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Asia Pacific Cities Summit Opens in Dubai 2025 Why in the News? The 2025 Asia Pacific Cities Summit and Mayors’ Forum opened in Expo City Dubai, marking the event’s first-ever edition in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia region. Over 15,000 leaders from 600 cities gathered to discuss urban innovation and resilience, including strategies …
Read More8th International Solar Alliance Assembly Begins in Delhi Why in the News? The 8th Session of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly has begun at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, with participation from 124 countries and over 40 ministers, aiming to deepen global cooperation and accelerate solar adoption for a sustainable future. This global initiative parallels …
Read MoreIndia’s Stand at G20 Environmental Meeting in South Africa – Key Summary Event Context: The G20 Climate and Environmental Sustainability Working Group (CESWG) Ministerial Meeting took place in South Africa, with India represented by Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav. The session focused on advancing global cooperation in climate action, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable development. India’s Core …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The IUCN World Heritage Outlook 4, released at the World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi, warns that climate change is now the biggest threat to the world’s natural World Heritage sites, impacting nearly 43% of them, surpassing all other environmental pressures. This report showcases the newest findings on the state …
Read MoreAsia’s Carbon Capture Drive Threatens Climate Targets Why in the News? A new Climate Analytics report warns that Asia’s dependence on Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) could lead to 25 billion tonnes of extra emissions by 2050, undermining the Paris Agreement’s 1.5°C goal and locking the region into fossil fuel dependence. This situation parallels concerns …
Read More11th World Green Economy Summit Opens in Dubai Why in the News? The 11th World Green Economy Summit (WGES) commenced in Dubai, bringing together 3,300 participants from over 30 countries under the theme “Innovating for Impact: Accelerating the Future of the Green Economy.” The summit aims to foster global collaboration on sustainable development and climate …
Read MoreIndia Launches National Geothermal Energy Policy Framework Why in the News ? The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has launched the National Geothermal Energy Policy to utilize India’s vast geothermal potential. The policy aims to boost research, collaboration, and best practices while assigning regulatory responsibility to MNRE. This initiative aligns with the constitutional …
Read MoreThis image outlines the transformation of plastic waste into usable fuels like diesel and gas via pyrolysis—addressing pollution, resource recovery, and sustainable energy. It’s vital for understanding modern waste-to-energy solutions and environmental management in UPSC.
Read MoreGreen Credits Now Linked to Canopy Density Why in the News? The Union Environment Ministry has revised rules under the Green Credit Programme (GCP), linking credits to tree survival and canopy density rather than mere numbers. Green credits will now be awarded after five years, only if 40% canopy density is achieved. Key Changes in …
Read MoreBRICS Nations Reject EU’s Carbon Border Tax Why in the News? BRICS nations have strongly condemned the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), calling it unilateral, discriminatory, and unfair. This marks their toughest stance yet against climate-linked trade measures that affect developing economies’ competitiveness and development goals. BRICS Statement on Climate Measures: BRICS nations, …
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