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Policies focusing on mitigating climate change offer the most effective entry point for achieving energy sustainability, reducing air pollution, and improving energy security, find IIASA scientists. Read more..
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WRI, UNDP, UNEP and World Bank release major report explores challenges of changing climate and offers recommendations for national-level government officials to make informed and effective decisions. Read more..
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The Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2010 have been drafted by the Ministry of Environment and Forests to ensure better conservation and management, and to prevent degradation of existing wetlands in India. Read more..
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The appointed agency, Accreditation Services International (ASI), would be working on implementation of Global Standards for Responsible Aquaculture. These standards, when implemented on farm level, will help minimize key environmental and social impacts associated with aquaculture. Read more..
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As the U.S. Senate struggles with climate and energy legislation and Congress contemplates limiting the U.S. EPA’s authority, a new analysis brings clarity to the importance of regulatory tools in any approach. This analysis is particularly important in light of President Obama’s commitment to the world in Copenhagen to reduce U.S. emissions in the range of 17% below 2005 levels by 2020. Read more..
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Latin America and the Caribbean require comprehensive environmental policies to guarantee the sustainable management of their natural resources. These new policies will be documented in a series of reports entitled "Latin America and the Caribbean: Environment Outlook GEO LAC 3”. Read more..
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Pollution Associated with Thousands of Premature Deaths, Millions of Lost Work Days Read more..
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Monsanto has agreed to pay a $2.5 million penalty for violating a U.S. pesticide law. The agreement resolves misbranding violations related to the sale and distribution of cotton seed products containing genetically engineered pesticides, reports the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Read more..
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Following the oil spill disaster in Gulf, a new poll conducted by NRDC during May 4-6 sparks call to action on Clean Energy Legislation and demands delay in new offshore drilling. Read more..
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After years of delay, tragedy in Tennessee, EPA proposes regulatory options, but stops short of giving clear protections for communities. Read more..
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