VARIOUS REPORTS
Report Name |
Publisher |
Focus Areas |
Key Features |
Global Environment Outlook (GEO) |
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) |
Environmental trends and future scenarios |
Comprehensive assessment of environmental changes, policy responses, and future projections |
World Energy Outlook (WEO) |
International Energy Agency (IEA) |
Energy trends, policies, and technologies |
Analyzes energy supply and demand, renewable energy, and climate impacts |
State of the World's Forests (SOFO) |
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) |
Forest status, management, and conservation |
Detailed analysis of forest resources, biodiversity, and socio-economic benefits |
Emissions Gap Report |
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) |
Greenhouse gas emissions and climate targets |
Assesses the gap between current emissions and targets to limit global warming |
Global Biodiversity Outlook (GBO) |
Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) |
Biodiversity status and conservation efforts |
Reviews progress towards biodiversity targets and provides future scenarios |
World Water Development Report (WWDR) |
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) |
Water resources and management |
Evaluates global water supply, quality, and management practices |
Living Planet Report |
World Wildlife Fund (WWF) |
Biodiversity and ecosystem health |
Tracks trends in biodiversity, ecosystem services, and human impact |
Global Risks Report |
World Economic Forum (WEF) |
Global risks including environmental, economic, and social issues |
Identifies and analyzes major global risks and their interconnections |
Climate Change Synthesis Report |
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) |
Climate change science, impacts, and mitigation |
Synthesizes findings from IPCC assessments on climate change |
State of the Global Climate |
World Meteorological Organization (WMO) |
Climate trends and extreme weather events |
Annual review of global climate indicators and extreme weather |
Human Development Report |
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) |
Human development and social progress |
Analyzes issues related to health, education, and living standards, with a focus on inequality and poverty reduction |
Environmental Performance Index (EPI) |
Yale University and Columbia University |
Environmental health and ecosystem vitality |
Ranks countries on their environmental performance based on various indicators, including air quality, water resources, and biodiversity |
World Economic Situation and Prospects (WESP) |
United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UNDESA) |
Global economic trends and policy challenges |
Provides analysis of global economic trends, focusing on their impact on sustainable development and the environment |
Renewables Global Status Report (GSR) |
REN21 (Renewable Energy Policy Network for the 21st Century) |
Renewable energy development and policies |
Tracks the global progress in renewable energy adoption, policy developments, and market trends |
Global Climate Risk Index |
Germanwatch |
Climate change vulnerability and impacts |
Analyzes the extent to which countries and regions have been affected by weather-related loss events such as storms, floods, and heatwaves |
Environmental Outlook |
Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) |
Environmental policies and economic impacts |
Examines the interplay between economic and environmental policies and provides projections and recommendations for sustainable development |
Sustainable Development Goals Report |
United Nations |
Progress towards the 2030 Agenda and SDGs |
Tracks global and regional progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, highlighting areas of success and challenges |
Global Food Policy Report |
International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) |
Food security, nutrition, and agricultural development |
Analyzes food policy developments, trends, and their implications for global food security and nutrition |
World Happiness Report |
Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) |
Happiness and well-being measurements |
Measures and ranks countries based on levels of happiness and well-being, considering factors like income, social support, and life expectancy |
Global Financial Stability Report (GFSR) |
International Monetary Fund (IMF) |
Financial stability and risks |
Provides assessment of global financial markets and identifies potential risks to financial stability |
World Migration Report |
International Organization for Migration (IOM) |
Migration trends and policies |
Analyzes global migration patterns, the impact of migration on development, and policy responses |
Global Land Outlook (GLO) |
United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) |
Land degradation and sustainable land management |
Evaluates the state of the world’s land resources, provides policy recommendations for sustainable land management |
The Global Gender Gap Report |
World Economic Forum (WEF) |
Gender equality and gender gap analysis |
Measures gender equality across countries based on economic participation, education, health, and political empowerment |
Trade and Development Report (TDR) |
United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) |
Trade, development, and global economic issues |
Analyzes current economic trends and their impact on trade and development, provides policy recommendations |
Global Forest Resources Assessment (FRA) |
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) |
Forest resources and management |
Provides comprehensive data on the state of the world’s forests, forest management practices, and trends |
The Inclusive Development Index (IDI) |
World Economic Forum (WEF) |
Inclusive growth and development |
Measures economic progress and social inclusion, provides policy recommendations for inclusive development |
Global Sustainable Investment Review |
Global Sustainable Investment Alliance (GSIA) |
Sustainable investment trends and practices |
