CRISPR
It is a simple yet powerful tool for editing genomes. It allows researcher to easily alter DNA sequences and modify gene function.
Read MoreTogether find environment, a website for the UPSC IAS prelims and main exam
It is a simple yet powerful tool for editing genomes. It allows researcher to easily alter DNA sequences and modify gene function.
Read MoreThe new logo of Earth Hour is “60+” that represents the commitment from every single hand towards the protection of our planet.
Read MoreThe e-eye is a software-based system where high resolution thermal and infrared cameras capture all activities. Used for tracking tigers.
Read MoreA heat wave, is a period of excessively hot weather, which may be accompanied by high humidity, especially in oceanic climate countries.
Read MoreGreen tax is also called as pollution tax or environmental tax and is the tax levied on all the goods that cause environmental pollution. It is believed that charging tax on emissions will help bring about changes in firms and households.
Read MoreA carbon footprint is the total amount of greenhouse gases (including carbon dioxide and methane) that are generated by our actions.Measured per person, India’s emissions are still very low – at only 1.8 tonnes of CO2 per capita – which is much lower than the world average of 4.2 tonnes.
Read Moreis a symbol of positive actions taken by individuals or groups to restore harmony in our environment.
Read MoreArmy men are involved in various environment protection activities under the Eco Task Force.
Read MoreMOEF has set up Eco Clubs in schools for involving school children in environmental protection activities.
Read MoreGovernment of India introduced concept of eco-mark to bring about consumer awareness in 1991. Its symbol is “Earthen Pitcher” (a symbol of eco friendliness).
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