Environment

Papua New Guinea Study identifies key considerations for Water and Sanitation

After examining existing rural water supply, sanitation and hygiene schemes, a new World Bank study from Papua New Guinea has identified key themes common to long term sustainability .

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COP22 in Marrakesh: "EU will deliver on commitments whatever happens"

World leaders gathered at the COP22 climate talks in Marrakesh for the last two weeks to negotiate how to implement the priorities of the Paris agreement. Today nearly 200 countries have backed a proclamation declaring implementing them an "urgent...

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UN agencies call for immediate support amid deepening food crisis in southern Madagascar

United Nations agencies are calling for immediate financial support for farmers and families in Madagascar in order to address the growing food crisis that could worsen if crops are not planted by December and January.

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Federal Plan Will Protect Roan Plateau From Oil And Gas Drilling

The Bureau of Land Management Thursday released its long-awaited plan for protecting the Roan Plateau, an extraordinary landscape known for rich wildlife, rare plants and scenic vistas.

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