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Kyrgyzstan's Cabinet of Ministers has officially designated the snow leopard as the country's national symbol, following a presidential decree issued in December 2023. This move comes as the country continues to play a prominent role in global conservation efforts, including spearheading a UN General Assembly initiative
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The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has given 18 computer tablets to the Indigenous Peoples (IPs) in Oriental Mindoro as part of their efforts to support the IPs' roles as forest and biodiversity monitors in their ancestral domains. The turnover ceremony took place during the Mindoro Biodiversity
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The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has awarded $1.1 million to the city of Jasper for upgrades to its wastewater treatment system. The project, estimated to total $1.4 million, aims to replace aging infrastructure and improve operations and maintenance. The funding consists of a $538,000 low-interest loan
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Colorado Governor Polis, along with the Colorado Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Colorado Tourism Office (CTO), have announced that the State of Colorado will provide funds to keep two visitor centers at Rocky Mountain National Park open during the federal government shutdown. This decision aims to help local
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The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has awarded $1.7 million to the city of Unionville for upgrades to its wastewater treatment system. The project, estimated to cost nearly $1.8 million, aims to consolidate wastewater flows from two facilities and meet new effluent permit limitations. The upgrades will extend
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) emphasized the significance of the State Revolving Fund programs during a recent meeting of the Natural Resources Board. These programs provide financial assistance to municipalities across Wisconsin for drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects that safeguard public health and water quality. Since
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) emphasized the significance of the State Revolving Fund programs during a recent Natural Resources Board meeting. The funds provide financial assistance to municipalities across the state for drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects, aimed at protecting public health and water quality. Since
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Researchers from the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, in collaboration with Terra Mare Conservation and the National Park Service, have conducted a comprehensive study on the decay of historic ship timbers. The study, recently published in the Journal of Fungi, revealed the types of decay present, the elemental chemistry
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As the ongoing government shutdown continues, the National Park Service (NPS) is facing significant staffing cuts, further exacerbating its pre-existing understaffing issues. According to court filings, the Interior Department plans to eliminate over 2,000 positions, including 272 NPS staff in regional offices and positions supporting maintenance projects and cultural
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Research at Gorgan University of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources has explored the effects of supplemental lighting and nano-nutrients on rose growth performance, photosynthesis, and production. The study sought to evaluate the impact of high-pressure sodium (HPS) and light-emitting diode (LED) lighting in combination with various concentrations of nano-nutrients (Fe,
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Research at Gorgan University of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources has explored the effects of supplemental lighting and nano-nutrients on rose growth performance, photosynthesis, and production. The study sought to evaluate the impact of high-pressure sodium (HPS) and light-emitting diode (LED) lighting in combination with various concentrations of nano-nutrients (Fe,
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A prescribed fire operation is being planned by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to reduce the threat of catastrophic wildfire, promote forest health, and improve wildlife habitat near Suncrest. The operation, which may start as soon as Wednesday, October 22, will take place on up to 433
