2017-03-10T12:58:59+05:30By UPSCTREE|Categories: Editorials, Environment|
India has launched the second phase of the programme to eliminate the use of hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFC) as part of its commitment under the Montreal Protocol, which requires the complete removal of chemicals that result in ozone depletion and aid global warming. […]
2017-03-08T21:52:14+05:30By UPSCTREE|Categories: Editorials, Environment, Geography, Society|
Ranked alphabetically, here is a list of eight notable women from India and the world who have consistently worked for the betterment of our planet. Celebrating this women’s day we thank these strong women for their spirit and perseverance, and hope that many young readers find these accounts aspirational and [...]
2017-03-05T02:18:45+05:30By UPSCTREE|Categories: Editorials, Environment|
The theme of World Wildlife Day, March 3, 2017, is ‘Listen to the young voices.’ It aims to empower and engage the youth in conservation issues. The involvement of youth in wildlife conservation is high on the agenda of the United Nations. At present India has a network of 700 Protected [...]
2017-02-28T13:20:36+05:30By UPSCTREE|Categories: Editorials, Environment|
Toxicity e-waste ejects could have long term effect on habitat and Homo sapiens. It accounts for approximately 40% of lead and 70% of heavy metals found in landfills. This leads to ground water contamination, air pollution and soil acidification. […]
2017-02-28T03:23:17+05:30By UPSCTREE|Categories: Editorials, Environment|
Lantana Camara is one such invasive species that since its introduction has become widespread from Southern India forests to Himalaya foothills.Lantana not only spreads fast but does not allow grass, shrubs or any other plant in its vicinity to grow leading to the migration or decline in the number of [...]
2017-02-28T12:38:43+05:30By UPSCTREE|Categories: Editorials, Environment, Geography|
Coastal and estuarine ecosystems are heavily influenced by the human species through pollution and habitat loss. Coastal pollution and its impacts have resulted in a number of environmental issues including the enrichment of enclosed waters with organic matter, pollution by chemicals such as oil, and sedimentation due to land-based activities. [...]
2017-02-24T22:47:04+05:30By UPSCTREE|Categories: Editorials, Environment, Society|
Over the last century, India’s landscape has urbanized considerably: the urban population has grown 14 times since 1901, and by 2050 up to 54 percent of India’s population will be urban. Much of this urban growth is occurring in large villages or small to medium sized cities , resulting in [...]
2017-02-24T18:00:15+05:30By UPSCTREE|Categories: Editorials, Environment, Science|
Note:- This example can be used when you write solution to environmental problems. […]
2017-02-17T14:38:08+05:30By UPSCTREE|Categories: Editorials, Environment, Science|
Deforestation and pollution have become a serious trouble and are even more of a concern in big cities with the air quality being constantly deteriorated by the fumes from vehicles and industries. And while the pollution is increasing, the green cover required to combat is decreasing, mainly to clear space [...]
2017-02-17T14:43:30+05:30By UPSCTREE|Categories: Editorials, Environment|
India is home to 18 Biosphere Reserves (BRs). The reserves are representative parts of natural and cultural landscapes extending over large area of terrestrial or coastal/marine ecosystems. Globally there are 621 BRs from 117 countries included so far. […]
