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Panthera and Oxford University’s WildCRU Collaborate to Protect Lions

May 20, 2023

Lions in Africa have been facing a significant decline in their populations due to various threats. Oxford University’s Wildlife Conservation Research Unit (WildCRU) and Panthera, the global wild cat conservation organization, are collaborating to address this concern. Appointment of Andrew ..

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Satellites Reveal Widespread Decline in Global Lake Water Storage

May 19, 2023

A study titled “Satellites reveal widespread decline in global lake water storage” revealed that more than half of large lakes and reservoirs across the world are drying up. Climate change and human activities are blamed for this crisis. The Extent ..

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Early El Nino

May 18, 2023

Satellite observations play a crucial role in monitoring and understanding various natural phenomena. Recently, the Sentinel-6 Michael Freilich satellite detected an intriguing type of wave known as Kelvin waves. These waves have significant implications for El Nino and sea levels. ..

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New UNEP Roadmap to Slash Plastic Pollution

May 17, 2023

The UNEP recently released a report titled “Turning off the Tap: How the world can end plastic pollution and create a circular economy”. The report emphasizes the importance of adopting a circular economy approach in curbing plastic pollution across the ..

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“Changing Status of Tropical Cyclones Over the North Indian Ocean” Report

May 13, 2023

A study titled “Changing status of tropical cyclones over the north Indian Ocean” sheds light on the effects of climate change on cyclones in the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal. Key Findings of the Study Both sides of ..

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Queensland’s Isaac River Coal Mine

May 12, 2023

The Australian government has recently approved the construction of a new coal mine, marking the first approval since being elected on a climate action platform. The mine, known as the Isaac River coal mine, is expected to have significant implications ..

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Eretmoptera murphyi in Signy Island

May 12, 2023

Signy Island, located in Antarctica, is facing a concerning ecological challenge. A flightless midge called Eretmoptera murphyi has been wreaking havoc on the island’s delicate ecosystem. The Influence of Eretmoptera murphyi on Signy Island’s Soil Eretmoptera murphyi has been altering ..

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Carbon Credit Trading Scheme

May 12, 2023

The Indian government is actively working towards decarbonising its economy and achieving ambitious climate goals. To facilitate this transition and promote sustainable practices, the Ministry of Power and the Ministry of Environment, Forests & Climate Change are collaborating to develop ..

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Credit Suisse-Ecuador Debt-for-Nature Swap Deal

May 8, 2023

Swiss bank Credit Suisse has bought Ecuadorian bonds worth $1.6 billion in a debt-for-nature swap. The deal will commit Ecuador to spending $18 million annually for the next 20 years on conservation in the Galapagos Islands, one of the world’s ..

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COP28 to Focus on Health Impacts of Climate Change

May 6, 2023

The upcoming 28th Conference of Parties (COP28) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change is set to assess health issues in great detail. COP28, which will be held in Dubai this November, will dedicate a day to health, ..

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