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Much less methane might be released from thawing tundra than previously thought

Much less methane might be released from thawing tundra than previously...

Research shows that an affected area’s methane emissions are 10 times less than at another site owing to ecological changes. Methane is a potent greenhouse...
Why it’s time to include fungi in global conservation goals

Why it’s time to include fungi in global conservation goals

If you enjoy bread, wine or soy sauce, or have taken penicillin or immunosuppressant drugs, thank fungi, which make all of these products possible. It’s no secret...
Microplastics could have grave implications for our health and health care

Microplastics could have grave implications for our health and health care

Microplastics could cause us a variety of health problems and pose grave challenges to health care provision. A team of Dutch researchers has recently discovered...
Eric van Sciver. Project Manager AECOM

AECOM champions diversity and development at LHWP Phase II

The World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development on Saturday 21 May not only highlights the richness of the world’s cultures, but...
More than 59 million internally displaced in 2021

More than 59 million internally displaced in 2021

NEW YORK, USA, 19 May 2022 -/African Media Agency(AMA)/- A record 59.1 million people were displaced within their homelands last year, or four...
Urban gardeners can help save endangered native plants

Urban gardeners can help save endangered native plants

By cultivating native plant species that are in decline in the wild, horticulturalists can function as conservationists. The prospect of a mass extinction is looming...
Eperts in Malawi at a previous species red listing workshop. This new project will continue the good work started in all four countries.

€ 6.7 million project to build biodiversity knowledge for action in...

Johannesburg, 19 May22: A € 6.7 million (approximately R110-million) spatial biodiversity assessment, prioritization and planning (SBAPP) project that will improve environmental planning and monitor the status...
‘Green water’ is set to diminish for most croplands worldwide

‘Green water’ is set to diminish for most croplands worldwide

By 2050 water scarcity in agriculture will likely increase in a staggering 80% of the world’s croplands. Freshwater scarcity is a fact of life for...
Sustainable investing can help save the planet

Sustainable investing can help save the planet

Sustainable investing is when investors observe a company’s environmental, social and governance factors before providing funding to it. Now more than ever, it is essential...
Religions meet in Riyadh as faith groups step up on climate

Religions meet in Riyadh as faith groups step up on climate

World religious leaders call for common ground on climate as faith groups vow to align their finances with 1.5°C climate goals. Faith-based groups are becoming...
The Travel Corporation releases its first Impact Report with leading-edge sustainability initiatives

The Travel Corporation releases its first Impact Report with leading-edge sustainability...

The Travel Corporation (TTC), one of the world’s largest travel operators, founded by the late Stanley Tollman, a global tourism industry icon and a...
Husqvarna first became involved with rhino dehorning in 2020

Rhino Poaching Prevention Powers Up in KZN

Dehorning efforts are escalated to enhance the safety and protection of this endangered species Whilst rhino dehorning is not a “silver bullet”, Dale Wapender, Phinda’s...