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11Apr 2025

Can Smarter Indoor Design Improve Air Quality?

Why in the News ? As urban dwellers spend up to 90% of time indoors, experts highlight the growing risk of indoor air pollution. On World Health Day 2025, attention turned to whether building design can reduce health risks from poor indoor air quality. Can Building Design Make a Difference? Proper design can drastically improve …

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10Apr 2025

Arctic Carbon Sink Turns Source Amid Rising Wildfires

Why in the News ? A new study reveals the Arctic Boreal Zone has begun releasing more carbon than it absorbs due to intensifying wildfires and permafrost thaw, marking a shift from carbon sink to source and raising concerns over climate change feedback loops. Intensifying Wildfires Worldwide: Wildfires across the S. (Texas, Oklahoma, California), Japan, …

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07Apr 2025

Brazil Proposes UN-Backed Global Climate Action Council

Why in News ? Ahead of COP30 in November 2025, Brazil has proposed forming a Global Climate Council under the UNFCCC to accelerate climate action. The move aims to simplify decision-making and improve coordination, though some developed nations have responded with cautious interest. Brazil’s Global Climate Proposal: Brazil has proposed the formation of a Global …

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25Mar 2025

Thawing Permafrost in Kashmir: Emerging Risks and Implications

Syllabus: GS – 3- Permafrost , cryosphere , environmental damage , Jammu and Kashmir region Focus : This article examines the emerging risks posed by the thawing of permafrost in the Kashmir Himalayas, highlighting its impact on infrastructure, hydrology, and environmental stability. It underscores the necessity for integrated monitoring, strategic infrastructure planning, and community preparedness …

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