Published: 19 October 2025General
CSIR-NEERI Green Crackers Reduce Particulate Matter by 30-35%
Ahead of Diwali 2025, CSIR-National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI) promoted its eco-modified 'green crackers' that reduce particulate-matter emissions by 30-35% compared to conventional firecrackers through safer chemical formulations. These crackers use reduced levels of aluminium and barium compounds while maintaining equivalent sound and visual effects.
The Supreme Court had mandated the use of only green crackers in several cities during festivals. Green crackers carry a specific QR code for authentication and are labelled 'green'. In Rajasthan, the Jaipur district administration issued orders restricting bursting of crackers to green variants only during specified hours on Diwali night. The green cracker initiative is part of India's broader strategy to reduce urban air pollution.
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Which organisation developed the 'green crackers' that reduce PM2.5 emissions by 30-40% compared to conventional firecrackers?
Explanation · Correct answer BCSIR-National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI) promoted its eco-modified 'green crackers' that reduce PM2.5 emissions by 30-40% through safer chemical formulations with reduced levels of aluminium and barium compounds.
Frequently asked questions
How much do CSIR-NEERI green crackers reduce PM2.5 emissions?
**CSIR-NEERI green crackers reduce PM2.5 emissions by 30-40%** compared to conventional firecrackers. They achieve this through safer chemical formulations using reduced levels of aluminium and barium compounds while maintaining equivalent sound and visual effects.
What is the Supreme Court's ruling on firecrackers in Indian cities?
The **Supreme Court mandated the use of only green crackers** in several Indian cities during festivals. Green crackers carry a specific **QR code** for traceability and must be certified by CSIR-NEERI to ensure compliance with emission standards.
What chemicals are reduced in CSIR-NEERI green crackers?
CSIR-NEERI green crackers use **reduced levels of aluminium and barium compounds** compared to conventional firecrackers. This chemical reformulation reduces PM2.5 emissions by 30-40% while still producing equivalent sound and visual effects.
How can consumers identify genuine green crackers?
Genuine green crackers can be identified by the specific **QR code** they carry for traceability. They are developed by **CSIR-NEERI (National Environmental Engineering Research Institute)** and certified to reduce PM2.5 emissions by 30-40% compared to conventional firecrackers.
What is the full form of CSIR-NEERI?
**CSIR-NEERI** stands for **Council of Scientific and Industrial Research – National Environmental Engineering Research Institute**. It is headquartered in Nagpur and developed India's green cracker technology that reduces PM2.5 emissions by 30-40%.
