'In our interests' for China climate help Federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek says its of everybody's interest for co-operation from China on climate change. AAP · Nov 12, 2022
The Victorian government announced the protection of this old-growth forest, satellite data shows within days it was being logged It was described as 'the largest environmental protection policy' in Victoria's history, but shortly after the announcement parts of the state's old-growth forests were being logged. ABC News · Nov 12, 2022
Caesars Palace installs £400k backstage 'bubble' to protect Adele's voice for top gig It was feared Adele's vocal cords could be affected by the hot and humid desert environment so the world's top venue has forked out for a hi-tech backstage bubble Daily Mirror · Nov 12, 2022
UP government showcases achievements at Sharm El-Sheikh CoP 27 LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh government showcased achievements, innovations and initiatives made by it to address the issue of climate change at the Sharm El-Sheikh CoP 27 in which minister of state for environment, forest and climate change (independent charge) Ak Saxena and chief secretary Durga Shankar Mishra participated along with other… The Times of India · Nov 12, 2022
Brazil will be climate leader, says ex-minister Marina Silva Marina Silva, a former environmental minister, has a message for the U.N. climate summit: Brazil is back when it comes to protecting the Amazon, the largest rainforest in the world that is crucial to staving off the worst effects of climate change The Independent UK · Nov 12, 2022
Shifting geopolitical sands, dull economy, but will Cop27 skip real tasks for rhetoric again? The 27th session of the UN conference of parties on climate change mitigation in the Egyptian seaside city of Sharm-el-Sheikh intersects a time when the high table of global diplomacy grapples with the Ukraine war and the energy supply constraints in its wake. Even if it chastens the ambitious tone… Newslaundry · Nov 12, 2022
Bahrain holds parliament polls; rights groups slam 'repressive' climate Bahrain holds parliament elections on Saturday in an environment that rights groups describe as "political repression" after the U.S.-allied Gulf Arab state has dissolved main opposition groups and cracked down on dissent. Reuters · Nov 12, 2022
Queensland opposition questions why landowners were not informed of contamination outside Linc Energy site David Crisafulli asks why the state government did not inform the public when high levels of toxic chemicals were found in bores outside the Linc Energy underground coal gasification project on the Darling Downs. ABC News · Nov 12, 2022
What Is ESG Investing and Is It Right for You? ESG means investing in a way that considers a company's environmental, social and governance profile. Here's what that means in practice. Kiplinger · Nov 11, 2022
South Yorkshire village endures seventh week of toxic smoke from industrial fire Waste stored in Kiveton Park building caught fire in September and is proving difficult to extinguish The Guardian - UK · Nov 11, 2022
SCOTUS takes up animal welfare standards Widely approved by voters, SCOTUS will decide if Proposition 12 should be upheld. But what will the decision mean? Salon · Nov 11, 2022
Coal projects in Great Barrier Reef catchments approved without environmental impact statements Environmental groups call on Queensland government to end exemptions, with six mining ventures already given green light The Guardian - AU · Nov 11, 2022
Pilsen residents deserve to breathe easy after latest environmental scare The EPA and Sims Metal must sort out the problems with air quality monitors so Pilsen residents get the vital and accurate air quality information to which they are entitled. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 11, 2022
NHS Forth Valley leadership under spotlight as fresh revelations raise questions over working conditions The latest developments at the Larbert hospital have seen five consultants walk out within a few weeks due to concerns over the working environment. Daily Record · Nov 11, 2022
Edinburgh Live · Nov 11, 2022 Fury as Edinburgh heritage boss works from home 11,000 miles away in New Zealand Historic Environment Scotland has been urged to explain the benefit to the taxpayer of the arrangement that includes their financial boss flying to New Zealand for nine weeks
WEKU · Nov 11, 2022 NFL's Washington Commanders are among those sued by D.C., accused of deceiving fans Owner Dan Snyder and the NFL were among those sued by the District of Columbia, accused of lying about an inquiry into sexual misconduct and a persistently hostile work environment within the team.
Daily Record · Nov 11, 2022 Dalbeattie High School launches clothing library to help the environment Brand new and preloved outfits will be available to all students for just £1 a time
The Independent UK · Nov 11, 2022 Ukraine war's environmental toll to take years to clean up Environmental damage caused by Ukraine’s war is mounting, and experts warn of long-term health consequences for the population
The Guardian - UK · Nov 11, 2022 Environment Agency has ‘no idea’ how much water is taken, says whistleblower Exclusive: most extraction points for rivers and groundwater not metered, so government relies on users’ honesty
Daily Record · Nov 11, 2022 Heritage quango boss jets off to New Zealand for nine weeks while tourist landmarks stay closed EXCLUSIVE: Historic Environment Scotland has been urged to explain the benefit to the taxpayer of the arrangement
Los Angeles Times · Nov 11, 2022 They used to call California ocean desalination a disaster. But water crisis brings new look LOS ANGELES — For decades, environmentalists have decried ocean desalination as an ecological disaster, while cost-savvy water managers have thumbed their noses at desal's lofty price tag.
The Conversation · Nov 10, 2022 Brazil: the new president inherits massive economic and environmental problems The newly elected president of Brazil is an experienced politician, having already served two terms in the role. But Lula da Silva will take the reins of a country that looks very different from the one he presided over before.
The Conversation · Nov 10, 2022 Burning waste must end: African leaders look to recycling for better health and value When African environment ministers met in Senegal in mid-September, they made one of the most important decisions in the history of waste management in Africa.
The Conversation · Nov 10, 2022 The inconvenient truth of Herman Daly: There is no economy without environment Herman Daly had a flair for stating the obvious. When an economy creates more costs than benefits, he called it “uneconomic growth.” But you won’t find that conclusion in economics textbooks. Even suggesting that economic growth could cost more than it’s worth can be seen as economic heresy.
The Conversation · Nov 10, 2022 8 billion people: Four ways climate change and population growth combine to threaten public health, with global consequences There are questions that worry me profoundly as a population- and environmental-health scientist.