What is the News? According to a study published in the journal Biological Conservation, 90% of the endemic species will face extinction unless the goals of the Paris Agreement are met. Note: Endemic species are those plants and animals that exist only in one geographical region. Species can be endemic to an island, state, nation,… Continue reading Achieving Paris Agreement is the key to save “endemic species”: Study
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India’s policy towards Climate change
Synopsis: India adopted a liberal policy towards climate change in the pandemic era. This might generate significant negative impacts, thus demanding a comprehensive review. Background: Recently a meeting took place between U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate, John Kerry and PM Narendra Modi. The U.S has shown commitment to support India’s initiatives to combat climate… Continue reading India’s policy towards Climate change
Net Zero Emission Principle is not in Line with India’s National Ambitions
Synopsis: The principle of Net Zero emission is against Climate Justice. It needs reworking considering the national priorities of developing countries like India. Background The Paris Agreement, explicitly recognized that the peak of emissions will take longer for developing countries. It is to be achieved in the context of “sustainable development and efforts to eradicate… Continue reading Net Zero Emission Principle is not in Line with India’s National Ambitions
Carbon neutrality is against the interest of Developing countries
Synopsis: Developed countries are using the call for net zero emissions or carbon neutrality by 2050, to evade the historical responsibility. Further, they are using such targets to transfer their burdens to developing countries. Background Many countries are supporting the idea of becoming Carbon neutral (net-zero emissions) by 2050. However, the idea of developing Carbon… Continue reading Carbon neutrality is against the interest of Developing countries
Net Zero Emissions Target for India – Explained, Pointwise
Introduction Globally, the idea of net-zero emissions by 2050 gaining momentum. It is advised by many countries as a solution to tackle Climate Change. So far 58 countries have announced net zero emissions targets. Together these countries account for more than half the world’s current GHG emissions. In the next 30 years, they all aim… Continue reading Net Zero Emissions Target for India – Explained, Pointwise
Working towards Climate Justice
Synopsis: New Delhi has to control its green commitment to guarantee carbon and policy space for its developmental goals. It will ensure Climate Justice. Introduction Joe Biden in the U.S. Presidential elections promised to lead a major diplomatic push to increase global climate ambition. The U.S. is moving back to Obama’s achievement of the Paris… Continue reading Working towards Climate Justice
Why India should Focus More on Climate Change Adaptation?
Synopsis- Climate Change initiatives are not working as per their aims. India’s climate policy should focus on Climate Change Adaptation measures instead of emission mitigation. Introduction The United Nations COP-26 summit is set to take place in Glasgow in November 2021. This conference was originally scheduled to be held last year but delayed due to… Continue reading Why India should Focus More on Climate Change Adaptation?
An evaluation of India’s actions against Climate Change
Synopsis: Events like Uttarakhand and Texas demand urgent climate action. However, the actions of India against climate change are not sufficient. How Uttarakhand floods and extreme events in Texas are related to Global warming? Natural disasters such as Himalayan glacier flooding and extreme cold wave in Texas (USA) are the consequences of global warming. In… Continue reading An evaluation of India’s actions against Climate Change
Russia’s “Arktika-M satellite” to monitor Arctic climate
What is the News? Russia has successfully launched the Arktika-M satellite. The satellite was launched from the Soyuz carrier rocket from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. About Arktika-M Satellite: Arktika-M satellite is a remote-sensing and emergency communications satellite Objective: It is designed to monitor the climate and environment in the Arctic region. Russia plans to send… Continue reading Russia’s “Arktika-M satellite” to monitor Arctic climate
Issues in the Process of Decarbonization
Synopsis- Grid failure in Texas and flash flood in Uttarakhand highlighted the issues in the process of decarbonization. Introduction Almost every major country has agreed to a time-bound, “net-zero” carbon emissions target. They are also in agreement over the steps required for decarbonization. However, it is not sufficient to just set the targets. There are… Continue reading Issues in the Process of Decarbonization
