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What is the primary purpose of the Green Hydrogen Pilot Project at Nathpa Jhakri Hydro Power Station?
According to ISRO, what percentage of identified glacial lakes in the Himalayas have shown significant expansion since 1984?
How many glacial lakes have been identified in the Indus River basin?
What is the expected completion year of the 42 MW hydropower project in Uttarakhand?
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What is the primary goal of the collaboration between NHPC Limited and M/s Ocean Sun?
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What is the ranking of India among economically developing countries in terms of CO2 emissions from aviation in 2019?
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What is the percentage of CO2 emissions from aviation in 2019 attributed to India?
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Which of the following countries was NOT among the topmost contributors to CO2 emissions from aviation in 2019?
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What is the name of the new tiger species discovered in Brazil's rainforest?
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What is the primary objective of SJVN Green Energy's joint venture with Assam Power Distribution Company?
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According to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), what region was the most disaster-hit by climate-related hazards in 2023?
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How many deaths were caused by floods and storms in Asia in 2023, according to the WMO report?
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What is the estimated annual amount required to reach India's green financing goals by 2030?
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What is the cumulative total of green financing required by India by 2030, according to NABARD?
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What is the name of the organization that inaugurated the first multi-purpose green hydrogen pilot project in India?
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What is the occasion on which NABARD unveiled its Climate Strategy 2030 document?
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Study Notes
New Species Discovery
- A new tiger species, Leopardus pardinoides, has been discovered in Brazil's rainforest.
- The clouded tiger cat is significant for biodiversity and conservation despite its small size.
Renewable Energy
- SJVN Green Energy has formed a joint venture with Assam Power Distribution Company to generate electricity from renewable sources.
- SJVN Green Energy will hold 51% in SGEL Assam Renewable Energy.
- Kundan Green Energy has secured approvals for a 42 MW hydropower project in Uttarakhand, to be completed by 2028.
- NHPC Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with a Norwegian company to implement floating solar energy technology in India.
Climate Change and Disasters
- Asia was the most disaster-hit region by climate-related hazards in 2023, with 79 disasters reported.
- Floods and storms caused the highest number of casualties, with over 2,000 deaths reported.
- Asia is warming faster than the global average.
- NABARD has unveiled its Climate Strategy 2030 to mobilize green financing, aiming to address India's need for $170 billion annually.
Hydrogen and Green Energy
- SJVN Limited has inaugurated India's first Multi-purpose Green Hydrogen Pilot Project at Nathpa Jhakri Hydro Power Station in Himachal Pradesh.
- The green hydrogen produced will be used for High Velocity Oxygen Fuel (HVOF) Coating Facility.
Glacial Lakes and Satellite Imagery
- ISRO's satellite imagery shows significant expansion in 27% of identified glacial lakes in the Himalayas.
- 676 glacial lakes have expanded since 1984, with 130 of these lakes located within India.
- The lakes are situated in the Indus, Ganga, and Brahmaputra River basins.
Aviation Emissions
- India was among the top five developing countries in aviation emissions in 2019, contributing nearly 3% of carbon dioxide emissions.
- The US, China, Great Britain, UAE, and India were the top contributors, with 22%, 14%, 4%, 3%, and 3% of CO2 emissions respectively.
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Discover the latest developments in species discovery and renewable energy, including a new tiger species found in Brazil and joint ventures in generating electricity from renewable sources.
