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New Global Policies to Cut Plastic Waste and Reduce Carbon Emissions by 2050
A study from UC Santa Barbara and Berkeley suggests four key policies that could reduce global plastic waste mismanagement by 91 percent and cut related emissions by 30 percent by 2050. The policies include a mandate for 40 percent recycled plastic in new products, a cap on plastic production, greater investment in waste management, and a fee on pl...
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World’s Tree Species at Risk of Extinction, Claims New Study
A recent report has revealed that more than 38% of tree species globally are at risk of extinction, with human activities like deforestation and disease contributing significantly to their decline. The findings were presented at the UN COP16 biodiversity summit in Colombia, where world leaders are discussing strategies to protect natural ecosystems...
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COP28: 5 Key Topics To Be Discussed At Dubai Climate Talks
Environmental activists say there's no doubt anymore that urgent collective action is needed to preserve a livable planet. As the COP28 UN climate talks begin in Dubai on Thursday, here are five things to watch out for.
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Microplastics Crisis Demands More Than Just Ocean Cleanups and Biodegradables, Says Expert
In 2004, Professor Richard Thompson, a marine biologist from the University of Plymouth in the United Kingdom, coined the term "microplastics."
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In A First, Pope Francis To Attend COP28 Climate Summit In Dubai
Pope Francis said on Wednesday that he will attend the COP28 climate conference starting next month in Dubai, the first time a pontiff will be at the U.N. environmental meeting since they began in 1995.
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Africa's First Climate Summit Begins, Continental Unity In Focus
Africa's first climate summit kicked off in the Kenyan capital on Monday with delegates aiming to forge a common position ahead of upcoming global conferences and discussing how to fund the continent's environmental priorities.
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Greenpeace Accuses Davos Summit VIPs Of "Hypocrisy" Over Private Jet Use
Environmental lobby group Greenpeace accused attendees of the annual Davos meeting of a "distasteful masterclass in hypocrisy" on Friday over their use of private jets to travel to the event in the Swiss Alps.
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Davos Summit Expects Record Turnout As It Resumes Winter Slot
A record number of business and government leaders will descend on the Swiss resort of Davos next week to pore over challenges ranging from global economic slowdown to environmental collapse as the World Economic Forum returns to its winter slot.
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Countries Adopt Historic Deal To Protect Nature At UN Biodiversity Summit
Countries approved a historic deal to reverse decades of environmental destruction threatening the world's species and ecosystems at a marathon UN biodiversity summit early Monday.
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"Why Are We Here": Climate Activists Sidelined At COP27 Summit
Ugandan youth activist Nyombi Morris arrived in Egypt for the UN's COP27 climate summit with high hopes of being part of the campaign for environmental justice.
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"Youth Disillusionment" Among Top Risks For India: World Economic Forum
Widespread youth disillusionment, digital inequality and fracture of inter-state relations are key risks for Indian economy, says a WEF survey
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Princes Charles Urges Action, Not "Just Talk" At UN Climate Summit
Prince Charles, a lifelong environmentalist who has championed organic gardening and runs one of his cars on white wine and cheese, has urged world leaders to turn talk into action at the upcoming UN climate summit.
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Greta Thunberg Leads Climate March At Milan Youth Summit
Hundreds of young people led by Swedish activist Greta Thunberg marched in Milan Friday to demand swift climate action a month ahead of the crucial COP26 environmental summit in Glasgow.
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Watch: Sparkle Of 300 Drones For Environment Awareness As G7 Leaders Meet
As world leaders gathered in Cornwall to attend the G7 summit, the environmental organisation Greenpeace UK sent out a message to tackle the climate crisis.
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How Long Will You Ignore Climate Crisis: Greta Thunberg To Politicians
Environmental campaigner Greta Thunberg assailed powerful politicians on Thursday for "ignoring" climate change, as she demanded an end to fossil fuel subsidies and implored the current generation of leaders to take the crisis more seriously.
