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Ormat Seeks Supplemental NEPA Review for the Dixie Meadows Geothermal Project to Ensure Responsible Development and Environmental Stewardship

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Thursday, July 6, 2023

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Ormat has determined that its resources are more efficiently dedicated to Endangered Species Act (ESA) consultation within the context of additional review under NEPA.

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Ormat has determined that its resources are more efficiently dedicated to Endangered Species Act (ESA) consultation within the context of additional review under NEPA.
The science assessed in the original NEPA review supports the BLM’s conclusion that geothermal development will not affect the Dixie Meadows hot springs or the area’s Dixie Valley Toad.
Nonetheless, additional NEPA review will ensure a full public review and renewed consideration of the measures available to avoid, minimize, or mitigate any potential environmental impacts.
Doron Blachar, CEO of Ormat Technologies, stated, “Consistent with Ormat’s track record of environmental stewardship, we are confident that additional NEPA review will support responsible development of Dixie Meadows, and will ensure Ormat is taking the necessary steps to mitigate any environmental impact.

FIU conservation scientists give trafficked, endangered parrots fighting chance

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

They contacted Paul Reillo, research professor and director of FIU's Tropical Conservation Institute, for assistance.

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They contacted Paul Reillo, research professor and director of FIU's Tropical Conservation Institute, for assistance.
FIU researchers oversaw DNA species identification, revealing three of the parrots are red-lored Amazons and the other 21 are endangered yellow-naped Amazons.
"In high demand as pets with high price tags on their heads, parrots have become innocent victims of human greed.
Due to political issues and because the birds are being hand-reared, they are poor candidates for repatriation or release.

Avantus Partners with State and Federal Agencies to Protect 215,000 Acres of Critical California Habitat and Wildlife

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

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Avantus ( formerly 8minute ), the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), and the U.S.
Avantus will also invest millions of additional dollars for habitat enhancements across Onyx to jumpstart restoration for desert plants and wildlife species.
It is also estimated to include more than 80,000 acres of western Joshua tree habitat, including 3,000 acres of dense woodland.
Avantus works closely with wildlife agencies and environmental organizations to advance environmental efforts and safeguard species throughout all stages of a projects life.

APPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN CLUB ADDS 27,000-ACRE MAINE FOREST TO ITS HISTORIC MAINE WOODS INITIATIVE

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Tuesday, August 30, 2022

BOSTON, Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) purchased the nearly 27,000-acre Pleasant River Headwaters Forest in Piscataquis County, Maine, for $18.5 million from The Conservation Fund. The purchase, first agreed to in 2019, is part of Appalachian Mountain Club's Maine Woods Initiative, the most important multi-use recreation and land conservation project in the United States today.

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BOSTON, Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) purchased the nearly 27,000-acre Pleasant River Headwaters Forest in Piscataquis County, Maine, for $18.5 million from The Conservation Fund.
The purchase, first agreed to in 2019, is part of Appalachian Mountain Club's Maine Woods Initiative, the most important multi-use recreation and land conservation project in the United States today.
The Pleasant River Headwaters Forest is an especially high priority for the Appalachian Mountain Club because it is adjacent to 75,000 acres currently owned and managed by AMC.
"A century ago, the founders of the Appalachian Mountain Club established a tremendous legacy when their advocacy efforts resulted in the creation of the White Mountain National Forest," added Arnold.

SeaWorld Partners with Wildlife Authorities and Conservation Groups to Help 10 Endangered and Non-Releasable Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtles

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022

Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries, and the conservation groups Cayman Turtle Centre and Turtles Fly Too, to help ten endangered Kemp's Ridley sea turtles as part of an international conservation effort.

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Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries, and the conservation groups Cayman Turtle Centre and Turtles Fly Too, to help ten endangered Kemp's Ridley sea turtles as part of an international conservation effort.
Fortunately, the Kemp's Ridley sea turtle population began growing as international conservation efforts to reduce their main threats were set in place.
As the wild population increased, the project was concluded, and these turtles are the last remaining of this group.
SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. owns or licenses a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Aquatica, Sesame Place and Sea Rescue.

