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International Conference on Glaciers’ Preservation The International Conference on Glaciers’ Preservation was hosted by the Government of Tajikistan in Dushanbe from May 29 to June 1. The conference represented an important step in implementing the United Nations resolution declaring 2025 as the International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation. Key Details Aspect Details Conference International Conference on Glaciers’ Preservation. Host Country Hosted by the Government of Tajikistan. Venue Dushanbe, Tajikistan. Dates Held from May 29 to June 1. UN Link Linked with the United Nations resolution declaring 2025 as the International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation. PT Facts Venue: The conference was hosted…
30 April, 2026
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River Revival Program The Uttar Pradesh government has launched a comprehensive River Revival Program for the restoration of small rivers and tributaries across the state. The initiative combines scientific expertise, ecological planning, and inter-departmental coordination for long-term aquatic ecosystem restoration. Key Features of the Program Component Details Main Objective To restore degraded small rivers and tributaries through scientific and ecosystem-based planning. River Coverage Targets 75 small rivers and tributaries across Uttar Pradesh. Technical Institutions Involves premier institutes including IIT Kanpur, IIT BHU, and IIT Roorkee. Planning Approach Revival plans are being prepared using geographical, ecological, and social parameters. Significance of…
07 May, 2026
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EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) Takes Effect On January 1, 2026, the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) officially entered into force. The policy imposes a carbon price on selected imports to ensure that EU climate objectives are not weakened by carbon leakage from countries with less stringent environmental regulations. What is CBAM? Aspect Details Full Form CBAM stands for Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism. Launch Date Entered into force on January 1, 2026. Core Purpose To impose a carbon price on selected imports and prevent carbon leakage. Global Significance Considered the world’s first carbon border tax, setting a…
02 May, 2026
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COP30 in Belém From November 10–21, 2025, COP30, officially the 30th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), took place in Belém, Brazil. COP30 marked 10 years of the Paris Agreement and focused strongly on implementation of climate commitments. What is COP30? Aspect Details Full Form COP means Conference of the Parties. Official Identity COP30 was the 30th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the UNFCCC. Venue Held in Belém, Brazil. Dates Conducted from November 10–21, 2025. Key Facts Point Details Annual Review COP meetings are held annually to…
30 April, 2026
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International Conference on Glaciers’ Preservation 2025 The High-Level International Conference on Glaciers’ Preservation was held in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, from May 29–31, 2025. It acted as the flagship event for the UN’s International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation. Key Outcomes Outcome Details Dushanbe Declaration Adoption of the Dushanbe Declaration on Glacier Preservation. Global Agenda Launch of a Global Agenda for Glaciers to guide international action. UN Trust Fund Mobilization of resources for a UN Trust Fund for glacier protection. Key Facts Fact Explanation UN Resolution The UN General Assembly, initiated by Tajikistan, declared 2025 as the International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation. World…
27 April, 2026
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Seven of Nine Planetary Boundaries Now Breached As of 2025, seven of the nine planetary boundaries are now considered breached. Only Atmospheric Aerosol Loading and Stratospheric Ozone Depletion remain within limit. The Nine Planetary Boundaries Boundary Meaning Climate Change Greenhouse gas concentrations and radiative forcing. Biosphere Integrity Genetic diversity and functional integrity loss. Land-System Change Deforestation and conversion of forests. Freshwater Use Consumption of water from lakes, rivers, and groundwater. Biogeochemical Flows Disruption of global nitrogen and phosphorus cycles. Novel Entities Chemical pollution, plastics, and synthetic materials. Ocean Acidification Increased acidity due to CO2 absorption. Atmospheric Aerosol Loading Fine particles…
27 April, 2026
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US Exits Paris Climate Pact On 27th January 2026, the United States officially exited the Paris Agreement, marking the second withdrawal under President Donald Trump. The withdrawal came a year after President Trump signed the executive order announcing the decision, calling the agreement “unfair and one-sided”. Why did the US Exit? Issue Details US Position President Trump argued that the agreement was “unfair and one-sided”. Industrial Concerns The US administration claimed that climate commitments would harm American industries and economic competitiveness. Major Emitters Trump also argued that major emitters like China were allowed to continue polluting while the US faced…
27 April, 2026
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Atlas of Climate Adaptation in Indian Agriculture On 23rd January 2026, the Atlas of Climate Adaptation in Indian Agriculture was launched in New Delhi by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). The launch marked a major step in India’s climate-resilient agriculture strategy and coincided with the 15-year review of the National Innovations in Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA) programme. What is NICRA? Aspect Details Full Form NICRA stands for National Innovations in Climate Resilient Agriculture. Launch Year NICRA was launched by ICAR in 2011. Objective Enhance resilience of Indian agriculture to climate variability and climate change through research, technology demonstration,…
