Dr Sadhana Rayalu and scientists at the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
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Technological innovation in environmental mitigation: a relevant GS3 Science & Technology topic.
Why in news
Scientists at the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) have developed second-generation green crackers to significantly reduce air pollution emissions.
Background
Dr Sadhana Rayalu and CSIR scientists developed green crackers following a 2017 challenge by Dr Harsh Vardhan. While first-generation crackers reduced particulate matter by 30%, the new second-generation formulations achieve 45 to 60 per cent emission reductions.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyCSIR: Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
- FactSecond-generation green crackers achieve 45 to 60 per cent emission reductions
- FactFirst-generation green crackers reduced particulate matter by about 30 per cent
Prelims practice question
What is the emission reduction range achieved by the second-generation green crackers developed by CSIR?
- (a)30 to 40 per cent
- (b)20 to 30 per cent
- (c)70 to 80 per cent
- (d)45 to 60 per cent
Show answer
Answer: (d) 45 to 60 per cent — The note states that second-generation formulations achieve 45 to 60 per cent emission reductions.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the role of indigenous technological innovations in mitigating urban air pollution and achieving India's environmental sustainability goals.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Technological efficacy: Transition from 30% to 60% particulate matter reduction via second-generation formulations
- Institutional synergy: Role of CSIR in translating scientific research into public-friendly environmental solutions
Keywords: Particulate Matter · Green Crackers · Emission Reduction · CSIR · Environmental Mitigation
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