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The advance of deoxygenated waters in the world's oceans is pushing some species towards extinction and favouring others that are more tolerant, according to research from the University of British Columbia.

The advance of deoxygenated waters in the world's oceans is pushing some species towards extinction and favouring others that are more tolerant, according to research from the University of British Columbia.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has labelled the breaching of a dam in southern Ukraine on Tuesday as an "environmental bomb of mass destruction", which he said was caused by "Russian terrorists".

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has labelled the breaching of a dam in southern Ukraine on Tuesday as an "environmental bomb of mass destruction", which he said was caused by "Russian terrorists".
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An underwater biodiversity research expedition by the European Union-supported, Project Ecomarine has found alarming evidence of plastic dumped in the ocean beyond 40 metres depth off the Kerala coast in India.

An underwater biodiversity research expedition by the European Union-supported, Project Ecomarine has found alarming evidence of plastic dumped in the ocean beyond 40 metres depth off the Kerala coast in India.
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The impact of climate change on children's education is a growing concern, with related events leading to child labour, hazardous work and forced migration. Agricultural sector alone was recorded hosting 70% of all child labour.

The impact of climate change on children's education is a growing concern, with related events leading to child labour, hazardous work and forced migration. Agricultural sector alone was recorded hosting 70% of all child labour.
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Birds around the globe are shrinking as a result of climate change, according to a study by University of Michigan. The study adds to growing evidence showing that birds worldwide have been developing longer wingspans while becoming smaller in body size.

Birds around the globe are shrinking as a result of climate change, according to a study by University of Michigan. The study adds to growing evidence showing that birds worldwide have been developing longer wingspans while becoming smaller in body size.
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A factory in Hamburg, Germany is producing biochar, a black powder made by heating cocoa husks in an oxygen-free room to 600 degrees Celsius. The process locks in greenhouse gases so the final product can be used in the production of “green” concrete or as a fertiliser.

A factory in Hamburg, Germany is producing biochar, a black powder made by heating cocoa husks in an oxygen-free room to 600 degrees Celsius. The process locks in greenhouse gases so the final product can be used in the production of “green” concrete or as a fertiliser.
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A private park in India gets shutdown by the forest department as it did not have the permits from the Animal Welfare Board of India. CITES listed species have now been added to the Wildlife Protection Act of India though illegal pet shops still openly operates in the country.

A private park in India gets shutdown by the forest department as it did not have the permits from the Animal Welfare Board of India. CITES listed species have now been added to the Wildlife Protection Act of India though illegal pet shops still openly operates in the country.
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The phasedown of fossil fuels is inevitable, the United Arab Emirates' incoming COP28 president said on Thursday, in stronger remarks than previous comments where he called for the scaling down of fossil fuel emissions rather than the fuels themselves.

The phasedown of fossil fuels is inevitable, the United Arab Emirates' incoming COP28 president said on Thursday, in stronger remarks than previous comments where he called for the scaling down of fossil fuel emissions rather than the fuels themselves.
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Environmental activists in Indonesia are speaking out against the packaging and fast food industry’s push for paper-based packaging to be recognized as sustainable in EU law.

Environmental activists in Indonesia are speaking out against the packaging and fast food industry’s push for paper-based packaging to be recognized as sustainable in EU law.
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Indonesia’s chief economic minister has accused the European Union (EU) of “regulatory imperialism” over its new deforestation law. Both sides are however continuing negotiations on a free trade agreement (FTA).

Indonesia’s chief economic minister has accused the European Union (EU) of “regulatory imperialism” over its new deforestation law. Both sides are however continuing negotiations on a free trade agreement (FTA).
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Pakistan has been declared one of the most concerning areas for food security, according to the “Hunger Hotspots: FAO-WFP Early Warnings on Acute Food Insecurity” report by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) and the World Food Programme (WFP).

