List of environmental ministries

Cambodian Government to Scale Forest Conservation While Ensuring Economic Growth and Prosperity Through REDD+

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

Acknowledging the role that REDD+ projects play in mitigating the overall impact of deforestation, Under Secretary of State, Ministry of Environment, H.E.

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  • Acknowledging the role that REDD+ projects play in mitigating the overall impact of deforestation, Under Secretary of State, Ministry of Environment, H.E.
  • In order to protect our culture and precious resources, we have planned for continuing economic growth and prosperity for our people, while also protecting our country's forests."
  • Wildlife Alliance employs trained rangers to patrol Protected Areas and implement effective law enforcement in partnership with the government.
  • The plan was developed in response to pledges made by 141 countries at COP26 to end deforestation by 2030.

Traffickers of Galápagos Wildlife Receive Jail Sentence for Smuggling Attempt

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Thursday, October 6, 2022

Wildlife trafficking endangers the ecological integrity of Galpagos, so we believe the offenders should have been sentenced to the maximum penalty of three years imprisonment.

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  • Wildlife trafficking endangers the ecological integrity of Galpagos, so we believe the offenders should have been sentenced to the maximum penalty of three years imprisonment.
  • received the minimum sentence under Article 247 of Ecuador's criminal code, which punishes crimes against wild flora and fauna.
  • Washington Tapia, General Director of Conservando Galpagos, a partner of Galpagos Conservancy, expressed his dismay at the light sentence.
  • As a leader in on-the-ground conservation action, we work with partners, including Galpagos National Park and Conservando Galpagos to save imperiled species, build a sustainable society, and rewild the ecosystems of Galpagos.

CLIMATE CHANGE AND HEALTH INEQUITY A DEADLY MIX FOR THE MOST VULNERABLE: WORLD HEART FEDERATION

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022

World leaders must step up efforts on the two biggest threats of our time: climate change and global health inequity."

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  • World leaders must step up efforts on the two biggest threats of our time: climate change and global health inequity."
  • Everyone is encouraged to get involved in World Heart Day and to learn more about better heart health.
  • This World Heart Day, they are proud to continue to support the World Heart Federation.
  • [2]In 2022, the World Heart Federation conducted a global pulse survey of 2500 people across 25 countries.

CLIMATE CHANGE AND HEALTH INEQUITY A DEADLY MIX FOR THE MOST VULNERABLE: WORLD HEART FEDERATION

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, September 28, 2022

World leaders must step up efforts on the two biggest threats of our time: climate change and global health inequity."

Key Points: 
  • World leaders must step up efforts on the two biggest threats of our time: climate change and global health inequity."
  • Everyone is encouraged to get involved in World Heart Day and to learn more about better heart health.
  • This World Heart Day, they are proud to continue to support the World Heart Federation.
  • [2]In 2022, the World Heart Federation conducted a global pulse survey of 2500 people across 25 countries.

AIST to Hold 4th RD20 Conference on Oct 4 and 6 in Tokyo for Achieving Carbon Neutrality

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Monday, September 26, 2022

The Technical Session has the following three parallel themes.

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  • The Technical Session has the following three parallel themes.
  • Directors and representatives from various research institutes will discuss an action plan for realizing the "Leaders Statement" ( https://rd20.aist.go.jp/rd20-3/ ) issued with the agreement of each institute at the 3rd RD20.
  • The RD20 provides opportunities for participants to exchange R&D activities and experiences.
  • It also serves to deepen and develop new partnerships among relevant industries, academia, and government stakeholders.

AIST to Hold 4th RD20 Conference on Oct 4 and 6 in Tokyo for Achieving Carbon Neutrality

Retrieved on: 
Monday, September 26, 2022

The Technical Session has the following three parallel themes.

