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ENVIRONMENT - October 2024

Oct 2024

Oct 07, 2024

India's Maritime Decarbonisation Conference Concludes

  • The Conference on Maritime Decarbonisation in India, co-hosted by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways and the Asian Development Bank, concluded in New Delhi. The event brought together over two hundred delegates to discuss the future of green shipping and port operations. These include leaders from key Indian ports, central and state government officials, industry stakeholders, international experts, and academia.
  • Secretary, of the Ministry of Ports, Shopping and Waterways, T. K. Ramachandran pointed out that through initiatives like the Harit Sagar Green Port Guidelines and Harit Nauka Green Transition Guidelines, the Ministry is setting a global example in the adoption of green energy, sustainable port operations, and cleaner shipping practices.
  • The conference underscored India's commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2070 and highlighted strategic initiatives to decarbonise its maritime sector, aligned with the Maritime India Vision 2030. Discussions covered a range of critical themes, including green port infrastructure, clean harbour craft, the use of zero-carbon fuels, emissions reduction strategies, and the electrification of inland waterways.

Oct 03, 2024

Rare Honey Badger Spotted for First Time in Uttarakhand

  • A honey badger, also known as Ratel, was captured on camera for the first time in the Terai East Forest Division of Uttarakhand. This rare species is listed under Schedule 1 of the Wildlife Protection Act, which offers it the highest level of protection.
  • Researchers note that there is limited information about the current population of honey badgers in Uttarakhand.
  • Previously, honey badgers were spotted in locations such as the Chilika Lagoon and Simlipal Tiger Reserve in Odisha, Bannerghatta National Park and Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary in Karnataka, Sariska Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan, Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve in Maharashtra, the Eastern Ghats and West Bengal.
  • A study highlights the challenges of conservation efforts for honey badgers, as their population status in India is poorly documented, and their behaviour and social structure remain largely unexplored. These animals are known for their solitary nature.

Oct 01, 2024

India Signs High Seas Treaty to Protect Marine Life

  • India officially signed the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Agreement, known as the High Seas Treaty, which aims to promote the conservation of marine genetic resources and ensure the fair and equitable sharing of benefits. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar highlighted the significance of the treaty, stating that it represents a crucial step towards maintaining the health and resilience of oceans.
  • This international accord, established under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), targets the high seas, which encompass nearly two-thirds (64%) of the ocean and are home to some of the most ecologically vital yet critically threatened areas on Earth.
  • The BBNJ Agreement seeks to address urgent concerns regarding the long-term protection of marine biodiversity in high seas. It establishes precise mechanisms for sustainable use of marine biological diversity through international cooperation. The treaty prohibits parties from claiming or exercising sovereign rights over marine resources from the high seas, thereby ensuring fair sharing of benefits.
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