Pakistan has been declared one of the most concerning areas for food security, according to the “Hunger Hotspots: FAO-WFP Early Warnings on Acute Food Insecurity” report by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) and the World Food Programme (WFP).
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Deforestation for palm oil plantations could create an environment perfect for disease-carrying mosquitos, according to a study conducted by the University of Geneva and Imperial College, London.

Deforestation for palm oil plantations could create an environment perfect for disease-carrying mosquitos, according to a study conducted by the University of Geneva and Imperial College, London.
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A joint initiative between Australian environmental groups and Google could speed up the detection of bird and other wildlife species, freeing up resources to preserve threatened populations.

A joint initiative between Australian environmental groups and Google could speed up the detection of bird and other wildlife species, freeing up resources to preserve threatened populations.
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New research by the University of Zurich and Pennsylvania State University has found climate change poses a double threat to Giraffes. The study has shown that the heavy rainfalls that can devastate habitats and food sources have drastically reduce adult and calf survival rates.

New research by the University of Zurich and Pennsylvania State University has found climate change poses a double threat to Giraffes. 
The study has shown that the heavy rainfalls that can devastate habitats and food sources have drastically reduce adult and calf survival rates.
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Image of Big Ben, one of Australia’s two active volcanoes, has been captured by the European Space Agency’s Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellite. The volcano has been erupting since at least 1910, with the current lava flow part of an “eruption episode” that began in September 2012.

Image of Big Ben, one of Australia’s two active volcanoes, has been captured by the European Space Agency’s Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellite. The volcano has been erupting since at least 1910, with the current lava flow part of an “eruption episode” that began in September 2012.
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Historic floods ravage Oman & UAE, claiming 25 lives & showcasing the stark reality of climate change. Scientists link the devastation to fossil fuel emissions, calling for urgent global action. It's a wake-up call we can't ignore. #ClimateCrisis #UAEFloods #Oman #ActNow

Historic floods ravage Oman & UAE, claiming 25 lives & showcasing the stark reality of climate change. Scientists link the devastation to fossil fuel emissions, calling for urgent global action. It's a wake-up call we can't ignore. #ClimateCrisis #UAEFloods #Oman #ActNow
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Heatwave strikes in India 🌡️ IMD warns of a severe heatwave hitting Gangetic West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Odisha. Plus, thunderstorms and rainfall are on the horizon for the western Himalayan region and Northeast India. #Heatwave2024 #WeatherAlert

Heatwave strikes in India 🌡️ IMD warns of a severe heatwave hitting Gangetic West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Odisha. Plus, thunderstorms and rainfall are on the horizon for the western Himalayan region and Northeast India. #Heatwave2024 #WeatherAlert
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Scientists warn the ozone layer's depletion, worsened by climate change and 2019-2020 Australian bushfires, now endangers Antarctica's wildlife with longer exposure to harmful UV rays. #Antarctica #OzoneHole #ClimateChange #WildlifeProtection #ActNow

Scientists warn the ozone layer's depletion, worsened by climate change and 2019-2020 Australian bushfires, now endangers Antarctica's wildlife with longer exposure to harmful UV rays. #Antarctica #OzoneHole #ClimateChange #WildlifeProtection #ActNow
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China dominates green energy innovation, leading in patents and over 50% new renewable capacity in 2023. Key to net-zero goals with major EV and solar advances. #greenenergy #renewableenergy #climatechange #carbonfootprint #china #asia

China dominates green energy innovation, leading in patents and over 50% new renewable capacity in 2023. Key to net-zero goals with major EV and solar advances. #greenenergy #renewableenergy #climatechange #carbonfootprint #china #asia
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Zara & H&M linked to deforestation & human rights abuses in Brazil, destroying vast lands for cotton. Urgent calls for real sustainability. #SustainableFashion #Deforestation #FastFashion #Zara #HAndM #EnvironmentalJustice

Zara & H&M linked to deforestation & human rights abuses in Brazil, destroying vast lands for cotton. Urgent calls for real sustainability. #SustainableFashion #Deforestation #FastFashion #Zara #HAndM #EnvironmentalJustice