Blue Flag certification is a globally recognized eco-label accorded by Foundation for Environment Education in Denmark (FEE). The water bodies are given this label if the stringent criteria are maintained. The Blue flag beaches are often in news hence it is necessary to understand its significance. … [Read more...] about Blue Flag Certification
Emissions Gap Report 2022
UNEP has released the Emissions Gap Report 2022. As growing climate change impacts are experienced across the globe, the message that greenhouse gas emissions must fall is unambiguous. Read here to know the gist of the report. The "Emissions Gap Report 2022: The Closing Window - Climate crisis … [Read more...] about Emissions Gap Report 2022
Geomagnetism
Geomagnetism is the study of the dynamics of the Earth’s magnetic field, which is produced in the outer core. With recent advances in the extent of the study of the earth’s magnetic field, it is important to understand the phenomenon in detail. Read here to know more. Geomagnetism deals with all … [Read more...] about Geomagnetism
Global Warming: Impact on the Global Climate
The gradual rise in earth's temperature known as global warming is typically brought on by the greenhouse effect, which is brought on by elevated amounts of carbon dioxide, CFCs, and other pollutants. It has an immense impact on the global climate as well. Read here to know more about it. Global … [Read more...] about Global Warming: Impact on the Global Climate
Cellulose
Cellulose from plants accumulates in significant amounts on Earth's surface each year. It undergoes various natural chemical processes through the carbon cycle in yielding carbon dioxide and water. Read here to understand the significance of cellulose. The majority of organic compounds on earth … [Read more...] about Cellulose
Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment)
What is Mission LiFE launched by the Prime Minister of India recently? The mantra of Mission Life is 'Lifestyle For Environment' to make the fight against climate change democratic, in which everyone can contribute within their capacity. Read here to know more about the mission. Climate change … [Read more...] about Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment)
Waste-to-Energy Plants
A waste management facility known as a waste-to-energy plant burns garbage to create power. The role of waste-to-Energy plants in urban infrastructure is immense as they are substitutes for fossil fuels for generating electricity. Read here to understand more about them. A study back in 2019 … [Read more...] about Waste-to-Energy Plants
Non-Communicable Diseases
Communicable and non-communicable diseases are an important component of India’s National Health Mission (NHM). The true extent of non-communicable diseases is fully understood by the world hence their risk factors increase. Read here to know more about non-communicable diseases and their … [Read more...] about Non-Communicable Diseases
National Health Mission (NHM)
To ensure that health services are properly distributed to the underprivileged, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare established the National Health Mission in 2013. The NHM has had a great impact on the health services in the country since its implementation. Read here to know in detail about … [Read more...] about National Health Mission (NHM)
Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease
Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease affect millions of people around the globe. Alzheimer's is a type of dementia that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. Globally, Alzheimer's disease accounts for 60-80% of dementia cases. Read here to know more about the as-of-yet incurable … [Read more...] about Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease
