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Environment Management

Environment Management refers to the systematic approach to managing human interactions with the environment. It involves policies and practices aimed at protecting natural resources. This includes conservation efforts and sustainable development. Effective environment management promotes ecological balance. It also addresses pollution control and waste management. Overall, it seeks to ensure a healthy environment for future generations.

Catastrophic Coral Bleaching in the Great Barrier Reef

In May 2024, the southern Great Barrier Reef (GBR) experienced a catastrophic coral bleaching event. This event resulted in a shocking 44 per cent mortality rate among corals...

 December 12, 2025

Streamlining Forest Clearance Processes in India

The Forest Advisory Committee (FAC) of India has implemented changes to streamline the forest clearance process. This initiative aims to expedite approvals for projects near forest land, addressing...

 July 4, 2025

Chlorpyrifos Controversy at Environmental Summit 2025

The ongoing Conferences of the Parties (COP) to the Basel, Rotterdam, and Stockholm Conventions in Geneva have sparked debate over the pesticide chlorpyrifos. Nations have agreed to eliminate...

 May 9, 2025

India’s Climate Finance Taxonomy Framework

India is advancing its climate initiatives with the introduction of the Climate Finance Taxonomy. This draft framework aims to classify investments based on their environmental impacts. It is...

 May 8, 2025

Monsoon Systems and Atmospheric Memory

Recent research has revealed that monsoon systems, particularly in regions like India, hold a form of atmospheric memory through stored water vapour. This discovery, published in May 2025...

 May 8, 2025

Evolution of ESG Disclosure Frameworks in India

The evolution of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) disclosure frameworks in India marks a very important transition towards sustainable business practices. This shift has been driven by regulatory...

 May 7, 2025

Microplastics and Their Impact on Ocean Ecosystems

Plastic pollution has escalated into a major environmental crisis. Recent research marks the pervasive nature of microplastics in the ocean. These tiny plastic particles are now affecting marine...

 May 6, 2025

Europe’s Energy Grid Challenges

Europe’s energy grid faces challenges due to ageing infrastructure and increasing demand. Recent events, including a major blackout in Spain and Portugal, highlight the urgency for modernisation. The...

 May 6, 2025

Extreme Temperatures and Health Risks in India

Extreme temperatures have become a pressing health concern in India. A recent study reveals that between 2001 and 2019, over 35,000 lives were lost due to exposure to...

 May 6, 2025

New Biodiversity Regulation Enhances Benefit Sharing in India

The National Biodiversity Authority of India has introduced new regulations to manage the sharing of benefits derived from biological resources. The Biological Diversity (Access to Biological Resources and...

 May 5, 2025

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