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European Parliament Ban on Petrol and Diesel Cars

June 11, 2022

Members of the European Parliament recently voted to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2035. Key Facts This voting was held on an amendment, that would have allowed some auto emissions through new vehicles after 2035. This ..

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Canada Carbon Emissions Market

June 10, 2022

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 ..

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India’s achievement in Ethanol Blending

June 8, 2022

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 ..

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Blue Duke: State butterfly of Sikkim

June 8, 2022

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 ..

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New Reserves and Wildlife Sanctuaries of Maharashtra

June 8, 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. Key Facts These protected areas (PAs) will have an area of around 1,000 sq km. ..

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Bihar: Elephant rescue Centre at Valmiki Tiger Reserve

June 7, 2022

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 ..

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LiFE-Lifestyle for Environment Movement

June 7, 2022

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. ..

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World Environment Day 2022

June 6, 2022

The World Environment Day 2022 was observed on June 5. It is led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). Why World Environment Day is celebrated? The World Environment Day is celebrated raise awareness on degrading environmental conditions as well as to encourage ..

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Mandatory Eco-sensitive Zone (ESZ)

June 6, 2022

Recently, the Apex Court directed that every protected forest, national park and wildlife sanctuary across India should have a mandatory eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) of minimum 1 km, starting from demarcated boundaries. Highlights This direction came from a three-judge Bench comprising of Justices ..

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Stockholm+50 Conference -Highlights

June 6, 2022

On June 4, 2022, the Scientists, researchers and activists from across the world gathered in Stockholm. They were expected to issue a strong resolution for to phase out fossil fuels as well as to support developing nations in their transition ..

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