Initiatives/ Scheme Climate-Resilient Cooling Initiative On World Environment Day 2026, the Government of Tamil Nadu launched a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Cool Roof Coating application a first-of-its-kind state-level technical framework for establishing a structured framework for large-scale, quality-assured deployment of cool roof technology. The SOP promotes a passive cooling solution to reduce heat stress and improve indoor thermal comfort without relying on mechanical cooling systems. Developed jointly by the Tamil Nadu Green Climate Company (TNGCC) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). Tamil Nadu Statewide Synchronised Bird Survey 2025–26 Context: Hon’ble Minister of Forests and Hon’ble Minister of Environment released the survey reports on 5th June, 2026 on the occasion of World Environment Day, highlighting long-term monitoring of avian diversity of the state towards achieving our conservation goals through scientific management of critical habitats. Overview The Tamil Nadu Forest Department has been conducting annual statewide synchronised bird surveys since 2023 to assess avifaunal diversity and support conservation planning. The latest wetland and terrestrial bird surveys were held in December 2025 and February 2026 with participation from officials, experts, volunteers, and bird watchers. Wetland Bird Survey (27–28 Dec 2025) Documented 35 IUCN Red List threatened species Key species: Flamingos, Cormorants, Egrets, Northern Pintail, Garganey, Little Stint Terrestrial Bird Survey (14–15 Feb 2026) Identified 36 IUCN Red Listed species Key species: Nilgiri Wood-Pigeon, Malabar Imperial Pigeon, Sri Lankan Frogmouth, Painted Bush-Quail Ecological Significance The surveys highlight Tamil Nadu’s rich avifaunal diversity supported by wetlands, forests, coastal ecosystems, estuaries, mangroves, and irrigation tanks, making the state a crucial habitat along migratory flyways.
