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Why 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 …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India’s first green hydrogen plant commissioned, highlighting commercial viability; Hygenco aims for three more by FY25. About the Commercial Viability of Green Hydrogen Projects: Hygenco, a Haryana-based company, commissioned India’s first green hydrogen plant for steel production in March and plans to build three more by FY25. Anshul Gupta, Co-founder of …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court expands fundamental rights to include protection against climate change effects, emphasising legal gaps in environmental legislation. About the Legal Expansion: The Supreme Court extends the scope of Articles 14 and 21 to encompass the “right against adverse effects of climate change”. Refers to Article 48A and Clause (g) …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-III: Conservation, Environmental Pollution and Degradation, Environmental Impact Assessment Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc Why in the news? India’s green power revolution and its potential ecological impacts are highlighted in recent news discussions and debates. source:slidserve About Ensuring India’s Green Power Revolution Doesn’t Cause Ecological Damage India aims to draw half its …
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