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Friday, May 17

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Plateau to domesticate climate change policy

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The Plateau State Commissioner for Environment, Climate Change and Mineral Development, Peter Gwom has assured of the State government's commitment to domesticate the climate change policy to mitigate the adverse impacts of the phenomenon…

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WiCC Conference 2024: Pioneering Climate Finance for Women-led Innovations

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Kampala, May 16, 2024 – The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), in collaboration with Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, Ministry of Water and Environment-Climate Change Department (CCD), and Makerere…

Thursday, May 16

15

South Sudan launches $33 million project to build climate resilience

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South Sudan’s Ministry of Environment and Forestry, alongside World Vision, launched the Watershed Approaches for Climate Resilience in Agro-pastoral Landscapes (WACRESS) Project, in a move to combat climate change’s impact on vulnerable…

Wednesday, May 15

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Novel research sheds light on Amazonian birds' thermoregulatory strategies in a changing environment

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A pioneering study published in Oikos has revealed novel insights into how a select group of birds in the Amazon rainforest, known as terrestrial insectivores, is coping with the ever-increasing threats posed by global climate change.

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Climate Change : Lagos State Partners Swiss Govt, Set To Mitigate Impact Of Weather Condition

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The Lagos state government in partnership with the Switzerland government have organized a one day workshop targeted at promoting green businesses in the country, a move to reduce the impact of climate change on the business environment.…

Monday, May 13

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Austin Issues State of Our Environment Report

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The City of Austin’s Watershed Protection Department has released this year’s State of Our Environment Report. The online report provides a snapshot of Austin's air quality, water, trees, public open space, wildlands, and climate change…

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New report reveals avocados are getting smashed by climate change

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A new report published by the charity Christian Aid has revealed that avocados are under threat from the climate crisis, sparking calls for faster emission cuts and more support for farmers. The superfood favorite is known for its impact…

Sunday, May 12

India’s Forest Cover Increased Consistently Over Last 15 years, Says Environment Ministry at UN Forum in US

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India's forest cover saw a consistent increase over the last 15 years, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) said at the recently concluded United Nations Forum on Forests (UNFF) in the US.

Saturday, May 11

06

President urges global efforts to deal with climate change

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ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday underlined the need for global efforts to address the challenge of climate change by adopting environment-friendly technology, promoting afforestation, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Wednesday, May 8

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Assessing Africa’s collaborative efforts towards tackling climate change

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By Gabriel Agbeja Experts have observed that Africa is the most vulnerable continent to climate change impacts under all climate scenarios above 1.5 degrees Celsius. The UN Environment Programme says Africa has contributed negligibly to…

Tuesday, May 7

04

Press freedom critical in addressing climate crisis – FG

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The federal government has said press freedom is critical in addressing climate change crisis. The Minister State for Environment, Dr Iziaq Adekunle Salako made this known in commemoration of Press …

Monday, Apr 29

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Wild bees are under threat from domestic bees, invasive species, pathogens and climate change — but we can help

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Wild bees face risks from domesticated bees, habitat loss, and climate change. Supporting bee diversity in Ontario is an important component of promoting a healthy environment.

India News | Bandhwari Fire: NGT Issues Notice to Environment Ministry, Others

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Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. The National Green Tribunal has sought a response from authorities, including the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), regarding the blaze in the Bandhwari…

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NCOP approves Climate Change Bill

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The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Barbara Creecy, has welcomed the approval of the Climate Change Bill by the National Council of Provinces (NCOP).

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A book series by the Centre for Science and Environment explores links between food and biodiversity

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In Future of Taste, learn about climate change’s impact on food production, alongside traditional recipes from across India

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G7 ministers gather in Italy for 'strategic' talks on climate change

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G7 ministers meet for environment and climate change talks in Turin on Monday, with experts urging the highly industrialised countries to use their political clout, wealth and technologies to end fossil fuel use.

Friday, Apr 26

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Study shows climate change impact on China's dry–wet transition zones

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Climate change is significantly altering bioclimatic environments in China's dry–wet transition zones, according to a recent study published in the Journal of Hydrology.

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Early trauma cuts life short for squirrels, and climate change could make matters worse

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Life can be tough for young red squirrels living in the Canada's Yukon territory, where frigid winters, food scarcity and predators threaten their long-term survival. Scientists want to know what factors might protect young squirrels,…

Thursday, Apr 25

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Decisive actions needed to mitigate climate change—Environment minister

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ABUJA (SUNDIATA POST)- The Minister of Environment, Malam Balarabe Lawal, says swift and decisive actions are needed to mitigate the adverse effects of climate change. Lawal spoke at the 17th meeting of the Council of Environment on…

Wednesday, Apr 24

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Can climate change accelerate transmission of malaria? Pioneering research sheds light on impacts of temperature

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A groundbreaking study combined novel experimental data within an innovative modeling framework to examine how temperature might affect transmission risk of malaria in different environments in Africa.