Renewable energy
Carbon Neutral Airports in India
Carbon neutrality refers to balancing carbon emissions with carbon absorption. It is crucial for mitigating climate change. The aviation sector plays role in this effort. Airports contribute to greenhouse gas emissions, but they can also lead in sustainable practices. Overview ..
India and ADB Sign Loan Agreement For Water Security in Meghalaya
The Government of India has partnered with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and they signed a loan agreement worth $50 million, which aims to enhance water security in Meghalaya and also focuses on climate change adaptation for local communities. Project ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
EU Invests €4.6 Billion in Clean Hydrogen
The European Commission (EC) has announced an investment in clean hydrogen and decarbonization technologies and aims to enhance the EU’s commitment to climate neutrality. The funding will be sourced from the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS). EU Emissions Trading ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
India’s Nuclear Energy Ambitions and Challenges
India has a long history with nuclear energy, with the Atomic Energy Commission established shortly after independence. Over 75 years, the country has developed a nuclear power capacity of 8,180 MW, which includes 2,000 MW from Russia. While this capacity ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
CEA Recognises Surface Hydrokinetic Turbine Technology
The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has recently endorsed Surface Hydrokinetic Turbine (SHKT) technology, which aims to promote innovation in India’s power sector. SHKT technology harnesses the kinetic energy of flowing water. It does so without requiring important water height, unlike ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
What is Peak Oil?
Global oil production is at an important point because the growth of renewable energy is changing things. Worries about climate change are driving this shift, and many wonder how much longer fossil fuels will remain useful. Historical Context of Peak ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Armenia Joins International Solar Alliance
Armenia has become the 104th full member of the International Solar Alliance (ISA). The Armenian Embassy in India announced this important development, which was formalized through the exchange of official documents between Armenia’s Ambassador to India, Vahagn Afyan, and Abhishek ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
India Ranks 10th in Climate Change Index 2025
India has been evaluated in the Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) 2025 and ranks 10th among over 60 countries. This evaluation assesses efforts to combat climate change and the report was released during the UN climate conference in Baku. Key ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs