in Nature (Feb 19, 2024) …
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