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Why marshlands are extremely important
A marsh is a wetland where grasses, rushes, or sedges predominate. Along the edge, little bushes frequently develop as a transition to drier ground. Usually, marshes form near the river and lake’s shallow borders. Marshes and other wetlands replenish groundwater resources, serving as many communities’ primary drinking water supply. The research “Habitat Matters: Marshes” found…
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Kuwait Fund showcases its environment projects within the Kuwait Pavilion
This news has been read 650 times! KUWAIT CITY, Dec 2: The Kuwait Fund for Development reviewed its funded projects in the field of environmental conservation in the State of Kuwait’s pavilion participating in the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), currently held in Expo City Dubai in the United Arab Emirates, reports Al-Rai daily.…
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What Are The Laws Around Abandoning Vehicles In New Jersey?
Abandoning vehicles, a concern that has been increasingly prevalent in New Jersey is not only an act of negligence but also a violation of the law. When a vehicle is discarded without proper documentation or in an unauthorized location, it is considered abandoned and could result in serious legal consequences. Beyond the legal implications, the…
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Pa. is investing millions to ensure people of all backgrounds, abilities have access to public lands
Anthony David Jr. wasn’t comfortable exploring state parks and forests while attending college in Harrisburg. As a Black man, David worried about accidentally walking onto private property while on a hike, an activity he grew up in Washington, D.C., thinking was a “white person thing,” he told Spotlight PA. “We never got that opportunity to…
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Pa. is investing millions to ensure people of all backgrounds, abilities have access to public lands
Anthony David Jr. wasn’t comfortable exploring state parks and forests while attending college in Harrisburg. As a Black man, David worried about accidentally walking onto private property while on a hike, an activity he grew up in Washington, D.C., thinking was a “white person thing,” he told Spotlight PA. “We never got that opportunity to…
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Indigenous Leaders Urge COP28 Negotiators to Focus on Preventing Loss and Damage and Drastically Reducing Emissions
As world leaders gather in Dubai for the 28th United Nations climate talks, Indigenous representatives from seven socio-cultural regions are calling for a moratorium on “false solutions” that ignore the roots of the climate crisis and urging a drastic reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. The Indigenous peoples’ caucus, called the International Indigenous Peoples’ Forum on…
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Advocates focus on environmental legislation ahead of General Assembly session
The Virginia Conservation Network hosted a “General Assembly Preview” event online and in person across the state to highlight environmental bills. HAMPTON, Va. — Scores of people came together online, and in person, for a regional watch party about environmental legislation that’s set to come up in Virginia’s General Assembly. The Chesapeake Bay Foundation hosted…
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First Woman Director General of ICFRE
December 2, 2023 In a significant milestone, Kanchan Devi, a 1991-batch Indian Forest Service Officer from the Madhya Pradesh cadre, has been appointed as the Director General (DG) of the Indian Council of Forestry Research Education (ICFRE). This marks a historic moment as Kanchan becomes the first woman officer to hold this prestigious position in…
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First Woman Director General of ICFRE
December 2, 2023 In a significant milestone, Kanchan Devi, a 1991-batch Indian Forest Service Officer from the Madhya Pradesh cadre, has been appointed as the Director General (DG) of the Indian Council of Forestry Research Education (ICFRE). This marks a historic moment as Kanchan becomes the first woman officer to hold this prestigious position in…
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New York state civil service: These are the salaries for exams open in December
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The New York state Department of Civil Service (DCS) has released its December application schedule for New York’s entry-level civil service exams, and some jobs pay better than others. The open-competitive exams are an opportunity to start a career in New York state. These tests are open to anyone who meets…
