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Syllabus: GS 3: Environment Why in the News? European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (EU-CBAM) has generated global controversy, particularly at COP29 in Baku, as developing countries, including India, condemn it as discriminatory. Introduction European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (EU-CBAM) has stirred a global debate on protectionist measures veiled as climate action. Framed …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India’s ambitious net-zero goal by 2070 faces challenges like surging energy demand, land-use constraints, and resource limitations, requiring innovative strategies amid global climate action discussions at COP-29. Net-Zero Commitments and Challenges: India has pledged to achieve net-zero emissions by 2070 to combat climate change. However, this path involves challenges such as …
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? The government has introduced guidelines to prevent companies from making false environmental claims, requiring verifiable evidence for sustainability claims in advertisements to combat greenwashing. Greenwashing Guidelines Introduced by the Government: The government has issued guidelines to prevent companies from making false or misleading environmental claims. These guidelines, issued by the Central …
Read MoreProposed Mahadayi Tiger Reserve & Kalasa-Banduri Project In July 2023, the Goa bench of the Bombay High Court directed the Goa government to notify the Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary as a tiger reserve . This decision followed demands from conservationists after a long legal battle. The Mhadei region, located in the Sahyadri mountain range—a UNESCO World …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS – 3 – Sustainable development , Inclusive growth , Innovation , Digital India Mission Why in News The Global Digital Compact (GDC) is in the news following its adoption at the UN’s Summit of the Future, aiming to regulate digital technologies and advance global cooperation for sustainable development. Focus : This article delves …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Swachh Bharat Mission Urban 2.0 struggles to clear legacy landfill sites, with only 38% of waste remediated and ongoing challenges in waste management and planning. Status of Landfill Clearance: The Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) Urban 2.0 launched in 2021 aims to clear 2,400 legacy landfill sites by 2025-2026. Only 38% …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The United Nations marked September 29 as International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste, emphasising its role in addressing hunger, reducing waste, and mitigating environmental impacts. About the Global Concern on Food Loss and Waste (FLW): The United Nations has designated September 29 as International Day of Awareness of …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Global warming has intensified in 2023-2024, leading to unpredictable weather patterns. Current climate models are struggling to accurately predict events like monsoons, hurricanes, and El Niño due to accelerated warming effects. Unexpected Trends in 2023-2024: Meteorologists predicted the 2023 El Niño but were surprised by the extreme warming in 2023-2024. Factors …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Prime Minister addressed the ‘Summit of the Future’ in New York, themed “Multilateral Solutions for a Better Tomorrow.” The event saw participation from numerous global leaders. Key Highlights of the Address: The Prime Minister shared India’s vision for a sustainable future, representing one-sixth of humanity. He emphasised a human-centric approach …
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