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ENVIRONMENT - January 2024

Jan 2024

Jan 07, 2024

Cabinet Approves India-USAID MoU for Railways' Net-Zero Emission Goal

  • The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, gave its approval for the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between India and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The focus of this collaboration is to support Indian Railways in achieving 'net zero carbon emission' by the ambitious target year of 2030.
  • The primary objectives of this strategic alliance are to facilitate utility modernisation, deploy advanced energy solutions and systems, foster regional energy and market integration, encourage private sector participation and engagement, and conduct training sessions and workshops. The focus of these initiatives will be on specific technology areas such as renewable energy and energy efficiency.
  • An essential aspect of the MoU is to assist Indian Railways in reducing their reliance on imported fuels like diesel and coal. Instead, the collaborative effort seeks to develop a robust energy efficiency policy, aligning with global sustainable practices.

Jan 05, 2024

Indore, Bhopal, Udaipur Nominated for International Wetland City Tag

  • India nominated Indore, Bhopal and Udaipur for the Wetland City Accreditation (WCA) scheme under the Ramsar Convention, which helps cities gain international recognition for their efforts to protect their natural or human-made wetlands.
  • These are the first three Indian cities nominated for WCA based on the proposals received from state wetlands authorities in collaboration with municipal corporations.
  • The wetlands situated in and around these cities provide a plethora of benefits to their citizens in terms of flood regulation, livelihood opportunities, and recreational and cultural values.
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