SeaWorld and DHL Express Partner to Move Rehabilitated Manatee from Texas to Florida for Return

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Thursday, July 28, 2022

ORLANDO, Fla. and CINCINNATI, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SeaWorld and DHL Express today announced that they have joined forces to transport a manatee from Texas to Florida via air after successfully being rehabilitated for eight months at SeaWorld San Antonio. The manatee was rescued in December 2021 by the Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network, SeaWorld San Antonio, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Texas State Aquarium, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Galveston Bay Foundation and Texas authorities and transported to SeaWorld San Antonio for rehabilitation. Members of the Manatee Rescue & Rehabilitation Partnership (MRP) – SeaWorld Orlando, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS), Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute (CMARI) and Dauphin Island Sea Lab – worked together to return the manatee to Kings Bay in Crystal River this morning. As the manatee population continues to decline as a result of an ongoing Unusual Mortality Event (UME) on the Atlantic Coast, the collaboration of dedicated partners across the nation is necessary to protect and preserve this critical species. In this case, SeaWorld San Antonio stepped up to provide care for this manatee throughout his rehabilitation, thus preserving an extra rehabilitation space for a manatee in Florida.

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Fish and Wildlife Service, Texas State Aquarium, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Galveston Bay Foundation and Texas authorities and transported to SeaWorld San Antonio for rehabilitation.
In this case, SeaWorld San Antonio stepped up to provide care for this manatee throughout his rehabilitation, thus preserving an extra rehabilitation space for a manatee in Florida.
This is only the third manatee SeaWorld San Antonio has rehabilitated due to the uncommon presence of manatees in Texas.
In the end, SeaWorld turned to longtime partner DHL Express to facilitate the manatee transport.

Duke Energy ramps up environmental efforts, joins forces to protect vulnerable wildlife in Florida

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Thursday, July 21, 2022

"Powering the lives of our communities extends far beyond keeping the lights on for our customers," said Melissa Seixas, Duke Energy Florida state president.

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"Powering the lives of our communities extends far beyond keeping the lights on for our customers," said Melissa Seixas, Duke Energy Florida state president.
"Duke Energy is proud to work alongside our community allies to protect Florida's most-treasured species and the habitats they depend on."
The collaboration furthers Duke Energy and Duke Energy Foundation's commitment to environmental stewardship and community engagement.
Duke Energy Florida, a subsidiary of Duke Energy, owns 10,300 megawatts of energy capacity, supplying electricity to 1.9 million residential, commercial and industrial customers across a 13,000-square-mile service area in Florida.

Save Koloa and Friends of Maha’ulepu File Legal Challenge to Stop Destruction of Endangered Species Habitat and Native Hawaiian Cultural Sites - and Uphold Hawai’i State Law on Environmental Protections

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022

It is adjacent to critical habitat for multiple endangered species and to the historic Hapa Trail.

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It is adjacent to critical habitat for multiple endangered species and to the historic Hapa Trail.
Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) has identified the area as likely to be habitat for at least two endangered species.
The loss of these endangered species, unique to Kauai, parallels the loss of our endangered lifestyle, also unique to Kauai."
Save Koloa and Friends of Mahaulepu are grateful for all the support offered by communities near and far.

SeaWorld Surpasses 40,000 Animal Rescues Underscoring the Ongoing Need to Help Sick, Injured and Orphaned Animals

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Tuesday, May 3, 2022

ORLANDO, Fla., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SeaWorld has surpassed the milestone of rescuing 40,000 injured, sick, and orphaned animals, underscoring the unrelenting need to help animals in need. SeaWorld has passionately dedicated time, energy, and resources to help a wide range of animal species since its first rescue of a beached Dall's porpoise in 1965. SeaWorld is a professionally accredited zoo and one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world. A portion of proceeds from SeaWorld tickets and in park purchases goes toward funding rescue and rehabilitation.

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SeaWorld is a professionally accredited zoo and one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world.
SeaWorld rescue teams arelocated in Orlando, San Antonio, and San Diego and are on call 24x7, 365 days a year to help.
They must also have a strong working knowledge of nets, boats, animal safety, transporting animals, oil spills, first aid, CPR, water rescues and much more.
SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. owns or licenses a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Aquatica, Sesame Placeand Sea Rescue.

Disney Assists with Successful Rehabilitation and Release of Manatee

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Friday, March 4, 2022

She was just 28 pounds at the time, making her the smallest manatee ever rescued.

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She was just 28 pounds at the time, making her the smallest manatee ever rescued.
After a successful initial rehab, Plantaina was released back into the wild (Feb. 2021).
Through collaboration with other rehabilitation facilities over the years as part of the Manatee Rescue & Rehabilitation Partnership (MRP) Disney animal care experts provide ill and injured manatees with the stable, controlled environment they need to make a recoveryand prepare for release.
Plantaina is one of six manatees to complete rehabilitation at Walt Disney World Resort over the last year.