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17June2022. Introduction: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, inaugurated the “Industrial Decarbonization Summit 2022”- road map for carbon neutrality by 2070 on June 16, 2022. Highlights During the inauguration, minister emphasized on maintaining equilibrium between environment, ecology, and development. The ‘Industrial Decarbonization Summit 2022’ was inaugurated to overcome power shortage because it […]
Read More14June2022. Introduction: According to the 14th Assam rhino estimation, Rhinos in Manas National Park have higher life expectancy, however they need translocation support. About the 14th Assam rhino estimation Rhino census was carried out in all three ranges of Manas National Park namely, Bhuyanpara, Bansbari and Panbari, comprising of 71 estimation blocks. Current rhino population […]
Read More11June 2022. Introduction: Members of the European Parliament recently voted to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2035. Highlights: This voting was held on an amendment, that would have allowed some auto emissions through new vehicles after 2035. This amendment was rejected by Members of Parliament. European Union assembly voted in Strasbourg, […]
Read More10 June 2022. Introduction: Government of Canada has launched “Canada’s Greenhouse Gas Offset Credit System”, in a bid to reduce carbon pollution. Reducing greenhouse gases from waste, which is responsible for 7 percent of greenhouse gases in Canada, is a key component for achieving Canada’s emissions reduction targets. Canada’s Greenhouse Gas Offset Credit System: Canada’s Greenhouse […]
Read More8June 2022. Introduction: Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted that, India has achieved 10 percent ethanol blending of petrol, five months before the schedule. Significance of the blending 10 percent ethanol blending has reduced carbon emission by 27 lakh tonnes. It has saved India’s Rs 41,000 crore on oil imports, in foreign exchange spending. In […]
Read More8June 2022. Introduction: During the celebration of World Environment Day 2022; the Chief Minister of Sikkim, P.S. Golay, declared Blue Duke as “State Butterfly of Sikkim”. Highlights This was announced at Saramsa Garden near Ranipool, in an event organized by Forest department. Blue Duke edged past Krishna Peacock, which was to be announced as State […]
Read More8 June 2022 Maharashtra State Board for Wildlife (MSBWL) recently approved 12 new conservation reserves and 3 wildlife sanctuaries, for boosting wildlife conservation movement and environment protection movement. Highlights: These protected areas (PAs) will have an area of around 1,000 sq km. In this, an area of 692.74 sq km will be for conservation reserves […]
Read More7 June 2022. Introduction: An elephant rescue centre has been established by the forest department of Bihar at Valmiki Tiger Reserve at West Champaran district of Bihar. Highlights The elephant rescue centre will be used to rehabilitate stray, abandoned and injured elephants. This facility is yet to be approved by central government. About Valmiki Tiger […]
Read More7June 2022. Introduction: Global initiative “Lifestyle for Environment Movement” was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of “World Environment Day” on June 5, 2022. Highlights During the launch of initiative, PM noted that, challenges on earth are well-known to all. Thus, there is a need of human-centric, collective efforts and robust action […]
Read More5June 2022. Introduction: The World Environment Day 2022 was observed on June 5. It is led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). World Environment Day : The World Environment Day is celebrated raise awareness on degrading environmental conditions as well as to encourage people worldwide to take positive environmental actions in order to help in creating a […]
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