26 April, 2026
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2025 was the Warmest La Niña Year on Record According to Berkeley Earth’s Annual Temperature Report 2025, 2025 became the warmest La Niña year on record and the 3rd warmest year overall. This was significant because La Niña conditions usually cool global temperatures, yet 2025 remained exceptionally warm. What is La Niña? Aspect Details ENSO Phase La Niña is the cool phase of the El Niño–Southern Oscillation (ENSO). Ocean Condition It is characterised by cooler-than-normal sea surface temperatures in the Equatorial Pacific Ocean. Global Temperature Effect Globally, La Niña generally tends to lower average temperatures. Regional Impacts Its regional impacts…
27 April, 2026
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Net Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA) Shuts Down On 3rd October 2025, the global banking industry’s Net Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA) announced that it would cease operations and officially dissolve. The shutdown followed high-profile exits by major US banks and rising political pressure amid weakening global climate commitments. Aspect Details Closure Announcement NZBA announced its dissolution on 3rd October 2025 after major member exits and growing political pressure. Founding The alliance was first convened in April 2021 by the UN Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI). Main Objective NZBA aimed to align member banks’ lending, investment and capital market activities with…
21 April, 2026
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Energy Security and Climate Action Aligning with India’s Net Zero goals, the budget introduces new technologies and incentives to decarbonise industry. The focus is on carbon capture, renewable fuels, battery storage and solar-linked inputs to strengthen clean energy transition. Initiative Details CCUS Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage has received an outlay of Rs. 20,000 crore over five years. Industrial Readiness The CCUS initiative aims to achieve readiness in five industrial sectors by 2030. Biogas Blended CNG The value of biogas has been excluded while calculating excise duty to promote renewable energy use in CNG blending. Renewable Energy Inputs Customs duty…
21 April, 2026
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Designated National Authority On August 22, 2025, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) constituted the Designated National Authority (DNA) under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. This body is mandatory for implementing Article 6.4 of the Paris Agreement, which governs international carbon markets. Area Details Structure and Composition Head: It is chaired by the Secretary of the Union Environment Ministry. Membership: Includes 21 members from key bodies like the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), NITI Aayog, and the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE). Key Functions Project Evaluation: Assesses and authorizes projects generating Emission Reduction Units (ERUs)…
08 April, 2026
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Greenhouse Gas Emission Intensity (GEI) Target Rules, 2025 On October 8, 2025, the MoEFCC notified the GEI Target Rules, 2025, establishing India’s first legally binding framework for industrial emission reductions. These rules operationalize the domestic carbon market under the Energy Conservation (Amendment) Act, 2022. Key Provision Details Sectoral Scope & Baseline The rules apply to 282 industrial units in the Aluminium, Cement, Pulp & Paper, and Chlor-alkali sectors. The first compliance cycle (FY 2025–27) uses FY 2023–24 as the baseline. Intensity Reduction Targets Each facility must reduce GHG emissions per unit of output. Specific two-year targets range from 3.4% for…
07 April, 2026
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Small Hydro Power Development Scheme The Small Hydro Power Development Scheme was approved on March 21, 2026 to make better use of smaller water bodies for clean electricity generation. It focuses on projects that are smaller in capacity but highly useful for local and regional energy needs. Small hydropower can be particularly valuable in hilly, remote and rural regions where large power plants or long transmission networks may not be practical. The scheme therefore adds a decentralised dimension to India’s renewable energy transition. Aspect Details Classification Hydropower plants with capacity of 25 MW or below are classified as Small Hydro…
01 April, 2026
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India has withdrawn its candidature to host COP33 (2028) under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change process. This decision comes at a time when global climate negotiations are gaining importance, especially for developing countries. Possible Reasons for Withdrawal 1. Administrative and Financial Burden Hosting a Conference of Parties (COP) requires large-scale infrastructure, security arrangements, and significant financial resources. At the same time, India is preparing for other major international events such as the proposed Commonwealth Games 2030, which would demand similar administrative capacity. 2. Political Timing The year 2028 falls close to the 2029 General Elections in India,…
02 May, 2026
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India has amended the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 (in 2026) to ease compliance norms for companies, while continuing to enforce recycling targets under the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework. The amendment seeks to balance environmental goals with industrial flexibility. Key Features of the 2026 Amendment 1. Relaxation in Compliance Provisions The amendment provides flexibility to companies that fail to meet their recycling targets for the financial year 2025–26. Instead of immediate penalties, the unfulfilled targets can be carried forward for up to three subsequent years (from 2026–27). However, companies must clear at least one-third of the deficit each year.…
01 May, 2026
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