Tracks the global growth of sustainable and responsible investment, analyzes trends and policy impacts |
World Resources Report |
World Resources Institute (WRI) |
Environmental resources and management |
Analyzes global environmental challenges, including climate change, energy, food, and water resources, and provides solutions for sustainable management |
Environmental Outlook to 2050 |
Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) |
Long-term environmental trends and policy responses |
Projects environmental trends to 2050 and assesses the impacts of policies on issues like climate change, biodiversity, and water |
The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World |
Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), UNICEF, World Food Programme (WFP), World Health Organization (WHO) |
Food security and nutrition trends |
Tracks progress towards ending hunger, achieving food security, and improving nutrition, provides data and analysis on food and nutrition security |
World Risk Report |
United Nations University Institute for Environment and Human Security (UNU-EHS), Bündnis Entwicklung Hilft (Alliance Development Works) |
Disaster risk and vulnerability |
Analyzes the risk of disaster in various countries and regions, focusing on exposure, susceptibility, coping capacities, and adaptive capacities |
Global E-Waste Monitor |
United Nations University (UNU), International Telecommunication Union (ITU), International Solid Waste Association (ISWA) |
E-waste generation and management |
Provides data and analysis on global e-waste generation, collection, recycling, and policy responses, highlights trends and challenges in managing e-waste |
World Ocean Assessment |
United Nations Regular Process for Global Reporting and Assessment of the State of the Marine Environment |
Marine environment and resources |
Comprehensive assessment of the state of the marine environment, including socio-economic aspects, provides policy recommendations for sustainable management |
Global Report on Internal Displacement |
Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (IDMC) |
Internal displacement trends and causes |
Analyzes global trends and causes of internal displacement, provides data on displaced populations and policy recommendations for addressing internal displacement |
Global Status Report on Road Safety |
World Health Organization (WHO) |
Road safety and traffic accidents |
Provides data and analysis on road traffic accidents, fatalities, and injuries, assesses road safety measures and policies across countries |
Report Name |
Publisher |
Focus Areas |
Key Features |
State of India’s Environment |
Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) |
Environmental issues and policy analysis |
Annual comprehensive review of India's environmental performance, covering topics like air and water quality, waste management, and biodiversity |
India State of Forest Report (ISFR) |
Forest Survey of India (FSI), Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
Forest cover and biodiversity |
Biennial assessment of India’s forest and tree cover, biodiversity, and forest resource management |
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Reports |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
Project-specific environmental impacts |
Detailed analysis of the environmental impacts of proposed projects, including mitigation measures and public consultations |
National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
Climate change mitigation and adaptation |
Framework for India’s climate policy, encompassing eight national missions focused on renewable energy, energy efficiency, sustainable agriculture, etc. |
Annual Report of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
Environmental policy and programs |
Annual overview of the ministry’s initiatives, programs, and achievements in environmental conservation and climate action |
Comprehensive Environmental Pollution Index (CEPI) |
Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) |
Industrial pollution and environmental health |
Evaluates pollution levels in industrial clusters, categorizes areas based on pollution severity, and recommends action plans |
National Green Tribunal (NGT) Annual Report |
National Green Tribunal (NGT) |
Environmental litigation and compliance |
Summarizes the tribunal’s activities, major rulings, and progress in addressing environmental disputes and enforcement of regulations |
National Forest Policy Review |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
Forest management and conservation |
Reviews the effectiveness of forest policies, provides recommendations for sustainable forest management and biodiversity conservation |
Groundwater Yearbook |
Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) |
Groundwater resources and management |
Annual report on the status of groundwater resources, including data on water levels, quality, and extraction rates |
India Biodiversity Awards Report |
National Biodiversity Authority (NBA), United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) |
Biodiversity conservation and community initiatives |
Highlights outstanding contributions to biodiversity conservation, showcases successful models of community-based conservation |
State of India’s Birds Report |
Indian Bird Conservation Network, Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), and Partners |
Avian biodiversity and conservation |
Comprehensive assessment of the status and trends of bird species in India, provides conservation priorities and actions |
National Air Quality Index (NAQI) Report |
Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) |
Air quality monitoring and management |
Provides real-time air quality data across Indian cities, evaluates trends in air pollution, and suggests measures to improve air quality |
India Cooling Action Plan (ICAP) |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
Sustainable cooling and energy efficiency |
Roadmap for addressing cooling demand, promoting energy-efficient cooling technologies, and phasing out ozone-depleting substances |
