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Cape Media, Kenya Forest Service sign environmental conservation and advocacy partnership deal
Cape Media Limited and Kenya Forest Service have entered into a framework of engagement that will see the two entities partner in environmental conservation and advocacy. The partnership which was signed by Cape Media CEO Mwenda Njoka and Kenya Forest Service Chief Conservator of forests Alex Lemarkoko, entails the two entities work hand in hand…
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WWF: A global force for wildlife and environmental conservation
For over six decades, the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) has stood as a leading advocate for the protection of endangered species, habitats, and ecosystems worldwide. Founded in 1961, WWF’s mission is to halt the degradation of the planet’s natural environment and build a future in which humans live in harmony with nature. With…
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Kenya’s local green revolution toward environmental conservation takes shape
By Checky Abuje The efforts to amplify the locally-led green revolution towards environmental conservation and climate change mitigation through innovative approaches have taken a positive trajectory amongst local conservationists in Busia County. This follows the initiatives by Water Resource Users Associations (WRUAs) domiciled within the county in partnership with the County Government to advance an…
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Environmental Protection Department Celebrates Latino Conservation Week
The Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is supporting events celebrating Latino Conservation Week (LWC) from Sept. 14 to 21, according to a press release. LCW, created in 2014, encourages the Latino community to participate in environmentally focused activities. LCW showcases the Latino community’s commitment to protecting and conserving the environment. The press release…
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NYLCV Releases 2024 State Environmental Scorecard – New York League of Conservation Voters
The New York League of Conservation Voters (NYLCV) has released its 2024 New York State Environmental Scorecard, an annual evaluation of State Legislators based on their support – or lack of support – for environmental legislation. Voters have come to rely on the scorecard as an easy-to-understand ledger on state environmental policies and an effective…
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Sonam Wangchuk’s Himalayan March Set to Enter Mandi: A Call for Environmental Conservation
The Land Acquisition Forum will extend a warm welcome to the participants of the march at various points across the district. Renowned environmentalist and social activist from Ladakh, Sonam Wangchuk, has commenced his march from Ladakh, aiming to spread awareness about the urgent need to protect the fragile Himalayan ecosystem. The march will enter Mandi…
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Maharashtra Bamboo Farmer Wins Over 30 Awards for Environmental Conservation, Earns Rs 25 Lakh Annually
Shivaji Rajput, a progressive farmer, at his bamboo farm Shivaji Rajput, a 59-year-old Progressive farmer from Dhule district in Maharashtra, has transformed his life and the lives of many others through his innovative approach to bamboo farming and environmental conservation. With over 25 years of dedication to environmental work and five years of active bamboo…
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‘Butterfly emergency’ declared as UK summer count hits record low
A national “butterfly emergency” has been declared by Butterfly Conservation after the lowest Big Butterfly Count since records began. An average of just seven butterflies per 15-minute count were recorded by participants in this summer’s butterfly count, the lowest in the survey’s 14-year history. It was the worst year on record for once-ubiquitous species, including…
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Scientists urge new conservation approach to save vulnerable species from climate change impacts
University of South Australia (UniSA) Media Release A team of international scientists alarmed by the loss of biodiversity across the world due to climate change has proposed a new approach to managing vulnerable landscapes, focusing on sites that are least impacted by changing weather. Known as climate change-refugia, these places experience weather conditions that are…
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Springfield receives $47 million loan from state to improve water infrastructure – Main Street Media of Tennessee
NASHVILLE – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) Commissioner David Salyers today announced two State Revolving Fund Loan Program loans totaling $47 million for the City of Springfield to improve water infrastructure. The loans are among four approved by the Tennessee Local Development Authority, with loans for the City…