India has plans to launch a satellite to study the impact of the greenhouse gas emissions in the country.
Minister of State for Environment and Forests, Jairam Ramesh on Tuesday informed in Rajya Sabha, dscussions on the project, estimated to cost 300 crore rupees, are going on with the scientists in Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and other agencies,
Carbon Emissions in Wales Among the Highest the World
Wales in the UK has one of the highest rates of carbon emissions in the world.
Wales in the UK has one of the highest rates of carbon emissions in the world.
The Minister of State while replying to a debate on the working of his ministry, said the members that a study has shown that the thick forest cover in India is able to absorb 10 per cent of carbon sink every year and New Delhi should get credit for this at international level.
Ramesh reiterated India's stand on carbon emissions and ruled out acceptance of setting up carbon emission goals by developed nations at the Copenhagen summit to be held in December this year.
More Obese Nations Generate More Greenhouse Gases
Being obese is for the environment too, it seems, not just for your health.
Being obese is for the environment too, it seems, not just for your health.
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Permafrost Disappearance Could Lead to Massive Release of Greenhouse Gases
Permafrost disappearance could lead to massive release of greenhouse gases, scientists warn.
Permafrost disappearance could lead to massive release of greenhouse gases, scientists warn.
70 Percent Cut In Greenhouse Gas Emissions Can Diminish Global Warming
Scientist's analysis has determined that the threat of global warming can still be greatly diminished if nations cut emissions of heat-trapping greenhouse gases by 70 percent this century.
Scientist's analysis has determined that the threat of global warming can still be greatly diminished if nations cut emissions of heat-trapping greenhouse gases by 70 percent this century.
