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Why in the news? The Great Barrier Reef, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, faces growing threats from climate change, coral bleaching, pollution, and overfishing. Urgent global action is needed to preserve this irreplaceable ecosystem and its biodiversity. The Great Barrier Reef: A Threatened Natural Wonder The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest living structure, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India’s 2024 average temperature rose 1.2°C since 1901-1910, slower than global trends. The IMD highlighted regional warming differences and the need for enhanced climate observation, as the WMO declared 2024 the warmest year globally. Global and National Temperature Rise in 2024: The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) declared 2024 as the warmest …
Read MoreWhy in the news? 2024 has officially surpassed the 1.5°C global warming threshold, marking a significant milestone in climate change. With rising emissions, future temperatures are expected to exceed this limit more frequently, highlighting urgent climate action needs. 2024: The First Year to Breach 1.5°C Threshold Temperature Breach Confirmed: 2024 recorded a 6°C rise in …
Read MoreWhy in the news? 2024 has seen record-breaking temperatures and extreme weather events, marking a decade of unprecedented heat. The UN and WMO warn of worsening climate change effects, urging immediate action to prevent further environmental breakdown. Extreme Climate Events in 2024: The United Nations highlighted 2024 as a year of record-breaking heat and unprecedented …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Paris Agreement, nine years after its adoption, faces increasing challenges. Rising global emissions, unmet climate finance commitments, and a potential US exit have led to frustration, prompting calls for stronger climate action and clearer obligations. Nine Years After Paris Agreement: Growing Challenges: The Paris Agreement, finalized on December 12, 2015, …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Environment Why in the News? Economic Survey of 2023-24 shows that India has achieved relative economic growth from reduction in GHG emissions, sparking discussions on sustainable development and environmental policy. Introduction With impressive economic growth in recent decades, India is also concerned about rising greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. However, according to the …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: India and its Neighbourhood ,Important International Institutions , Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests , International Treaties & Agreements , Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests. Focus: COP30, set to be hosted in Belém, Brazil, has sparked discussions on innovative approaches to climate negotiations. Proposals for …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions GS-3: Environmental Pollution & Degradation Focus: Delhi’s air quality recently reached hazardous levels, with pollution spiking to 50 times the WHO’s safety limit. This recurring crisis highlights the urgent need for coordinated action to combat air pollution, a transboundary issue affecting millions across South Asia. The Severity of Air …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The 2024 Global Carbon Budget report highlights a projected 0.8% increase in global CO₂ emissions, underscoring the urgent need for emission reductions to meet climate targets and limit warming. source:toi Key Findings of the 2024 Global Carbon Budget: Projected Increase: Global fossil CO₂ emissions are set to rise by 0.8% in …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Scientists suggest dispersing diamond dust in the atmosphere could reduce global temperatures by 1.6°C, offering a safer alternative to current geoengineering methods but with significant cost and ecological concerns. About the Diamond Dust Geoengineering: A new study explores diamond dust as a geoengineering approach to mitigate global warming by cooling Earth’s …
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