News: A study commissioned by the Observer Research Foundation, has found that the retreat of glaciers in the Himalayan Hindu Kush region is affecting the surface water and groundwater availability in the region. Facts: Himalayan Hindu Kush region It is famously known as the earth’s “third pole” as it forms the largest area of permanent… Continue reading Glacier retreat in Himalayas to cause water crisis: study
Category: Factly: Environment
This category contains all Current Affairs Factly Articles for Prelims, related to the Environment. You can find all relevant Environment related updates on this page. This page is specifically useful for UPSC Prelims exam.
In a first, eight Indian beaches recommended for ‘Blue Flag’ eco-label
News: Union Environment Ministry has announced that the Indian Government has recommended eight Indian beaches for the “Blue Flag” certification. Facts: The eight beaches are Shivrajpur in Gujarat, Ghoghla in Daman & Diu, Kasarkod and Padubidri beach in Karnataka, Kappad in Kerala, Rushikonda in Andhra Pradesh, Golden beach of Odisha and Radhanagar beach in Andaman… Continue reading In a first, eight Indian beaches recommended for ‘Blue Flag’ eco-label
Global Initiative to reduce Land Degradation and Coral Reef program
News: Global Initiative to reduce Land Degradation and Coral Reef program has been launched at G20 Environment Ministers Meet. Facts: Global Initiative to reduce Land Degradation: It aims to strengthen the implementation of existing frameworks to prevent, halt and reverse land degradation within G20 member states and globally taking into account possible implications on the… Continue reading Global Initiative to reduce Land Degradation and Coral Reef program
Krishna-Godavari(KG) basin, an excellent source of fuel methane
News: According to a study by the Pune-based Agharkar Research Institute (ARI) of the Science & Technology Ministry, Krishna-Godavari(KG) basin holds a massive reserve of methane hydrate and a rich source of cleaner natural gas. Facts: Methane: It is a clean and economical fuel and is a major constituent of natural gas.Compared to other hydrocarbon… Continue reading Krishna-Godavari(KG) basin, an excellent source of fuel methane
Global CO2 emissions to fall by up to 7% in 2020 due to Covid-19
News: United in Science 2020 report has been released by the UN Secretary General. Facts: About the report: The report aims to bring together the latest climate science related updates from a group of key global partner organizations — World Meteorological Organization(WMO), Global Carbon Project (GCP), UNESCO Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (UNESCO-IOC), Intergovernmental Panel on Climate… Continue reading Global CO2 emissions to fall by up to 7% in 2020 due to Covid-19
Environment Ministry rejects plea for exemption from forest penalty
News: The Ministry of Mines has requested the Environment Ministry to exempt it from paying Net Present Value(NPV) for digging exploratory boreholes in forests.However, the Environment Ministry has refused saying that it would be ‘inappropriate’ to grant such an exemption as this was mandated by the Supreme Court. Facts: Net Present Value(NPV): It is a… Continue reading Environment Ministry rejects plea for exemption from forest penalty
Climate crisis could displace 1.2 billion people by 2050: Report
News: Institute for Economics & Peace(IEP) has released the inaugural edition of the report titled “Ecological Threat Register(ETR)”. Facts: About the report: The report measures the ecological threats countries are currently facing and provides projections to 2050. Key Highlights from the report: About 1.2 billion people could be forced to leave their homes in the… Continue reading Climate crisis could displace 1.2 billion people by 2050: Report
World Solar Technology Summit
News: Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas has addressed the first World Solar Technology Summit. Facts: World Solar Technology Summit(WSTS): It has been organised by International Solar Alliance(ISA) and Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry(FICCI). Aim: To bring together key stakeholders to discuss the highlights of solar technologies, cost-wise; technology-wise, technology transfers,… Continue reading World Solar Technology Summit
Sonneratia alba to be state mangrove tree in Maharashtra
News: Maharashtra is set to become the first state in the country to declare Sonneratia alba as a state mangrove tree species. Facts: Sonneratia alba or mangrove apple: It is an evergreen mangrove tree in the family Lythraceae. Distribution: It grows naturally in many tropical and subtropical areas from East Africa to the Indian subcontinent,… Continue reading Sonneratia alba to be state mangrove tree in Maharashtra
UN report flags changes in food system to boost climate action
News: World Wildlife Fund(WWF), UN Environment Programme (UNEP), EAT and Climate Focus has released a report titled “Enhancing Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) for Food Systems”. Facts: Aim: To help policymakers adopt food systems solutions and set more ambitious targets and measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and limit global warming to 1.5 degree Celsius which… Continue reading UN report flags changes in food system to boost climate action