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New Global Policies to Cut Plastic Waste and Reduce Carbon Emissions by 2050
A study from UC Santa Barbara and Berkeley suggests four key policies that could reduce global plastic waste mismanagement by 91 percent and cut related emissions by 30 percent by 2050. The policies include a mandate for 40 percent recycled plastic in new products, a cap on plastic production, greater investment in waste management, and a fee on pl...
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World’s Tree Species at Risk of Extinction, Claims New Study
A recent report has revealed that more than 38% of tree species globally are at risk of extinction, with human activities like deforestation and disease contributing significantly to their decline. The findings were presented at the UN COP16 biodiversity summit in Colombia, where world leaders are discussing strategies to protect natural ecosystems...
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COP28: 5 Key Topics To Be Discussed At Dubai Climate Talks
Environmental activists say there's no doubt anymore that urgent collective action is needed to preserve a livable planet. As the COP28 UN climate talks begin in Dubai on Thursday, here are five things to watch out for.
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Microplastics Crisis Demands More Than Just Ocean Cleanups and Biodegradables, Says Expert
In 2004, Professor Richard Thompson, a marine biologist from the University of Plymouth in the United Kingdom, coined the term "microplastics."
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In A First, Pope Francis To Attend COP28 Climate Summit In Dubai
Pope Francis said on Wednesday that he will attend the COP28 climate conference starting next month in Dubai, the first time a pontiff will be at the U.N. environmental meeting since they began in 1995.
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Africa's First Climate Summit Begins, Continental Unity In Focus
Africa's first climate summit kicked off in the Kenyan capital on Monday with delegates aiming to forge a common position ahead of upcoming global conferences and discussing how to fund the continent's environmental priorities.
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Greenpeace Accuses Davos Summit VIPs Of "Hypocrisy" Over Private Jet Use
Environmental lobby group Greenpeace accused attendees of the annual Davos meeting of a "distasteful masterclass in hypocrisy" on Friday over their use of private jets to travel to the event in the Swiss Alps.
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Davos Summit Expects Record Turnout As It Resumes Winter Slot
A record number of business and government leaders will descend on the Swiss resort of Davos next week to pore over challenges ranging from global economic slowdown to environmental collapse as the World Economic Forum returns to its winter slot.
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Countries Adopt Historic Deal To Protect Nature At UN Biodiversity Summit
Countries approved a historic deal to reverse decades of environmental destruction threatening the world's species and ecosystems at a marathon UN biodiversity summit early Monday.
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"Why Are We Here": Climate Activists Sidelined At COP27 Summit
Ugandan youth activist Nyombi Morris arrived in Egypt for the UN's COP27 climate summit with high hopes of being part of the campaign for environmental justice.
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"Youth Disillusionment" Among Top Risks For India: World Economic Forum
Widespread youth disillusionment, digital inequality and fracture of inter-state relations are key risks for Indian economy, says a WEF survey
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Princes Charles Urges Action, Not "Just Talk" At UN Climate Summit
Prince Charles, a lifelong environmentalist who has championed organic gardening and runs one of his cars on white wine and cheese, has urged world leaders to turn talk into action at the upcoming UN climate summit.
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Greta Thunberg Leads Climate March At Milan Youth Summit
Hundreds of young people led by Swedish activist Greta Thunberg marched in Milan Friday to demand swift climate action a month ahead of the crucial COP26 environmental summit in Glasgow.
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Watch: Sparkle Of 300 Drones For Environment Awareness As G7 Leaders Meet
As world leaders gathered in Cornwall to attend the G7 summit, the environmental organisation Greenpeace UK sent out a message to tackle the climate crisis.
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How Long Will You Ignore Climate Crisis: Greta Thunberg To Politicians
Environmental campaigner Greta Thunberg assailed powerful politicians on Thursday for "ignoring" climate change, as she demanded an end to fossil fuel subsidies and implored the current generation of leaders to take the crisis more seriously.
