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T.N.’s commitment to environmental conservation is unwavering: Minister
Tamil Nadu is unwavering in its commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable development, Food and Civil Supplies Minister R. Sakkarapani said at the SAKSHAM 2025 valedictory function held recently. Delivering the keynote address, he said the State had been adopting a multifaceted approach by increasing forest cover through extensive tree planting initiatives, reducing reliance on…
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Gender and the Environment
International Commitments to Gender Equality and to Sustainable Development The Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action – outcome of the Fourth World Conference on Women, held in Beijing, China, in September 1995 – is a visionary agenda for the empowerment of women. It is the most comprehensive global policy framework and blueprint for action and…
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Palm Beach County | Florida Department of Environmental Protection
Palm Beach County, located on the southeastern coast of Florida, offers a wealth of attractions and activities beyond its beaches and vibrant nightlife. For tourists seeking a diverse and enriching experience, this Florida region is a hidden gem and full of cultural wonders. From captivating museums and lush gardens to unique wildlife encounters and world…
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‘I feel real hope’: historic beaver release marks conservation milestone in England
The sun was shining, people were gingerly paddling in the sea and dogs were being walked up and down the coast – a typical day on the beautiful Dorset coast. But the beachgoers probably didn’t know that just a few minutes inland, history was being made. On Wednesday, at the National Trust’s Purbeck Heath nature…
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‘The only option’: Environment minister sued by Wilderness Society
Normal text sizeLarger text sizeVery large text size Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek is being sued by the Wilderness Society, which accuses her of breaching federal law and her promise to halt Australia’s ongoing extinction crisis by failing to implement plans to save endangered animals, documents lodged with the Federal Court reveal. The litigation is an…
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Implementing Climate-Smart Conservation
Beyond the general question of whether a climate-smart conservation approach is consistent with the federal and state Endangered Species Acts, we explored the legal issues surrounding the use of some tools and approaches that are still relatively experimental in California’s freshwater ecosystems. These tools include genetics and diversity support (genetic modification, epigenetics, and hybridization), assisted…
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Policy Brief: Implementing Climate-Smart Conservation
California needs a new approach to managing freshwater ecosystems Though California remains committed to maintaining and restoring high-quality freshwater habitat and native biodiversity, its current management approach is failing. Decades of land and water uses changes have radically transformed California’s freshwater ecosystems, and these modifications—exacerbated by a changing climate—have left nearly half of California’s freshwater…
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Qatar’s Bold Steps Toward Environmental Conservation
Qatar is making significant strides toward environmental conservation and addressing climate change through various initiatives aimed at protecting endangered species and enhancing biodiversity. The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MECC) has set ambitious goals to preserve wildlife and restore natural habitats across the country. One of the key elements of Qatar’s environmental strategy is…
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Oil industry insider Tom Beck advocated for environmental conservation
Open this photo in gallery: Tom Beck and Gabby. Mr. Beck was a true pioneer in an industry not widely considered environmentally friendly.Mike Sturk Save for later On a recent frosty morning, Brenda Beck smiled as she watched a cow moose and her yearling calf striding across a pasture on her small farm in the…
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Manipur: National Conference on climate change concludes, emphasizes urgent conservation efforts
National Conference on Implications of Climate Change and Conservation of Natural Resources and Cultural Heritage at Manipur University was concluded today. The three-day conference, organised by the Department of Life Sciences, Manipur University, in collaboration with the International Council for Biodeterioration of Cultural Property( ICBCP), Lucknow,UP was supported by the Loktak Development Authority (LDA) and…
