Current Affair Category: Environment & Ecology

Why  in News? Prime Minister Narendra Modi has recently virtually inaugurated the 2nd International Conference on Green Hydrogen, which is being held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi from September 11-13, 2024. What is Green Hydrogen: Green hydrogen is created by use of renewable energy sources such as solar or wind which generates clean electricity […]

India has secured the top spot as biggest plastic polluter in the world, releasing 9.3 million tonnes (Mt) annually, according to a new study. This amounts to roughly one-fifth of global plastic emissions. This could be because official statistics do not include rural areas, the open burning of uncollected waste, or waste recycled by the informal […]

Why in News? Recently, the union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change presented the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan award 2024 on the occasion of International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies. About Swachh Vayu Survekshan Award: It is an initiative by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) to rank cities on […]

Teal carbon refers to the carbon stored in aquatic ecosystems, particularly in freshwater bodies such as lakes, rivers, wetlands, and streams. It complements other types of carbon storage such as: Blue carbon: Found in marine and coastal ecosystems like mangroves, salt marshes, and seagrasses. Green carbon: Stored in terrestrial ecosystems, primarily forests and grasslands. Key […]

The GH2 Certification Scheme refers to a global framework designed to certify green hydrogen production, ensuring that hydrogen is produced in an environmentally sustainable and socially responsible manner. Developed by the Green Hydrogen Organisation (GH2), this certification aims to promote the large-scale adoption of green hydrogen as a clean energy source to combat climate change. […]

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) stated September 3, 2024 that the problem of tanneries in Kanpur Nagar, Uttar Pradesh releasing contaminated water into the drains that flow into the river Ganga has brought significant concerns about adherence to environmental regulations. The court directed the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board; Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change; Central […]

The BioE3 Policy, also known as the Biotechnology for Economy, Environment, and Employment Policy, is an initiative aimed at leveraging biotechnology to drive economic growth, protect the environment, and create employment opportunities in India. Below are the key points about the BioE3 Policy: 1. Objective: The primary objective of the BioE3 Policy is to harness […]

Gir National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary, located in the state of Gujarat, India, is one of the most important and well-known wildlife sanctuaries in the country. It is particularly famous as the last abode of the Asiatic lion, which is a critically endangered species. Overview of Gir National Park Location: Gir National Park is situated […]

Kaanu, a South Indian Adivasi Knowledge Centre, will be launched at the Tribal Health Resource Centre (THRC) at BR Hills, Karnataka. About BR Hills: Biligiriranga Hills, commonly known as BR Hills, is a hill range situated in the southern part of Karnataka, India. It forms the border between the Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats and is a biodiversity hotspot, […]

Zero-emission trucking refers to the development and deployment of trucks that produce no direct tailpipe emissions, contributing to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. This concept is critical for the transportation and logistics industry, which has traditionally relied on diesel-powered vehicles that contribute significantly to carbon emissions. Key Technologies in Zero-Emission Trucking: […]