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    Sweet wonders: How eating less sugar might be good for your health and the planet's

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    Nov 20, 2024
    Firstpost

    Sweet wonders: How eating less sugar might be good for your health and the planet's

    While sugar has become an essential part of our diets, consuming sugar in more quantities is not only harmful to health but also to the environment. A recent study has shed light on the environmental problems that arise from growing sugar such as biodiversity loss and water pollution from fertilisers and mills and suggests reducing sugar consumption or the use it in environmentally beneficial ways
    Which city has the world's tallest temple: 10 fascinating facts to know

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    Nov 16, 2024
    Times of India

    Which city has the world's tallest temple: 10 fascinating facts to know

    Vrindavan Chandrodaya Mandir, set to be the world's tallest temple upon its completion in 2026, is a marvel of engineering and spirituality. Standing tall at 700 ft, with earthquake-resistant design and deep foundations, the temple boasts a biodiversity park, a Krishna theme park, and skywalks connecting its various sections.
    Supreme Court refuses appeal over claim conservation status of man’s land lost him €1.5m

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    Nov 15, 2024
    The Irish Times

    Supreme Court refuses appeal over claim conservation status of man’s land lost him €1.5m

    Harry McHugh was told that he would need minister’s permission to make changes to farming in area of Donegal
    Discovery of the Agasthyamalai Bambootail in Kerala's Western Ghats

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    Nov 14, 2024
    Devdiscourse

    Discovery of the Agasthyamalai Bambootail in Kerala's Western Ghats

    Researchers from MIT World Peace University and Christ College, Kerala, have discovered a new damselfly species in the Western Ghats. Named 'Agasthyamalai Bambootail,' it signifies the biodiversity of the region. The scientific name honors the location where it was found: Melanoneura agasthyamalaica.
    Mexico's Battle to Preserve Native White Corn: A Constitutional Safeguard

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    Nov 14, 2024
    Devdiscourse

    Mexico's Battle to Preserve Native White Corn: A Constitutional Safeguard

    Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum plans to constitutionally protect non-GMO white corn varieties vital to the nation's biodiversity and health. Her initiative follows efforts by former President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador to shield Mexican corn from GMO imports. The plan faces challenges under the USMCA trade agreement.
    Pune research group highlights water, food and biodiversity relationship in Upper Bhima basin

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    Nov 14, 2024
    The Indian Express

    Pune research group highlights water, food and biodiversity relationship in Upper Bhima basin

    Being a hilly area with no access to irrigation water, the communities have very limited opportunities in agriculture. This highlights their vulnerability if their income from hirda is unstable.
    Meat, oil and pesticide industry lobbyists turned out in record numbers at Cop16

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    Nov 13, 2024
    The Guardian

    Meat, oil and pesticide industry lobbyists turned out in record numbers at Cop16

    Questions raised over influence after 1,261 business and industry delegates registered for biodiversity summit in Colombia
    Germany's Klim raises $22M to take its regenerative farming platform international

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    Nov 12, 2024
    TechCrunch

    Germany's Klim raises $22M to take its regenerative farming platform international

    So-called "regenerative" farming, which is said to be less harmful to soils and biodiversity than conventional farming, offers an opportunity to reduce
    New framework for biodiversity credits rules out a global offsetting exchange

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    Nov 11, 2024
    The Guardian

    New framework for biodiversity credits rules out a global offsetting exchange

    Voluntary standards proposed at Cop16 focus on keeping offsets strictly local, while critics call the issue a ‘distraction’
    Plaine de l’Ain. Agroécologie : il accompagne les agriculteurs du département au changement

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    Nov 10, 2024
    Le Progrès

    Plaine de l’Ain. Agroécologie : il accompagne les agriculteurs du département au changement

    Agronome spécialisé en agroécologie, Guillaume Bouchard a créé sa petite entreprise Agro Cohérence l’an dernier. Il se penche sur les questions de ...
    Area to be transformed into 'green haven' as National Trust set to plant 91,000 trees in one part of Merseyside

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    Nov 8, 2024
    Liverpool Echo

    Area to be transformed into 'green haven' as National Trust set to plant 91,000 trees in one part of Merseyside

    Sefton Council said the sale of land to the National Trust will positively impact the biodiversity in the area outside Lunt Village
    Plastic pollution is changing entire Earth system, scientists find

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    Nov 7, 2024
    The Guardian

    Plastic pollution is changing entire Earth system, scientists find

    Pollution is affecting the climate, biodiversity, ecosystems, ocean acidification and human health, according to analysis
    Amazon's Decline in Deforestation Sparks Hope Amid Controversy

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    Nov 7, 2024
    Devdiscourse

    Amazon's Decline in Deforestation Sparks Hope Amid Controversy

    Forest loss in Brazil's Amazon decreased by 30.6%, reaching a nine-year low, while the Cerrado saw a 25.7% reduction. Despite this, President Lula's government faces criticism for projects potentially harmful to the region. The Amazon retains crucial environmental significance, storing carbon dioxide and housing immense biodiversity.
    Next president faces severe ecosecurity challenges

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    Nov 6, 2024
    The Boston Globe

    Next president faces severe ecosecurity challenges

    The next president will face multiple high-impact disasters across stresses in the Earth’s systems — such as climate change, biodiversity loss, chemical pollution, or resource depletion.
    William meets young conservationists on Table Mountain viewpoint visit

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    Nov 5, 2024
    Evening Standard

    William meets young conservationists on Table Mountain viewpoint visit

    The Prince of Wales took in the sights of Cape Town when he hiked partway up Signal Hill, and discussed the importance of biodiversity.
    Eco-minded students in Crediton work towards Green Flag award

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    Nov 5, 2024
    Devon Live

    Eco-minded students in Crediton work towards Green Flag award

    From biodiversity to waste reduction, the club empowers students to make an environmental impact on campus and work toward the coveted Eco-Schools Green Flag award
    Williams meets young conservationists on Table Mountain viewpoint visit

    English

    Nov 5, 2024
    Evening Standard

    Williams meets young conservationists on Table Mountain viewpoint visit

    The Prince of Wales took in the sights of Cape Town when he hiked partway up Signal Hill, and discussed the importance of biodiversity.
    The State of The Ocean Is Intrinsically Linked to Human Health

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    Nov 4, 2024
    ScienceAlert

    The State of The Ocean Is Intrinsically Linked to Human Health

    A new study published in the journal One Earth explores how marine biodiversity conservation, human health and wellbeing are connected.
    Fast-Tracking Biodiversity Action: How AI is Transforming Policy Alignment for Nature’s Future

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    Nov 4, 2024
    Devdiscourse

    Fast-Tracking Biodiversity Action: How AI is Transforming Policy Alignment for Nature’s Future

    UNDP and GEF are using AI-driven assessments to help countries rapidly align national biodiversity targets with the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, enhancing policy coherence and stakeholder engagement. This innovative approach accelerates biodiversity action while ensuring responsible AI use and inclusive decision-making.
    Funding Gap in Global Biodiversity Efforts Sparks Call for Private Investment

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    Nov 3, 2024
    Devdiscourse

    Funding Gap in Global Biodiversity Efforts Sparks Call for Private Investment

    The COP16 negotiations in Colombia failed to agree on mobilizing $200 billion annually for conservation by 2030, highlighting a reliance on private sector funding. Wealthy nations showed reluctance in increasing financial contributions for global biodiversity, leading to calls for private investment to bridge the funding gap.