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    Chantilly the model as Jockey Club Estates ramps up biodiversity scheme on the Heath

    English

    Dec 18, 2024
    Racing Post

    Chantilly the model as Jockey Club Estates ramps up biodiversity scheme on the Heath

    New saplings and hedging set to transform Warren Hill and create a safer environment
    Rapport sur la biodiversité : "Il faudrait revenir davantage vers une agriculture vivrière en circuit local", affirme l'écologue Philippe Grandcolas

    Français

    Dec 17, 2024
    franceinfo

    Rapport sur la biodiversité : "Il faudrait revenir davantage vers une agriculture vivrière en circuit local", affirme l'écologue Philippe Grandcolas

    Le directeur de recherche au CNRS fait partie des 165 internationaux regroupés dans la plateforme intergouvernementale sur la biodiversité et les services écosystémiques (IPBES), équivalent pour la biodiversité des experts du Giec mandatés par l'ONU sur le climat.
    Wroughton’s free-tailed bat, a highly rare species, spotted in Delhi’s Yamuna Biodiversity Park

    English

    Dec 17, 2024
    The Indian Express

    Wroughton’s free-tailed bat, a highly rare species, spotted in Delhi’s Yamuna Biodiversity Park

    Wroughton’s free-tailed bat is ecologically important for regulating insect populations and is also known to assist in pollination.
    Why the existing actions to address biodiversity fail

    English

    Dec 16, 2024
    THE WEEK

    Why the existing actions to address biodiversity fail

    The IPBES assessment report explores specific response options to maximise co-benefits across five ‘nexus elements’- biodiversity, water, food, health and climate changes
    ‘It absolutely took off’: five UK biodiversity success stories

    English

    Dec 15, 2024
    The Guardian

    ‘It absolutely took off’: five UK biodiversity success stories

    From new butterfly habitats in the Cotswolds to arctic willow planting in the Scottish Highlands, there are increasing numbers of places where humans are giving nature a helping hand to re-establish itself
    The Burmese python problem: how 20ft predators are wreaking havoc on the Everglades

    English

    Dec 13, 2024
    The Guardian

    The Burmese python problem: how 20ft predators are wreaking havoc on the Everglades

    There are between 100,000 and 300,000 of these snakes in the region – and they can swallow a small deer whole. What can Florida do about this threat to biodiversity?
    Giant tunnel near Plymouth hides a deadly nuclear secret

    English

    Dec 12, 2024
    Plymouth Live

    Giant tunnel near Plymouth hides a deadly nuclear secret

    It is known for its wild beauty, panoramic vistas, and rich biodiversity, as well as its extensive industrial past
    Marginalised women farmers of Maharashtra to meet in Pune to discuss experiences on climate resilient farming

    English

    Dec 12, 2024
    The Indian Express

    Marginalised women farmers of Maharashtra to meet in Pune to discuss experiences on climate resilient farming

    Soppecom and Makaam are hosting the meet at Navi Peth in Pune on December 15 and 16 to address agrarian distress of women farmers through agroecology farming.
    Tamil Nadu Villages Rally Against Tungsten Mining to Protect Biodiversity

    English

    Dec 11, 2024
    Devdiscourse

    Tamil Nadu Villages Rally Against Tungsten Mining to Protect Biodiversity

    Farmers in Tamil Nadu are celebrating a state assembly resolution opposing tungsten mining in 48 villages, including Arithapatti. They urge the government to formally declare the region a protected biodiversity and agricultural zone, amid fears of environmental destruction from a project approved by the central government.
    American Express Launches Green Initiative in India

    English

    Dec 11, 2024
    Devdiscourse

    American Express Launches Green Initiative in India

    American Express has announced a three-year plan focused on sustainability, biodiversity, and climate resilience in India. The initiative includes reforestation in the Aravalli region, solar solutions to reduce carbon emissions, and partnerships to restore ecosystems. The effort aims to support India's environmental goals.
    International Mountain Day 2024: Theme, History, Significance, And Interesting Facts

    English

    Dec 11, 2024
    News18

    International Mountain Day 2024: Theme, History, Significance, And Interesting Facts

    International Mountain Day 2024: According to the United Nations, Mountain hosts about half of the world's biodiversity hotspots and 30 percent of all key Biodiversity Areas.
    5 under-the-radar travel destinations the UN says you should visit

    English

    Dec 10, 2024
    The Mercury News

    5 under-the-radar travel destinations the UN says you should visit

    These destinations are using visitation funds in a way that boosts their cultural practices, preserves biodiversity and improves quality of life for locals.
    Seaton wetlands project wins funding to clean River Axe and boost homes

    English

    Dec 10, 2024
    Devon Live

    Seaton wetlands project wins funding to clean River Axe and boost homes

    East Devon District Council secures £4M to clean the River Axe, restore biodiversity, and enable housing development in Seaton
    Pharmaceuticals from Marine Sources: Past, Present and Future

    English

    Dec 10, 2024
    News-Medical.net

    Pharmaceuticals from Marine Sources: Past, Present and Future

    The ocean's biodiversity is a key source of marine-derived compounds, fueling pharmaceutical innovations and drug discovery for various health conditions.
    Traveller sites in south Dublin removed from plan due to ‘biodiversity considerations’

    English

    Dec 9, 2024
    The Irish Times

    Traveller sites in south Dublin removed from plan due to ‘biodiversity considerations’

    Sites earmarked for Traveller accommodation are set to be removed from the forthcoming Traveller Accommodation Plan
    " Au Vietnam, des changements sont nécessaires dans l’agriculture. Dans quel sens ? Celui de l’agroécologie ! "

    Français

    Dec 8, 2024
    Le Monde

    " Au Vietnam, des changements sont nécessaires dans l’agriculture. Dans quel sens ? Celui de l’agroécologie ! "

    Le professeur Dao The Anh a joué un rôle décisif dans l’inclusion des principes de l’agroécologie dans la nouvelle stratégie de développement agricole du pays. Dans un entretien au « Monde », il revient sur son parcours et dresse un bilan des diverses politiques en matière d’agriculture depuis l’indépendance.
    Batangas launches Verde Is. marine biodiversity center

    English

    Dec 8, 2024
    manilastandard.net

    Batangas launches Verde Is. marine biodiversity center

    The provincial government of Batangas launched on Saturday a facility designed to protect, promote, and preserve the Verde Island Passage (VIP) reputed to
    Lebanon community rises from crises through sustainable farming, scholarship, art space

    English

    Dec 7, 2024
    Rappler

    Lebanon community rises from crises through sustainable farming, scholarship, art space

    Women and men build community alliances through initiatives, such as an agroecology network, a higher education scholarships program, and a self-managed public art space
    CE SAIN, Searca hold joint conference on agri-biodiversity

    English

    Dec 4, 2024
    The Manila Times

    CE SAIN, Searca hold joint conference on agri-biodiversity

    MORE than 120 attendees took part in the joint international conference of the Center of Excellence on Sustainable Agricultural Intensification and Nutrition (CE SAIN) and the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (Searca) to discuss issues related to sustainable agri-biodiversity and food security.
    Petition urges protection of Woodlands N1 forest for biodiversity conservation

    English

    Dec 4, 2024
    The Online Citizen

    Petition urges protection of Woodlands N1 forest for biodiversity conservation

    Woodlands Botanical Garden has petitioned President Tharman to conserve the Woodlands N1 forest as a protected biodiversity site