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
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Clean energy is the key to COVID-19 recovery
Synopsis – United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) report shows that energy demand reductions mainly impacted fossil fuels. But Renewable energy development continued to grow throughout 2020. This shows that clean energy is key to the COVID-19 recovery, not fossil fuels. Introduction- UN-ESCAP released the Regional Trends Report, 2021.… Continue reading Clean energy is the key to COVID-19 recovery
What is “Extinction Rebellion”?
What is the News? Delhi Police have named environmental activists Disha Ravi, Nikita Jacob, and Shantanu Muluk, in its report. These activists were volunteers of the “Extinction Rebellion” movement. It seeks to call attention to the climate change emergency. Extinction Rebellion It was launched in the United Kingdom in 2018 as a response to a… Continue reading What is “Extinction Rebellion”?
“Hydrogen as a Fuel”: Applications, Advantages and Disadvantages
What is the news? In the Budget 2021-22, the Government of India announced the National Hydrogen Mission. This mission will aim at generating hydrogen from green power sources and using it as a fuel. Read more about Green Energy Initiatives in Budget 2021 About Hydrogen fuel Hydrogen is the chemical element with the symbol H… Continue reading “Hydrogen as a Fuel”: Applications, Advantages and Disadvantages
Green Energy Initiatives in Budget 2021- Explained
Green energy initiatives are one of the most focused sectors in Budget 2021. India is already the 4th largest country in terms of total Renewable Energy installed capacity in the world. With the help of budgetary allocation and private participation, India has all the chances to be a global leader in green energy. But it… Continue reading Green Energy Initiatives in Budget 2021- Explained
“Global Climate Risk Index 2021” – India is 7th Worst Hit Nation
What is the News? German watch, the Germany-based think tank, released the Global Climate Risk Index,2021. About the Index Data Sources: The index is prepared based on the data from the Munich Re NatCatSERVICE11. The data is identified as one of the most reliable and complete databases worldwide, on this matter. Other than that, It… Continue reading “Global Climate Risk Index 2021” – India is 7th Worst Hit Nation
PM addressed “Climate Adaptation Summit 2021”
What is the News? The Prime Minister of India addressed the Climate Adaptation Summit 2021 virtually. About Climate Adaptation Summit 2021 Climate Adaptation Summit 2021: The summit is being hosted online by the Netherlands Government. Aim: CAS is aimed to accelerate, innovate and scale up global efforts in adapting to the effects of climate change.… Continue reading PM addressed “Climate Adaptation Summit 2021”
Global Risk Report, 2021
Why in News? The World Economic Forum(WEF) has released the 16th edition of the Global Risk Report, 2021. Report findings are based on the Global Risks Perception Survey (GRPS). GRPS was undertaken by more than 650 members of leadership communities of WEF (World Economic Forum). Aim: To highlight the risks and consequences of widening inequalities… Continue reading Global Risk Report, 2021
UNEP releases Adaptation Gap Report 2020
Why in News? United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has released the Adaptation Gap Report 2020. Key Facts: Adaptation: It is one of the pillars of Paris accord. It involves increasing capacity and reduction of vulnerability of countries and communities to climate-related disasters. This capacity will be built by national efforts and funding mechanisms. Aim of the report: The report aims to indicate national and international efforts to advance adaptation. Findings of the Adaptation Gap report,… Continue reading UNEP releases Adaptation Gap Report 2020
Implication of warming in Arctic region
Synopsis- Warming in the Arctic region has many implications and the geopolitics is also changing in the region. Introduction- The Arctic has been warming twice as fast as the rest of the planet, with higher temperatures pushing sea ice into a loop of melting and thinning. Since 1980, the amount of summer ice in cubic kilometers has decreased by an… Continue reading Implication of warming in Arctic region
