Environment

WWF statement on London Illegal Wildlife Trade conference

Global leaders have acknowledged the need to take urgent collective action to combat the illegal wildlife trade (IWT) at the the fourth global conference on IWT. This now needs to be matched by action.

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Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, and Nestlé found to be worst plastic polluters worldwide in global cleanups and brand audits

Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, and Nestlé were the most frequent companies identified in 239 cleanups and brand audits spanning 42 countries and six continents, the Break Free From Plastic movement announced, on October 9. Over 187,000 pieces of plastic trash...

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Landmark scientific report on global warming of 1.5°C boosts global climate action efforts

A landmark scientific report released on October 8, assesses the prospects for limiting global warming to 1.5°C and shows the critical need for urgent action. Approved by 195 governments, the report underscores the small window of opportunity we have...

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International investment group ends tar sands investments

The international financial services company, NN Group, has announced its withdrawal from tar sands oil and controversial pipeline companies in Canada and the United States. The announcement comes on the heels of the IPCC report and sends a timely...

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