Anamalai Tiger Reserve : Siena Drone Photo Awards 2023 An elephant image shot at Anamalai Tiger Reserve (ATR) has emerged as the winner in the Wildlife category of the Siena Drone Photo Awards 2023, announced recently. Anamalai Tiger Reserve is a protected area located at an altitude of 1400 m in the Anamalai Hills of […]
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Senegal Has Become The Fourth Country To Sign The JET-P Deal
Senegal Has Become The Fourth Country To Sign The JET-P Deal: Senegal signed the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JET-P) deal. Just Energy Transition Partnership (JET-P) is a mechanism for multilateral financing by developed countries to support an energy transition in developing countries. It aims to reduce emissions in the energy sector and accelerate the coal […]
64th Global Environment Facility
64th Global Environment Facility: At the 64th Global Environment Facility (GEF) council meeting in Brazil, the governing body approved the disbursement of $1.4 billion to accelerate efforts to tackle the climate, biodiversity and pollution crises. Other decisions: Of the total 4 billion, $653 million has been allocated specifically for biodiversity, aiming to support countries in […]
Sea lion : Found Dead Or Sick On California Beaches
Sea lion : Found Dead Or Sick On California Beaches Hundreds of sea lions are found dead or sick on California beaches due to toxic offshore algae blooms. Sealion is a marine mammal that belongs to the family Otariidae. These are known for their semi-aquatic lifestyle, spending a significant amount of time both on land […]
UTPRERAK : Centre Of Excellence To Accelerate Adoption Of Energy Efficient
UTPRERAK : Centre Of Excellence To Accelerate Adoption Of Energy Efficient The Union Minister of State for Power inaugurated UTPRERAK, a dedicated Centre of Excellence, to accelerate industry adoption of clean technologies in New Delhi. The Unnat Takniki Pradarshan Kendra (UTPRERAK) is the Centre of Excellence to Accelerate Adoption of Energy Efficient Technologies and seeks […]
What Is Watermelon Snow?
What Is Watermelon Snow? Watermelon snow is a captivating natural phenomenon observed in snowy mountainous regions, including Utah, where the snow takes on a red and pink hue. This unique occurrence has been attributed to a specific type of algae and has fascinated both scientists and nature enthusiasts alike. It is a result of a […]
Greenwashing
Greenwashing: The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) recently released a new set of G20-backed global rules aimed at helping regulators crack down on greenwashing. Greenwashing is the process of conveying a false impression or misleading information about how a company’s products are environmentally sound. Greenwashing involves making an unsubstantiated claim to deceive consumers into believing […]
Pelagic Birds : Sighted
Pelagic Birds : Sighted Birdwatchers and enthusiasts of Gujarat have recently reported sightings of Pelagic birds in places not typically associated with their presence. Pelagic Birds are seabirds that live on open seas and oceans rather than inland or around more restricted waters such as lakes and rivers. They can be found thousands of miles […]
Hasarius Mumbai : New Species Of Jumping Spider
Hasarius Mumbai : New Species Of Jumping Spider A new species of jumping spider named ‘Hasarius Mumbai’ was recently discovered from the rocks close to the streams at the Bombay Natural History Society’s (BNHS) conservation education centre in Goregaon East. Hasarius Mumbai is a newly discovered species of jumping spider. These are spiders who, instead […]
Red-Eared Sliders Turtle : Seized
Red-Eared Sliders Turtle : Seized Officers of the Customs Air Intelligence Unit (AIU) seized 6,850 live red-eared sliders, a species of turtle, from two male passengers who arrived at the Tiruchi international airport. Red-eared sliders turtle is native to the southeastern USA and Mexico. It is a semi-aquatic turtle from fresh and brackish water ecosystems. […]
