Environment

WWF Statement on India's New Tiger Estimates

In response to updated national wild tiger population estimates announced on July 29 by the Indian government, World Wildlife Fund (WWF) issued the below statement from Ginette Hemley, senior vice president for wildlife conservation.

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Chinese equity investments in energy reshape South and Southeast Asia – Greenpeace analysis

A five-year 1,370% surge in Chinese equity investments in solar, wind, and coal projects around South and Southeast Asia means stronger financing options for wind and solar projects, while the equity model spells financial risk for coal investors who...

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Scientists sound alarm about “destructive” deep sea mining as Greenpeace demands government action

Marine scientists from around the world have issued a stark warning about the emerging industry of deep sea mining, stating that its development “puts the overall health of ocean ecosystems under threat” and could contribute to climate breakdown.

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Court Allows Trump EPA To Abandon Financial Requirements For Disaster-Prone Mining Industry

The D.C. Circuit Court, on July 19, confirmed that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will not require hard-rock mine operators to obtain financial assurances to ensure they can foot the bill for cleanup costs in the event of toxic...

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