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The article presents the discussion on sanitized version through the prism of the major media. Topics include thousands of left-wing activists ranging from respectable-seeming NGO delegates, to noisy, ultra-radical street agitators; and radical global movement to dismantle modern civilization in the name of saving the climate.

An excerpt from the book "Solving the Climate Crisis: Frontline Reports from the Race to Save the Earth" by John J. Berger is presented which focuses on the need of improving the quality of life in disadvantaged communities and bringing change through environmental policies.

The article focuses on a dystopian future where environmental degradation and water scarcity force people to adapt their burial practices, impacting the dreams and survival mechanisms of nature. Topics include the consequences of elevated carbon dioxide levels, the interconnectedness of ecosystems, and the individual struggles for basic resources in a deteriorating environment.

Moore is the co-chairman of the White House Environmental Justice Advisory Council (WHEJAC), a group of like-minded activists recruited to help the administration shape its EJ policies. ARTICLES On his seventh full day in office, President Joe Biden signed Executive Order 14008, "Tackling the Climate Crisis at Home and Abroad." Biden's EJ agenda does the opposite: By combining a progressive social agenda with an expensive environmental program, the president's Justice40 policy ensures that neither set of goals will be met. [Extracted from the article]

The idea that lunar cycles influence our health has long been dismissed as unscientific. Is it time to reconsider, asks Jo Marchant [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

We expect the laws of nature that describe the universe to be exact, but what if that isn't true, wonders philosopher Eddy Keming Chen [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article delves into the functions of the Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment, showcasing its interdisciplinary research initiatives, policy advocacy, and educational endeavors. It also outlines the breadth of resources offered on its website, spanning from policy papers to informative explainers, and underscores the user-friendly interface designed to cater to a wide audience, including students, researchers, policymakers, and practitioners.

The article discusses the rising global backlash against pro-climate policies, where various political movements oppose climate action and question the need for major changes to combat climate change. This backlash is fueled by concerns about economic disruption and the potential costs of transitioning to cleaner energy sources. Populist politicians are using this skepticism to their advantage, and this partisan divide on climate change is undermining effective climate policy.

But finally, after many years of tireless activism, lobbying, and campaigning, we have an opportunity to stave off that fate - the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), the largest and most comprehensive piece of climate legislation in this nation's history. Transportation (27% of U.S. emissions): The IRA contains new tax credits for electric vehicles, but the lack of plug-in sites remains a big barrier to wide-scale adoption. The IRA offers the promise of planet-saving emissions reductions, but it also comes maddeningly packaged with new sources of emissions. PROGRESS IF YOU WERE A BIRD SOARING OVER the American landscape in 2022, you would be hard-pressed to find any part untouched by climate change. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses preparation being made by the America First movement for second term for former president Donald Trump. Topics discussed include work of America First Policy Institute (AFPI) and the Heritage Foundation on policies and personnel implemented if Trump were to be re-elected, plan of pursuing industrial policies, lower taxes and attack work need to government benefits, and administration of Trump to aim to shift environmental policies focusing on end of war on fossil fuels.

The article explores the potential for carbon removal to become a trillion-dollar industry, highlighting the development of direct air capture (DAC) plants, the growth of carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects, and the role of government action in supporting the industry.

China and the United States have launched a Working Group on Enhancing Climate Action, signaling opportunities for green development cooperation between the two countries. Michael Hart, President of the American Chamber of Commerce in China, highlights China's progress in embracing renewable energy sources and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. China has become the world's largest investor in renewable energy and a global leader in clean energy technology. Cooperation between Chinese and U.S. companies in green and low-carbon initiatives can drive sustainable development, create new business opportunities, and promote economic growth. China's potential to develop a green economy is significant, with its strong government commitment, vast market size, and technological capabilities. By investing in renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure, China can reduce its carbon footprint and contribute to global climate change mitigation. [Extracted from the article]

The article explores how scientists can harness digital technologies to better understand the availability of water with an uncertain future in a changing climate. Topics include the International Water Management Institute hosted a special panel on water science for water security in a changing climate; and opportunities that water science and technology offer, and understanding the impacts of development on water security, water infrastructure investment priorities.