Water Quality Assessment Report |
Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) |
Water quality monitoring and management |
Monitors the quality of surface and groundwater, identifies sources of pollution, and recommends measures for water quality improvement |
State of India’s Environment in Figures |
Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) |
Environmental statistics and indicators |
Visual representation of environmental data, including air and water quality, waste generation, and forest cover |
Status of Tiger Reserves in India |
National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) |
Tiger conservation and habitat management |
Periodic assessment of tiger populations, habitat conditions, and conservation efforts in India’s tiger reserves |
Marine Fisheries Census |
Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) |
Marine biodiversity and fisheries resources |
Census of marine fishery resources, socio-economic status of fishing communities, and sustainability of marine ecosystems |
Environmental Statistics India |
Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) |
Environmental data and trends |
Compilation of statistical data on various environmental parameters, including land use, forests, biodiversity, and pollution levels |
India Habitat III Report |
Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs |
Sustainable urban development |
Assessment of urbanization trends, challenges, and strategies for sustainable urban development in line with the Habitat III agenda |
National Wildlife Action Plan |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
Wildlife conservation and habitat protection |
Strategic plan for wildlife conservation, addressing issues like habitat fragmentation, human-wildlife conflict, and species protection |
National Wetland Atlas |
Space Applications Centre (SAC), Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) |
Wetland mapping and conservation |
Mapping and assessment of India’s wetlands, providing data for conservation planning and management |
Environmental Status Reports (ESR) |
Various State Pollution Control Boards (SPCBs) |
State-specific environmental quality |
Annual reports providing data on air, water, and soil quality, waste management, and other environmental parameters at the state level |
National Climate Vulnerability Assessment Report |
Department of Science and Technology (DST) |
Climate change vulnerability and adaptation |
Identifies climate-vulnerable districts in India and assesses their capacity to adapt to climate change impacts |
State of Forest Genetic Resources Report |
Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE) |
Forest genetic diversity and conservation |
Reviews the status of genetic diversity in forest tree species, conservation strategies, and the role of genetic resources in forest management |
Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) Reports |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
Coastal zone management and protection |
Evaluates compliance with Coastal Regulation Zone rules, assesses impacts of coastal development, and recommends measures for coastal protection |
National River Conservation Plan (NRCP) Reports |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
River conservation and pollution control |
Monitors the implementation of river conservation programs, assesses water quality improvements, and evaluates effectiveness of pollution control measures |
Compendium of Environment Statistics |
Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) |
Comprehensive environmental statistics |
Provides a wide range of environmental data and indicators, including biodiversity, pollution, resource use, and conservation efforts |
India State-Level Disease Burden Report |
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) |
Health impacts of environmental factors |
Analyzes the burden of diseases linked to environmental factors, such as air pollution and water quality, across different states in India |
National Environmental Policy |
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) |
Environmental policy framework |
Outlines India’s approach to environmental conservation, sustainable development, and climate change mitigation |
India Disaster Management Report |
National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) |
Disaster risk reduction and management |
Reviews India’s disaster management strategies, assesses risks and vulnerabilities, and provides guidelines for improving disaster resilience |
State of India's Environment in Urban Areas |
Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) |
Urban environmental issues |
Focuses on the environmental challenges in India’s urban areas, including air pollution, waste management, water supply, and green spaces |
Environmental Sustainability Index |
Various Research Institutions and Think Tanks |
State-wise environmental performance |
Ranks Indian states on their environmental performance based on indicators like air and water quality, waste management, and energy use |
National Inventory of Hazardous Chemicals |
Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) |
Hazardous chemicals and waste management |
Provides an inventory of hazardous chemicals and wastes in India, assesses their environmental impacts, and recommends management practices |
The India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2021 is the 17th biennial assessment of India's forests by the Forest Survey of India (FSI), under the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC). This report provides the latest status of the forest cover, tree cover, estimates of growing stock, extent of trees outside forests, mangrove cover, bamboo resources, and forest carbon stock. This edition includes special chapters on the forest cover in tiger reserves and corridors, decadal changes, and the results of two special studies on Above Ground Biomass Estimation using Synthetic Aperture Radar data and climate hot spots in forest areas.