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Mount Kinabalu training centre faces calls to halt work over indigenous, environmental concerns
KOTA KINABALU, Nov 3 — The ongoing construction of a high-altitude training centre on Mount Kinabalu has come unde...
Lawyer questions balance of environmental, economic goals in RMA directions
"I think there is a political question as to where that balance is set, and whether there needs to be greater environmental protection than proposed," says the Russel McVeagh lawyer.
OBITUARY: Environmental justice warrior Desmond D’Sa returns to Mother Earth
Forced from his childhood home under apartheid, he spent half a century organising the people of Wentworth against the industrial giants that poisoned their neighbourhood. He closed a toxic landfill, won the Goldman Environmental Prize and never stopped fighting.
Environmental breaches on dairy farms leading to bigger fines
Farmers can be fined up to a million dollars for serious environmental offending under tougher penalties introduced last year.
Iran’s energy and environmental crises: The promise of a free Iran - opinion
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Ondo arrests 30 over environmental sanitation offences
The Ondo State Government has arrested no fewer than 30 people for committing environmental sanitation offences during the monthly exercise in Akure. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-arrests-30-over-environmental-sanitation-offences/
Up to 250 homes allowed without environmental assessment
Regulations that will enable up to 250 housing units to be built without the requirement for an Environmental Impact Assessment have been published by the Government.
Yorkshire Water boss resigns after company given lowest environmental rating
Yorkshire Water has announced its chief executive is stepping down - a day after the company was given the lowest environmental rating by regulators.
Finland launches criminal probe of suspected environmental damage by Google
The US tech giant is investing $15bn in a huge new data centre project in northern Finland.
Company fined Dh15,000 for environmental offences in Abu Dhabi
Authorities in Abu Dhabi have fined a paper and plastic manufacturing company Dh15,000 for several environmental breaches. The factory, based in Industrial City Abu Dhabi (ICAD), was penalised by the Environment Agency Abu Dhabi (EAD) for deterioration of storage silos, heavy emissions and failure to meet the required standards to curb air pollution. "As par
Limerick environmentalist fails in defamation bid against communications adviser
Michelle Hayes said Emma Gilleece had accused her of ‘bullying and threats’ on Twitter in June 2020
Environmental Media Association and Its Awards Show to Become Part of Nonprofit United by Nature
The inaugural United by Nature Awards will be held in April 2027 to coincide with Earth Month.
Environmentalists celebrate Lula's reelection in Brazil: 'The Amazon can breathe a sigh of relief'
Lula's government recently announced the lowest Amazon deforestation rate on record. However, he faces a Congress dominated by the far right and agribusiness interests, which often back measures weakening environmental protections.
Singapore commissions studies to deepen capabilities in nuclear safety, regulation and environmental protection
Singapore and the Philippines have agreed to explore collaborations in nuclear energy, says Minister for Energy, Trade and Industry (Energy and Industry) Tan See Leng.
UK government met 137 businesses over AI datacentres – but no environmental groups
<p>Investigation finds dozens of ministers and civil servants moved into AI roles as government developed datacentre expansion plans</p><p>The UK’s policy on datacentres and AI was developed without any meetings with environmental groups, an investigation has found.</p><p>The nonprofit organisation Spotlight on Corruption said a “considerable revolving door”
Brazil’s Vote Is a Victory for the Amazon, Environmentalists Say
The re-election of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is expected to lead to continued rainforest protections. His opponent wanted to make it easier to clear land.
MBPP halts condo and road projects near fatal Paya Terubong landslide site, orders fresh environmental study
GEORGE TOWN, Oct 25 — The Penang Island City Council (MBPP) has ordered an immediate halt to condominium construct...
Bay of Plenty: Matatā farmers recognised for livestock and environmental stewardship
'There is no pattern to it, and we have no idea why we get so many twins.'
COP17 puts Armenia’s environmental record in the spotlight
As Yerevan hosts the global biodiversity summit, concerns over mining and environmental protection deserve scrutiny.
Umahi urges states to emulate Kano’s environmental cleanliness
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has urged other state governments to emulate Kano State’s environmental cleanliness efforts under Governor Abba Yusuf. Read More: https://punchng.com/umahi-urges-states-to-emulate-kanos-environmental-cleanliness/
Green Visakha seeks time-bound environmental commitments from poll candidates in Visakhapatnam
The organisation urges the State to halt further steps on AI data centres until their impact is independently assessed
‘That’s crazy’: Legendary environmentalist David Suzuki speaks out against Bradford’s plan for Toronto’s water
World renowned environmentalist and activist David Suzuki spoke out Wednesday about mayoral candidate Brad Bradford’s plan for Toronto’s water and how it is managed, saying a fundamental need should not be seen as an avenue to make money. Bradford’s plan involves lowering water bills while making Toronto Water a municipal corporation, like Toronto Hydro, whi
‘That’s crazy’: Legendary environmentalist David Suzuki speaks out against Braford’s plan for Toronto’s water
World renowned environmentalist and activist David Suzuki spoke out Wednesday about mayoral candidate Brad Braford’s plan for Toronto’s water and how it is managed, saying a fundamental need should not be seen as an avenue to make money. Bradford’s plan involves lowering water bills while making Toronto Water a municipal corporation, like Toronto Hydro, whic
Το δεύτερο βραβείο στα Environmental Awards 2026 απέσπασε το πρόγραμμα περιβαλλοντικής εκπαίδευσης της Διεύθυνσης Δασών Πιερίας
Το Silver Award (2ο βραβείο) στα Environmental Awards 2026, ανάμεσα σε 160 συμμετοχές, απέσπασε η Διεύθυνση Δασών Πιερίας για τα προγράμματα περιβαλλοντικής εκπαίδευσης που υλοποιεί σε συνεργασία με τα σχολεία. Η διάκριση απονεμήθηκε στην κατηγορία 3.1 Organization Awareness – Environmental Leadership. Η κατηγορία αφορά εκπαιδευτικά ιδρύματα, επιχειρήσεις κα
Demand for environmentally sound buildings ‘now key driver’ of commercial property market
Society of Chartered Surveyors forecasts 6% rise in average rents for prime offices in coming year
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