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The Alberta Land and Property Rights Tribunal has issued a decision in the matter of Canadian Natural Resources Limited v Sim, amending an earlier order that had directed the Minister to pay a landowner $2,445 for compensation due in 2022. The Tribunal found that Canadian Natural Resources Limited was
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As the number of critically endangered Irrawaddy dolphins in Songkhla Lake dwindles to a single individual, the Thai government has stepped up its conservation efforts to protect the species and restore the lake's ecosystem. The Irrawaddy dolphin, one of only five freshwater dolphin species, is now on the
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The UAE observes the International Day for Biological Diversity on May 22, under the theme "Harmony With Nature and Sustainable Development." The nation acknowledges the importance of balancing progress with the conservation of natural resources and biodiversity, particularly in addressing climate challenges. The United Nations has reiterated its
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The Trump Administration's fiscal year 2026 budget request for the Department of the Interior has been widely criticized by lawmakers, including Ranking Member Chellie Pingree (D-Maine), who argued that it dismantles the department's core mission to protect the environment, preserve public lands, and steward natural resources.
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Armed groups, including jihadists, have been operating in Benin's Pendjari Biosphere Reserve, a World Heritage Site and one of the main biodiversity conservation areas in West Africa. Since 2019, these non-state armed groups have been targeting the reserve, leading to a significant decline in tourism and devastating impacts
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Natural Resources Wales has introduced a ban on barbecues at Newborough National Nature Reserve and Forest, following 15 fire-related incidents, including unauthorised BBQs, which were dealt with by NRW officers in the past weekend. The ban aims to reduce the risk of wildfires and applies to all areas within the
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The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism (MEFT) has warned Namibians to prepare for an intense wildfire season following a productive rainy season that has created conditions ripe for wildfires. Fuel load assessments indicate a high risk of wildfires, with dry and windy conditions already present in some areas. Wildfires
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Ghana is set to host the 'Mining in Motion Summit 2025', a global gathering of industry leaders, policymakers, investors, and sustainability experts from June 2-5, 2025, in Accra. This summit is a strategic partnership between the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, led by Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, and
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The critically endangered Irrawaddy dolphin population in Songkhla Lake has plummeted to just 17 individuals, prompting the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment to accelerate conservation efforts and restore the lake's fragile ecosystem. Ministry Minister Chalermchai Sri-on visited the lake, emphasizing the need for conservation and development of
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The Thai government is focusing on preserving the dwindling population of Irrawaddy dolphins in Songkhla Lake, emphasizing the need for balanced development and conservation. Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, Mr. Chalermchai Sri-on, visited the lake to inspect the conservation plan and the construction of the Songkhla Lake Bridge. The
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Ghana will join the global community in celebrating the International Day for Biological Diversity, emphasizing the urgent need to preserve biodiversity while pursuing sustainable development. The theme for this year's celebration is 'Harmony with Nature and Sustainable Development,' highlighting the vital relationship between the health of
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As summer begins in Wisconsin, preserving biodiversity has become a multi-faceted effort. A package of seven bills was introduced to help shore up protections for pollinators, including native prairie and forage plants, and designating June 2025 as Pollinator Awareness Month. The bills also propose restrictions on pesticides and insecticides, and
