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Pennsylvania Speeds Up Environmental Permits, Driving Conservation and Economic Growth
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has announced substantial improvements in processing times for key environmental reviews and permits. These enhancements align with the Shapiro Administration’s overarching efforts to modernize government processes and deliver faster, more efficient services to residents and businesses. The improvements, unveiled by DCNR Secretary Cindy Adams…
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Bahamas Pioneers Debt-for-Nature Swap for Marine Conservation
The Bahamas has taken an unprecedented step by refinancing $300 million of its external debt to channel $120 million towards ambitious marine conservation projects. This initiative marks the world’s fifth debt-for-nature swap, aligning with global environmental goals. By collaborating with The Nature Conservancy, the Inter-American Development Bank, and various financial partners, the Bahamian government aims…
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Your Environment This Week: Four species of king cobra, Deep-sea mining, Solar geo-engineering
This week’s environment and conservation news stories rolled into one. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch the latest high quality, original video stories from nature’s frontline in India. To receive a weekly email roundup of stories, please sign-up for our newsletter. India advances with deep-sea mining technology The National Institute of Ocean Technology, conducted…
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Haaland, Cantor Visit Colombia for Conservation Talks
Interior Department BOGOTA, Colombia -Today, Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland and Assistant Secretary for Insular and International Affairs Carmen G. Cantor wrapped a weeklong visit to Colombia where they highlighted the importance of international cooperation to conserve biodiversity, safeguard wildlife, and honor Indigenous communities. During their visit, Secretary Haaland, Assistant Secretary Cantor and Charge…
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USDA Invests in Projects to Advance Conservation and Climate-Smart Agriculture
Courtesy USDA/NRCS Last month, the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) announced a historic $1.5 billion for 92 partner-driven conservation projects through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP), and this includes projects in Alabama, Florida and Georgia. RCPP is a partner-driven approach to conservation that funds solutions to natural resource challenges on agricultural land. Partners will provide $968 million in…
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Gov. Lee signs order to conserve Duck River, a ‘scenic treasure’ at risk
After years of advocacy from conservation groups, Gov. Bill Lee on Wednesday signed an executive order aiming to protect the Duck River, the longest and most biodiverse river in Tennessee. The scenic 269-mile waterway is renowned for hosting the largest variety of living organisms of any freshwater river in North America. But the Duck was…
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Experts warn of dire consequences without balancing development and conservation
No Excerpt Environmental experts have urged Uganda to strike a balance between rapid development and conservation efforts, warning that failure to do so will lead to dire consequences for future generations. The caution was raised during the Uganda Golf Club’s (UGC) renowned Wednesday Club Night, a cherished event for its community focus. Victor Nahabwe, Senior…
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Striking a Balance: Experts Warn of Risks in Development Without Conservation
No Excerpt Environmental experts are urging Uganda to balance rapid development with conservation, cautioning that failure to do so risks dire consequences for future generations. Speaking during the Uganda Golf Club’s (UGC) Wednesday Club Night, Victor Nahabwe, Senior Manager of Environment and Field Operations at the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), emphasized the importance of…
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Green Climate Fund to Support Development of Conservation International Initiative to Transform Water Security in Bogotá
ARLINGTON, Va. (Nov. 20, 2024) – The government of Colombia, Conservation International and the Green Climate Fund (GCF) announced support for the development of a project to transform water security in the Bogotá region. The project aims to reduce climate risk for half a million people from highly vulnerable rural communities and 250,000 urban residents…
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Ecolab’s Watermark Study Reveals India’s Growing Water Conservation Concerns
In the recently unveiled 2024 Ecolab Watermark™ Study, findings point to heightened awareness and concern among Indian consumers regarding water conservation and sustainability. The study underscores India’s significant strides in this area, noting that 76% of consumers recognize government efforts while 78% applaud business initiatives. However, expectations for industries, especially in manufacturing and food &…
