Category: Environmental Laws
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Control and Management of Hazardous Waste
Law and You > Environmental Laws > Control and Management of Hazardous Waste The control and management of hazardous waste is one of the most pressing environmental and public health concerns of the 21st century. As industrial processes expand globally, hazardous waste production has increased exponentially, posing significant risks to human health, ecosystems, and the…
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Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
Law and You > Environmental Laws > Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a process of evaluating the likely environmental impacts (positive or negative) of a proposed project or development, taking into account inter-related socio-economic, cultural and human-health impacts, both beneficial and adverse. Environment assessment involves a study to determine any unique…
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National Green Tribunal (NGT)
Law and You > Environmental Laws > National Green Tribunal (NGT) The National Green Tribunal (NGT) is a specialized judicial body established to handle environmental protection, conservation of forests, and natural resources. It also addresses disputes related to environmental matters with a focus on the enforcement of legal rights and providing relief for those affected…
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India’s Contribution in International Solar Alliance (ISA)
Law and You > Environmental Laws > India’s Contribution in International Solar Alliance (ISA) The International Solar Alliance (ISA) is a global initiative launched with the primary goal of promoting the deployment of solar energy technologies and facilitating cooperation among countries to harness the power of the sun for a sustainable future. It was jointly…
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International Solar Alliance (ISA)
Law and You > Environmental Laws > International Solar Alliance (ISA) The International Solar Alliance (ISA) is a global initiative launched with the primary goal of promoting the deployment of solar energy technologies and facilitating cooperation among countries to harness the power of the sun for a sustainable future. It was jointly launched by India…
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Nagoya Protocol on Access to Genetic Resources
Law and You > Environmental Laws > Nagoya Protocol on Access to Genetic Resources The Nagoya Protocol on Access to Genetic Resources and the Fair and Equitable Sharing of Benefits Arising from their Utilization (ABS) is a supplementary agreement to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD). Adopted in Nagoya, Japan, on October 29, 2010, the…
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Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety to the Convention on Biological Diversity
Law and You > Environmental Laws > Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety The Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety is an international treaty that is part of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD). It was adopted on January 29, 2000, and entered into force on September 11, 2003. The protocol specifically addresses the safe handling, transport, and use…
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Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), 1992
Law and You > Environmental Laws > Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), 1992 The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) is an international legal agreement adopted at the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro in 1992. It is one of the most significant global treaties aimed at conserving the world’s biodiversity, ensuring the sustainable use of…
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Paris Climate Agreement
Law and You > Environmental Laws > Paris Climate Agreement The Paris Climate Agreement is a landmark international accord designed to address the pressing issue of climate change, with a focus on both mitigating the rise in global temperatures and adapting to the environmental challenges posed by climate change. This article, delve into the aspects…
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Doha Amendment on Environmental Protection
Law and You > Environmental Laws > Doha Amendment on Environmental Protection The Doha Amendment is an extension of the Kyoto Protocol, a key international treaty that focuses on reducing greenhouse gas emissions to mitigate climate change. Adopted on December 8, 2012, during the 18th Conference of the Parties (COP 18) to the United Nations…