The 27th Conference of the Parties (COP27) marks another pivotal moment in the global effort to address climate change and its multifaceted impacts
UPSC Notes
COP 26 – Major Outcomes of COP26, India at COP26 – UPSC Environment Notes
COP26, the 26th Conference of Parties, is a gathering convened by the UNFCCC (United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change).
Carbon markets serve as a mechanism for assigning a value to carbon emissions, facilitating the exchange of carbon credits with the overarching aim of mitigating emissions.
The Glasgow Climate Pact – UPSC Environment Notes
The Glasgow Climate Pact (GCP) found approval from 196 parties during the COP26 climate change conference in Glasgow.
UNEP Emissions Gap Report – UPSC Environment Notes
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has recently published the Emissions Gap Report 2023, titled “Broken Record – Temperatures hit new highs, yet world fails to cut emissions (again).”
European Green New Deal – UPSC Environment Notes
Against the backdrop of the unsuccessful attempts by the global community to secure an agreement at the recently concluded COP 25, the European Union (EU) introduced a climate action plan called the European Green Deal.
How Can Net Zero Emissions Be Achieved? – India’s Objection to Net Zero – UPSC Environment Notes
Achieving net zero emissions is imperative for mitigating the adverse effects of climate change and ensuring the sustainability of our planet for future generations.
Net Zero Emissions and Carbon Neutrality – UPSC Environment Notes
Net zero emissions and carbon neutrality have emerged as essential concepts in the global fight against climate change. In a world increasingly plagued
China-U.S. Deal on Emission Cuts – UPSC Environment Notes
Leading up to the international summit, China and the United States forged a significant agreement, setting a clear timetable to address the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
Climate Neutral Now – UPSC Environment Notes
In 2015, the Secretariat of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) launched a significant initiative known as “Climate Neutral Now.”