Earth Hour, which is observed annually on the last Saturday of March, i.e. on March 25, this year gives us the opportunity to improve the environment in just one hour.
In lieu of a five-day forecast on your weather app, you had to read wind patterns for weeks to determine if you needed a raincoat or a light sweater.
The 22nd of March is World Water Day, a day dedicated to bringing attention to water-related issues that affect humans in nearly every country.
International Seal Day is celebrated on March 22. It is a day designated to raise global awareness about seal conservation.
International Day of Forests is celebrated annually on March 21 to raise awareness of the significance of preserving forests.
Recycling is beneficial for us and the environment because it reduces our energy consumption, improves the quality of the water and air we consume, and combats global warming.
This is observed especially in Florida, where the panther is the state animal. People observe this day by joining forces with volunteers and disseminating awareness about panther conservation.
MNP has a good prey base for big cats and the revival program was cleared by the Centre, they added.
March 3rd is World Wildlife Day, a day to celebrate and raise awareness of the world’s wild animals and plants. The day also promotes action to help conserve them.
The country is devising solutions to diverse urban challenges, particularly those related to pollution and cleanliness, through latest technology and innovation, he said.
February 15 is World Hippo Day, a day to celebrate one of the world’s most unique and fascinating animals.
The SC panel’s observation came on an issue involving the establishment of a tiger safari in the buffer area of Corbett Tiger Reserve in Uttarakhand.
From individual efforts like reducing plastic waste to collective action like national River Day, every bit counts.
Wetlands are essential ecosystems that support a variety of species and regulate our water cycle. They also help protect us against extreme weather, such as storms and floods.
Scientists studying reefs across five Indo-Pacific regions found that the ability of butterflyfish individuals to identify competitor species and respond appropriately was compromised after widespread loss of coral caused by bleaching.
It seeks to identify and resolve certain environmental problems on a global and local scale. With this, a collaborative and efficient process is made available to reach more like-minded individuals who wish to make a difference for our world.
However, outdoor pollutants such as vehicle exhaust fumes, pollen, and mould spores can enter our indoor environments.
The 10-member team headed by Anand K Pandey is expected to reach the site on January 13 and start their work from the following day.
The findings showed that the world could lose as much as 41 percent of its total glacier mass this century – or as little as 26 percent – depending on today’s climate change mitigation efforts.
In 2015 and 2016, the number of rhinos killed by poachers was 17 and 18, respectively, which subsequently declined to two in 2020 and 2021 and zero in 2022.
Crocodiles were threatened in India due to indiscriminate killing for commercial purposes and severe habitat loss until enactment of the Wildlife (Protection) Act1972.
In April 2013, the Supreme Court had ordered the shifting of some of Gujarat’s lions to the Kuno sanctuary in neighbouring Madhya Pradesh, saying the species is under threat of extinction and needs a second home.
Wangchuk, an innovator and educational reformer based in Ladakh, cited recent events in the mountainous region in the north like flash floods, which illustrate the impact of climate change, and said these changes have been caused by people in big cities of the world.
This day is used to raise awareness about the plight of animals and to promote veganism and other animal rights issues.
The bill was passed in Rajya Sabha by a voice vote. Lok Sabha had cleared the legislation in August during the monsoon session.