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COP26: Economic Implications of India’s targets
On November 1, 2021, at COP26 climate summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced 2070 as the India’s target to reach net zero carbon emissions. Key Points India’s announcement came as a surprise to delegates in Glasgow, as India had rejected ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
What is the Global Methane Pledge?
The Global Methane Pledge was launched on November 2, 2021 at the ongoing UN COP26 climate conference in Glasgow. Highlights As of now, more than 90 countries have signed this pledge. Global Methane Pledge is an effort led by the United States ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2021
Report: Africa’s glaciers to disappear soon
World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and other agency released its new report on October 19, 2021. In its report, these agencies warned that, Africa’s rare glaciers are going to disappear in next two decades because of climate change. Key facts The ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2021
Heat deaths due to Global Warming
Recently a study was conducted to calculate human cost of climate change. According to it, more than one-third of world’s heat deaths are related to global warming each year. Key Findings According to scientists, more people die from other extreme ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2021
Global Methane Assessment launched by UNEP and CCAC
The United Nations recently launched the Global Methane Assessment. It was released by Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) and the United Nations Environment Programme. The Climate Clean Air Coalition is a global partnership of governments and non-state partners. The ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2021
Net Zero Producer Forum
Saudi Arabia recently announced that it is to join Canada, US, Qatar and Norway in forming the Net Zero Producers Forum. Net Zero Producers Forum The forum has been formed for the oil and gas producers to discuss how to ..