The article focuses on protests in Warsaw against the European Union's climate policies, particularly the European Green Deal, with farmers and representatives from the Polish "Solidarity" trade union expressing concerns that the policies harm farming and industry in Poland.

The article discusses the challenges facing birds and the environment and emphasizes the need for action at a hemispheric level to protect birds and their habitats. The organization, Audubon, has established quantitative milestones and a tracking system to monitor progress. They have already made strides in forming partnerships and advocating for conservation efforts, but acknowledge that there is still much work to be done. The article concludes by expressing gratitude for the dedication of Audubon's staff, volunteers, and supporters. [Extracted from the article]

As in many sub-Saharan African countries with increasing demand for natural resources, how to move from archaic water legislation to new and up-to-date policies that cover both environmental and social consequences of water governance has become an issue. This study reviews Malawi’s current governance framework and recommends a framework that takes Malawi’s developmental needs into account. Our review of the state of water legislation shows that there is a lack of enforcement of the policies themselves and the public is not even aware of its existence. Lack of enforcement and public awareness have resulted in environmental degradation which is creating a lot of environmental problems for the citizens of Malawi. This work recommends future efforts in rationale evidence-based policy and legislation review that involves and is supported by multiple stakeholders. We also recommend the need for routine policy and legislation reviews in order to take advantage of cuttingedge solutions to water management issues. This will not only enhance general awareness of key environmental policies and legislation but benefit from coordinated efforts from various players to arrest the ongoing environmental degradation resulting from an incoherent policy and apathy from Malawians. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article focuses on various concerning statements and developments, including a Republican congressman's justification for initiating an impeachment inquiry against President Joe Biden without evidence, a far-right figure's threat to target media personnel, a federal appeals court overturning a ban on a pesticide linked to brain damage in children. The article covers diverse topics, from political maneuvers to environmental and health policy decisions.

China suffers from frequent water crisis events caused by ecological pollution in watersheds. The river chief system policy is an institutional innovation by the government to deal with the ecological environmental crisis in the river basin. This study focuses on China's watershed environmental governance policy and describes the origin, operation mode, and governance effect of its river chief system policy. This study comparatively analyses the advantages of the policy in basin environmental governance, such as clear government responsibility, enhanced coordination among government departments, the accountability mechanism of the one-vote veto system, and the disadvantages of the policy in terms of high costs, information asymmetry, and lack of public participation. Furthermore, this study proposes suggestions on the sustainable development of watershed environmental governance from three aspects: regional characteristics, investment, and institutional innovation of policy implementation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article reports that port city in south-west England rebuilt its economy around environmental politics and is home to the BBC's Natural History Unit (NHU), the world's largest producer of wildlife documentaries which is why Bristol has come to be known as "Green Hollywood". Topics include examines that unit was created in 1957 following the success of German director Heinz Sielmann "Woodpecker", a 1955 short that left BBC viewers demanding more.

The article discusses the climate change mitigation and carbon emissions reduction strategies of various countries, based on a study conducted by Climate Action Tracker. Topics explored include the contribution of Chinese industrialisation and reliance on coal power to global carbon emissions, the transition of the U.S. from coal to gas power under the administration of U.S. President Joe Biden, and the criticisms earned by the net-zero strategy published by the British government.

The article discusses the strategic ambitions and challenges of the Conservative Party of Canada under Erin O'Toole's leadership. Topics covered include O'Toole's efforts to rebrand the party, the expulsion of Derek Sloan after a pattern of controversial incidents, and a disagreement over the party's environmental policy. Also discussed in O'Toole's low popularity, and a perception that he is not long for the leadership.

The article discusses the rules for ethical ecology for researchers and officials who craft environmental policies with scientists, specifically ecologists and conservation social scientists. Topics include contributed to inaction and political paralysis in confronting enormous ecological challenges such as climate change; and ethical arguments can move hearts and public opinion on scientific information to enact policies that encompass both scientific and ethical realities.

