World Ozone Day 2019: Theme & Importance
On September 16, 1987, the United Nations together with 45 other countries signed the Montreal Protocol, on substances that deplete […]
Draft of India’s Cooling Action Plan Launched
In March 2019, India became one of the first countries in the world to launch a comprehensive Cooling Action plan,
COP 14 closes with adoption of New Delhi Declaration
The 12-day long 14th Conference of Parties (COP14) to United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) has come to a close today,
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NCL sets up pilot plant to produce clean fuel DME
National Chemical Laboratories (NCL) has set up a pilot plant, under the mission project, ‘Catalysis for Sustainable Development’, in which
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Types of Plastic
Since the 1950s, the production of plastic has outpaced that of almost every other material. Plastic is an essential component
PM Modi Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) 2019 Campaign
Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi launched Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) 2019 campaign at Mathura on 11th Septmber 2019. SHS 2019
India declares war on Single Use Plastics
In a significant development, there is information circulating in Newspapers & websites that India is set to impose a nationwide ban
UNCCD COP14 Starts in India
COP14 Starts in India The 12-day 14th Conference of Parties (COP14) to the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) begins today at India
Centre releases CAMPA funds for afforestation
In a major boost towards promoting afforestation and achieving green objectives of the country, Union Minister for Environment, Forest and