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G20 environment ministers back funding for forest conservation – WNKY News 40 Television
11 minutes ago By GABRIELA SÁ PESSOA – Associated Press Share This Story SAO PAULO (AP) — Environment ministers of the Group of 20 nations agreed Thursday to support the creation of funding sources for ecosystem services, acknowledging Brazil’s proposal to establish a trust fund for forest conservation. Named the Tropical Forests Forever Facility, the…
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NCF pledges robust support for environmental conservation, sustainability
The Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, reiterated its commitment to environmental conservation and sustainability. L-R Dr Joseph Onoja, DG of NCF; Mr Femi Agbaje, NCF NEC Member; and Mr Uchenna Achunine, Director, Business Development & Communications, NCF, at the 35th AGM of NCF on Wednesday in Lagos NCF made the call…
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New global tool highlights conservation efforts across 180 countries
As global leaders focus on conserving biodiversity in the face of rapid development, the newly launched Nature Conservation Index (NCI) provides critical insights into the effectiveness of conservation efforts across 180 countries. Developed by BioDB.com in collaboration with the Goldman Sonnenfeldt School of Sustainability and Climate Change, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, the NCI uses 25…
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Tennessee environmental department warns people to temporarily avoid all bodies of water affected by extreme flooding in East TN
The temporary water contact advisory applies to the Nolichucky, French Broad, Pigeon, Doe and Watauga rivers. NASHVILLE, Tenn. — People should avoid all bodies of water affected by extreme flooding in upper East Tennessee, the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation warned Wednesday. It issued a temporary water contact advisory telling people to avoid surface…
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Tenn. Dept. of Environment and Conservation issues water contact advisory
TRI-CITIES, Tenn. (WJHL) – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) issued a temporary water contact advisory telling the public to avoid all contact with bodies of water affected by Hurricane Helene. The advisory applies to the following waterbodies: Nolichucky, French Broad, Pigeon, Doe and the Watauga River. TOSHA investigating Impact Plastics fatalities TDEC…
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Rooted Reflections: Not all conservation is equal
In a previous Tufts Daily article, I advocated for summer jobs that are intrinsically linked to the local community and ecosystem. This was not merely out of a desire to create a generation of fishermen and farmers. In isolation, it is too easy to believe idealistic rhetoric that disregards practical solutions to tackling environmental issues. I believe…
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MEC : Environment – Report on Environmental Conservation (2,381KB)
*ESG Committee The purpose of the committee is to formulate and propose management strategies (ESG management strategies) to promote corporate governance reform, fulfill social responsibilities, and encourage environmental conservation activities in a unified (co-progressive) manner. Based on the recommendations of the committee, the Company has realized a broadening and diversification of its management strategies, creating…
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Carter County under mandatory water conservation order
Carter County under mandatory water conservation order Published 10:58 am Wednesday, October 2, 2024 The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) announced on Tuesday a mandatory water conservation order for all or parts of nine counties, including Carter County. In addition to Carter, the orders are in place for all of Sullivan, Johnson, Greene,…
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Union Min Bhupender Yadav emphasizes environmental conservation as ‘Earth Again’ Conference begins
Bhubaneswar: Union Environment, Forest & Climate Change Minister Bhupender Yadav underscored the importance and need for environmental conservation at the ‘Earth Again’ Conference organised by the Sambad Group here. The conference commenced today and is scheduled to conclude on October 4. Joining the event as the Chief Guest, Yadav highlighted the Government of India’s efforts…
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TDEC issues mandatory water conservation order
NASHVILLE – In order to help existing water supplies last longer and support ongoing recovery efforts, the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation on Tuesday announced a mandatory water conservation order for all or parts of nine counties in the Helene affected areas of Upper East Tennessee. #placement_725559_0_i{width:100%;margin:0 auto;}