Key Points: 
  • The Technical Session has the following three parallel themes.
  • Directors and representatives from various research institutes will discuss an action plan for realizing the "Leaders Statement" ( https://rd20.aist.go.jp/rd20-3/ ) issued with the agreement of each institute at the 3rd RD20.
  • The RD20 provides opportunities for participants to exchange R&D activities and experiences.
  • It also serves to deepen and develop new partnerships among relevant industries, academia, and government stakeholders.

Waverley Street Foundation Names Jared Blumenfeld as Inaugural President

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Friday, August 12, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Waverley Street Foundation, a more than $3 billion climate and community organization, today named California's Environmental Protection Secretary Jared Blumenfeld as its inaugural president. Jared is a national climate leader with a track record of delivering results for frontline and underserved communities. At the Waverley Street Foundation, Jared will champion actions that support the groundbreaking work being done in communities across the globe to urgently reduce carbon pollution. 

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Waverley Street Foundation , a more than $3 billion climate and community organization, today named California's Environmental Protection Secretary Jared Blumenfeld as its inaugural president.
  • At the Waverley Street Foundation, Jared will champion actions that support the groundbreaking work being done in communities across the globe to urgently reduce carbon pollution.
  • The Waverley Street Foundation was formed to address this crisis with the kind of bold, innovative ideas that are urgently needed," said Waverley Street Foundation Vice Chair Laurene Powell Jobs.
  • "In Jared, the Waverley Street Foundation will have a proven leader with the vision and experience that this complex global challenge demands.

Sceye HAPS Ascend to Stratosphere Using Renewable Energy Sources

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Saturday, August 6, 2022

Sceye, a manufacturer of High-Altitude Platform Stations (HAPS), announced that it reached the stratosphere on June 14, 2022 with the aim of demonstrating the ability to stay over an area of operation for months at a time using renewable energy sources.

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  • Sceye, a manufacturer of High-Altitude Platform Stations (HAPS), announced that it reached the stratosphere on June 14, 2022 with the aim of demonstrating the ability to stay over an area of operation for months at a time using renewable energy sources.
  • Sceyes HAPS launched at 6:55 AM MDT from the companys hangar at the Roswell International Airport.
  • Todays test flight holds extraordinary potential for stratospheric discovery, said Sceye founder and CEO, Mikkel Vestergaard Frandsen.
  • By maintaining position in the stratosphere for extended periods of time, we can begin realizing the promises of the stratosphere for life on Earth.

Groundbreaking USW Guide on 'Stop Work Authority' Will Protect Workers

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022

PITTSBURGH, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The United Steelworkers (USW) today announced the publication of a new groundbreaking guide from its Health, Safety, and Environment Department.

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  • PITTSBURGH, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The United Steelworkers (USW) today announced the publication of a new groundbreaking guide from its Health, Safety, and Environment Department.
  • "The United Steelworkers is proud to issue this path-breaking guide," said USW International President Tom Conway.
  • "In addition, workers often face challenges, including retaliation, in their efforts to stop unhealthy or unsafe work."
  • Debra Coyle, executive director of the New Jersey Work Environment Council, the nation's longest-standing state labor-environmental alliance, said that the guide can help protect workers and communities.

SSR MINING HOSTS MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT, URBANIZATION AND CLIMATE CHANGE OFFICIALS AT ÇӦPLER

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Tuesday, June 28, 2022

DENVER, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - SSR Mining Inc. (NASDAQ: SSRM) (TSX: SSRM ) (ASX: SSR) ("SSR Mining" or the "Company") received a delegation from Turkey's Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change ("Ministry of Environment") at the pler mine in the afternoon of June 28th local time.

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  • DENVER, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - SSR Mining Inc. (NASDAQ: SSRM) (TSX: SSRM ) (ASX: SSR) ("SSR Mining" or the "Company") received a delegation from Turkey's Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change ("Ministry of Environment") at the pler mine in the afternoon of June 28th local time.
  • SSR Mining is providing its full cooperation to the regulators and will remain in contact with Ministry of Environment Officials.
  • SSR Mining is committed to safe and responsible mining practices and remains focused on ensuring a lasting positive legacy for stakeholders.
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