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What is Bomb Cyclone?
An important weather phenomenon is approaching the US West Coast, which is known as a “bomb cyclone,” and is expected to bring extreme conditions. A strong atmospheric river will intensify the storm, causing potential destruction across several states. A bomb ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Dengue Surge Linked to Climate Change
Dengue fever cases are at record levels worldwide, with studies linking 19% of the rise to climate change, which is expected to worsen by 2050. Predictions indicate a potential 40-60% rise in cases, with some areas facing increases of 150-200%. ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Odisha Launches ‘Compendium of Regenerative Agriculture’
The Government of Odisha has initiated an important step towards sustainable agriculture. In collaboration with ICRISAT, they launched a ‘Compendium of Regenerative Agriculture’. This launch took place at the International Symposium on Shree Anna and Forgotten Foods in Bhubaneshwar. Key ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Agriculture Current Affairs
India’s Energy Workforce Growth in 2023
India’s workforce in 2023 was about 566 million, with the energy sector providing over 8.5 million jobs, making up around 1.5 percent of total employment, according to a report by the International Energy Agency (IEA). Clean Energy Job Growth Jobs ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Temperate Rainforests Face Severe Climate Threats
Recent research marks that over 68 percent of these ecosystems could vanish by 2100 if current greenhouse gas emissions continue, which is termed ‘business-as-usual.’ Temperate rainforests are unique and vital, yet they occupy less than one percent of the Earth’s ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
UAE Launches Global Energy Efficiency Alliance
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has revealed plans for the Global Energy Efficiency Alliance during COP29, which aims to double global energy efficiency rates by 2030 and also seeks to reduce carbon emissions. The announcement builds on commitments made during ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
44% Coral Species Face Extinction: IUCN Red List
The recent report by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) shows that 44% of reef-building coral species are now at risk of extinction, up from 33% in 2008. These alarming findings were discussed at the 29th Conference of ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
What is Net Zero?
The urgency to combat climate change has led to global commitments to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. The United Nations emphasizes the need for drastic reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. This goal requires collective action from governments, businesses, and ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
What is New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG)?
The 29th Conference of Parties (COP29) is underway in Baku. Delegates from 190 countries are negotiating critical climate finance measures. The New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) is a focal point. It aims to secure $5-6.8 trillion for developing countries by ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Methane Emissions and Climate Change Concerns
Methane emissions are rising rapidly, and this trend poses an important threat to climate change mitigation efforts. Scientists and policymakers are calling for immediate action. Nearly 160 countries have committed to reducing methane emissions by 30% from 2020 levels by ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs