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Relevance: GS 2 – Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Why in the News? On July 14, 2023, in Paris, President Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister Narendra Modi elevated the ‘Partnership for the Planet’ as a key pillar of the Indo-French Horizon 2047 Roadmap. This decision underscores deepened …
Read MoreWhy in the news? NTPC’s shares have surged, reflecting investor optimism about the potential value of its renewable energy subsidiary, NTPC Green Energy, which aims to significantly expand its capacity by FY32. The company plans to scale its renewable energy capacity to 60,000 MW by FY32, making up 46% of its total capacity target. Source:researchgate …
Read MoreWhy in the news? GAIL (India) Ltd has commissioned its maiden 10 MW green hydrogen plant in Vijaipur, Madhya Pradesh. This step signifies GAIL’s foray into new and alternative energy sources, expanding beyond natural gas. Source:GeeksforGeeks About Green Hydrogen: Produced using renewable energy sources (e.g., wind, solar). Generates no greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions during production. …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Centre has approved 12 projects under the Green Credit Program (GCP), aimed at incentivizing voluntary environmental actions. 24 additional plans from state forest departments are currently under consideration for approval. Source:Outlookplanet Green Credit Program (GCP): Market-based mechanism for voluntary environmental actions. Targets individuals, communities, and private sector Part of the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Adani Green Energy’s wind energy project in Sri Lanka’s Mannar and Pooneryn districts faces legal challenge. The petition filed by the Wildlife and Nature Protection Society (WNPS) cites potential environmental impact and lack of transparency. Mannar Island is crucial for migratory species, being the southernmost point of the Central Asian Flyway. …
Read MoreSYLLABUS: GS 2: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment. Focus: The recent heatwave has reminded us of the stark risks posed by climate change and highlighted the criticality of the efforts taken by the Conference of Parties (COP). Source: Economics Times The recent heatwave has starkly reminded us of the urgent need to …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India becomes the third-largest solar power producer, surpassing Japan; global renewable energy trends indicate a shift towards sustainability. source:firstindia About India Rises to Third Position in Solar Power Production: In 2023, India surpassed Japan to become the world’s third-largest producer of solar power, according to a report by Ember. India generated …
Read MoreWhy in the news? NABARD unveils Climate Strategy 2030 to address India’s green financing needs; DLF pledges sustainable development initiatives. source:slideserve About NABARD’s Green Financing Strategy: NABARD unveils its ‘Climate Strategy 2030’ document on Earth Day to address India’s green financing needs. India requires $170 billion annually to achieve $2.5 trillion by 2030, but current …
Read MoreIntroduction Minerals are naturally occurring substances found on and beneath the Earth’s surface. They can exist in various forms, solid and liquid, and are distributed across different geological layers: the crust, mantle, and core. The process of mineral formation often begins with lava; as it cools, it crystallizes into diverse types of minerals. These minerals …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Residential rooftop solar market booming due to policy push, simplification, and demand surge, with SolarSquare leveraging opportunities. source:slideserve About the SolarSquare’s Market Strategy: Started as a B2B rooftop solar company in 2015, shifted focus to residential market in 2020 due to pandemic-induced demand. Addresses consumer pain points with high-quality installation, reliable …
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