China and the US are the world's top two greenhouse gas emitters. Do they have what it takes to cut levels fast enough to slow global warming, asks Adam Vaughan [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article focuses on different methods of pricing carbon dioxide emissions, emphasizing the challenges and discrepancies in determining the social cost of carbon. Topics include the notion of the social cost of carbon, its influence on policy decisions and carbon-pricing schemes, and the limitations and economic feasibility of alternative approaches such as carbon removal (CDR) markets.

The article discusses the efforts by California to become a global leader on climate policy. Also cited are how the worldwide energy shortage prompted U.S. President Joe Biden to support the drilling of more oil, the sharp increase in the price of petrol in the U.S., particularly in California due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and California's plan in protecting people against droughts and fires, improving public-transit infrastructure, and electrifying transport.

The article discusses challenges to the environmental policies of the administration of Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Topics explored include the relationship of Lula with the Brazilian Congress which tend to affect his environmental plans, the political influence maintained by the agribusiness lobby, and the failure of state-owned petroleum company Petrobras to obtain an offshore oil exploration.

The article reports on the refusal by the British government to release data from its Net Zero Strategy that aims to reduce carbon and greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050.

The article highlights the court case, Friends of Animals v. Romero held at the United States Court of Appeals. It informs that the Friends of Animals had to determine whether the National Park Service (NPS) had complied with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) when NPS developed and approved the White-tailed Deer Management Plan for the Fire Island National Seashore in New York.

Spencer Kalan completed two undergraduate degrees before pursuing a Masters of Letters with a focus on climate science communication at the University of Glasgow. Ultimately, we have learned from our conversations with Spencer, Alex, and Meghan that whether questions are funny, sad, or scary, they are currently part of the journey of creating a better world. Our hope is that one day young environmentalists won't have to answer such perplexing questions, or dodge the drunk uncles, but will instead be praised and supported by family and friends at holiday dinners. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on issues regarding climate policy of the U.S. Topics discussed include global trade effectively subsidize carbon-intensive production overseas and prevent the U.S. from reaping the economic benefits of its competitive advantage in low-emission manufacturing, chief competitors to U.S.-based firms in China, India, Russia, and other countries generally operate under lax environmental standards and need of proper climate action for economic growth and reducing emissions.

On January 10, 2020, the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) proposed major changes to its approach toward the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), in its Update to the Regulations Implementing the Procedural Provisions of NEPA (hereinafter Update). These proposed changes include changes to key aspects of how federal agencies are to comply with NEPA, including the threshold applicability analysis, categorical exclusions, environmental assessments (EAs), scoping, and environmental impact statements (EISs). In particular, the Update proposes "a presumptive time limit for EAs of 1 year and a presumptive time limit for EISs of 2 years.". [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the impact of the climate change. Topics discussed include the wildfires in Australia and California, the effect of Australia's selling of coal to its environment, the author's citing of the disconnect between the normal and pleasant things experienced by people and the potential for climate chaos and the criticisms against humanists' values and equal status as secular citizens.

The article focuses on the need for buildings and homes to be well-insulated so that they are more energy efficient. Information about the British government's efforts to make homes more energy efficient is provided. Germany's energy efficiency standards are discussed. Also discussed are the costs to renovate a home so that it is more environmentally friendly.

The article discusses the role that subnational entities can play in greenhouse gas reduction. The author notes that that despite the possibility of a lack of a legally binding greenhouse-gas treaty resulting from the climate conference in Copenhagen, Denmark, in December 2009, cities, states and some corporations are taking steps on their own to reduce emissions.

The article describes former U.S. Vice President Al Gore's transformation from politician to environmental leader. The author describes Gore's environmental projects including his book "Our Choice: A Plan to Solve the Climate Crisis." The author suggests that Gore has been willing to modify his views of environmental issues and solutions as research and new technology have challenged old assumptions.

