Global Energy Transition Index: India ranks 74th

On May 13, 2020, the World Economic Forum released Global Energy Transition Index (GET Index). India has moved up to 74th rank showing improvements in key parameters such as energy security, growth and environmental sustainability. About the index The World Economic Forum has ranked 115 countries based on GET Index in its report “WEF Fostering ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2020

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

Topics: Energy security • Environmental Sustainability • Global Energy Transition Index • Inclusive Growth • Smart metering • World Economic Forum

Environmental Impact Assessment amended by Environment Ministry

The Ministry of Environment has recategorized all the bulk drugs manufacturers under category ‘A’ to category ‘B2’. An Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Notification 2006 was amended in order to achieve this. Highlights The projects that are falling under Category A require mandatory EIA. On the other hand, the projects under Category B2 are exempted from ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2020

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Topics: COVID-19 • Environment Policies • Environment Protection • Environment Protection Act 1986 • Environmental Clearances • Environmental impact assessment • Environmental Sustainability • extension of lock down

Meghalaya becomes 1st state to ensure Water Conservation

Meghalaya became 1st state in India to ensure conservation of water and have its own State Water Policy. This move comes following a nod given by State Cabinet for the purpose. Key Highlights The draft policy was approved by Meghalaya’s State Cabinet in a meeting chaired by state’s Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma. Amid water ..

Month: Current Affairs - July, 2019

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Topics: Catchment Areas • Common-pool resource • Conrad K Sangma • Environmental Sustainability • Integrated water resources management • Meghalaya • State Water Policy • Water conservation • Water pollution