The article focuses on green businesses in the U.S. The administration of U.S. President Barack Obama is trying to establish a cap-and-trade system and some companies are working to better understand and diminish carbon emissions before government regulations are made. Particular attention is given to this periodical's "Green Rankings for 2009" section.

The article focuses on five green investment possibilities. It comments on the need to improve small and independent local stores and mentions the creation of a loyalty card for local independent stores in Great Britain. It suggests investing in banks with ethical mandates that have specific ethical and environmental policies. It comments on investments in trees, both in preserving urban and rural trees and in planting new trees. It mentions the need to invest in skills to become self-sufficient. It comments on the need to weigh reasons behind possible consumer purchases and only purchasing things that are needed.

The article focuses on the effects of tourism on the archaeological tourism destination of Thebes in Egypt. The article discusses the difficulty of conservation in Thebes, citing destructive agricultural, tourism and public works policies of the modern town of Luxor, which has grown up around it. Comments from Gaetano Palumbo from the World Monuments Fund are presented, including on how the monuments are being ruined by capillary action. It is reported that flash floods are damaging tomb murals.

The article presents an interview with the field biologist George Schaller discussing his career and the importance of environmental conservation. Additional topics discussed include his methodology in gaining government support for conservation in foreign countries, his own feelings of being close to Nature, and the nature of human-animal sympathy.

The article discusses the use of law to regulate human behaviour and to challenge environmentally damaging practices. The author says the citizens need public interest lawyers to work for them: lawyers who dedicate their career not to private gain but to defending people and the environment. Lawsuits can address the complacency of administrations and the abuse of economic power. If the Earth and her citizens are going to protect their environment in the ever more complex times ahead, they need lawyers on their side, the author adds.

This article discusses the efforts of California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger to educate his constituents on environmentally-friendly alternatives and make California "greener." The article deals with Schwarzenegger's history as an activist and his "consumer-friendly" style of marketing his environmental policies to be more palatable to Californians, especially his carbon-trading scheme. The article comments on Schwarzenegger's many connections to people in the environmental movement.

This article presents the author's visit and observation at the Thrupp Lake in Great Britain. The lake is a favorite place by people to relax and enjoy nature. The lake is now facing an environmental problem that could potentially kill it and so deprive the people of a good place to find relaxation. Npower, the company which owns Great Britain's third largest coal-fired power station, is threatening to black out two million customers if the government will impose strict environmental protection regulation preventing it from dumping on the lake poisonous ash.

The article looks at how advertisements in "Discover" magazine between 1980 and 2006 reveal a radically changing world. According to the article, the advertisements demonstrate the evolution of technology, social mores, and attitudes toward health. The article discusses computer networks, the World Wide Web, cigarette advertising, how "Discover" changed when it was acquired by Walt Disney Company in 1991, and awareness of environmental issues such as global warming.

The article presents information on the nonprofit organization Rainforest Action Network (RAN) and its efforts to protect the environment. The organization was founded by Randy Hayes in 1984. According to Hayes, the methodology of their campaigns is founded on the Burger King Boycott of 1986. During this campaign, RAN contacted Burger King and claimed that the beef they were importing are responsible for the destruction of the rainforest. They conducted a number of demonstrations before Burger King withdrew its contract for the rainforest beef. Later, RAN began their Global Finance Campaign in order to be more effective. Other campaigns conducted by RAN are mentioned. INSET: CAMPAIGN METHODOLOGY.

The article provides information about the Biden administration's decision to set up a migrant camp for 7,500 adult men in a national park site in New York City.

The White House has proposed a new rule to streamline permitting for clean energy and other infrastructure projects under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The rule would implement the permitting compromise reached under the debt ceiling deal, roll back certain Trump-era changes to NEPA, and require agencies to consider environmental justice and climate change in project reviews. Environmental justice and advocacy groups have expressed concerns about the changes, while experts have described the rule as a small but meaningful step toward much-needed permitting reform. The proposal also aims to strengthen public engagement and transparency in the review process. [Extracted from the article]