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EU unlikely to meet noise target by 2030 — European Environment Agency

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Senegal‘s Phenomenal Pink Lake

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Retba is not one of the most popular natural attractions in Africa, but it is definitely one of the most extraordinary. Located on the Cap Vert Peninsula less than an hour from the capital...
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California is taking a wave of aggressive new climate measures

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This week, California launched "its most aggressive effort yet to combat climate change," the New York Times reports. The publication added: "Lawmakers have passed numerous bills designed to reduce emissions and divest from fossil fuels." Lawmakers...
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China‘s carbon emissions fall by 8% as economic growth slows

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China's carbon dioxide emissions fell by 8% in the April to June quarter compared with the same period a year earlier, the "sharpest decline in a decade," the Financial Times reported, citing new analysis...
Culture

The first eco-mosque in the region will be opened in the Croatian town of Sisak

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All people with an open mind, heart and soul are welcome to the new mosque and Islamic center in Sisak, regardless of their religion, Sisak chief imam Alem Crankic told Hina news agency on...
Economy

A “dog” tax has brought 400 million euros to the German budget in 2021

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The Germans' love for their dogs is proverbial. Now an exact price can be put on this love, reports DPA. In 2021, the total amount of tax paid by dog ​​owners in Germany rose by...
Environment

A city in Germany will fight DNA tests with dog feces

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The German city of Weilerwist wants to deal with the problem of dog excrement in the streets, gardens and parks with the help of DNA tests, Deutsche Presse-Agentur - DPA reported from Aahen. The mayor...
Environment

A 7,000-year-old Swiss glacier is melting because of the hot summer

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Some of Switzerland's smaller glaciers have lost significant amounts of ice this summer amid record-breaking heat
Economy

Switzerland is on the brink of an energy crisis

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With the onset of the heating season, more and more European countries face a real danger of spending the winter in the dark and cold. Switzerland is also on the verge of an energy...
Environment

7 questions and their answers about mammals

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Mammals can do amazing things! This list will answer your questions about flying, poisonous, really fast, and smelly. What is a mammal? Mammals are a class of animals. They have certain traits that distinguish them from...
Christianity

World Council of Churches: Climate, ecology, and theology: all connected!

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In 1998, the Orthodox Church, followed by several churches, set aside 1. September as a day dedicated to creation. With the symbol of water, without which there would be neither physical nor spiritual life (eg. baptism)...
Economy

The new fishing season has started in Turkey – a lot expected, but more expensive bonito

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fishing season - For Turkey, which has four seas, fishing is an important pillar of the country's economy, especially in the Black Sea region of the country, fish is the main livelihood for millions...
Environment

Citizens can contribute to Europe’s energy transition — European Environment Agency

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WWF: 17% of Europe’s population will experience water shortage by 2050

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A World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) analysis shows that 17% of people in Europe could face high to extreme risks of water shortage by mid-century. According to the authors of the study, this scenario...
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Construction of a floating Arctic power unit has begun in China

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Russian RITM-200 reactors serve as a base In China, the construction of the hull of the first floating nuclear power unit based on the Russian RITM-200 reactors has begun. The length of the barge will be...
Africa

French oil giant EACOP project will harm East Africa with toxic fumes, warn groups

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Civil society groups have accused Uganda and Tanzania of rushing to sign East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) deals with TotalEnergies and China’s CNOOC before locals were properly briefed on its environmental and health...
Environment

Droughts in Europe in August 2022: severe rainfall deficit is affecting crops and increasing fire risks

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Pond of Bages-Sigean, France The drought situation in many regions of Europe remains severe, according to the Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC) latest ‘Drought in Europe - August 2022' report, an update of the assessment...
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Showering and washing dishes during a thunderstorm forbidden

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Although the likelihood of being struck by lightning is small, it is important to know how to stay safe during a thunderstorm. Globally, about 24,000 people are killed by lightning each year and another...
Environment

What is happening to the lakes in Switzerland?

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The levels of Lake Constance, Four Cantons, Lugano and Valens have dropped sharply, here's why Water levels in four large Swiss lakes fell to record lows this August after scant rainfall this year, the Federal...
Environment

The exotic island nation of Vanuatu has an ambitious climate plan

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The Pacific island nation is making an impact in international climate efforts The Pacific nation of Vanuatu has launched one of the world's most ambitious climate policies, pledging to use 100% renewable energy for electricity...
Environment

After the storm: what an environmental tragedy can teach us about climate resilience and ecosystem restoration

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A tiny Caribbean Island known as 'the flower of the ocean' was decimated by Hurricane Iota in 2020. Two years after the storm, they’re still working to restore their environmental treasures and preparing for whatever curveballs climate change might throw at them next.
Environment

How to protect yourself from lightning?

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Whether we are outdoors or in the woods, a thunderstorm is a dangerous phenomenon. The Lightning Protection Handbook: In open space: Avoid open space. If you are on a peak or ridge, go down as quickly as...
Environment

Drivers who do not turn off the engine when braking are fined

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The French city of Nancy fines drivers who do not turn off their car's engine when they stop with 135 euros, reports in "Figaro". The city hall posted a communiqué on Twitter, according to...
Environment

Don‘t you dare go into the sea if you see this at your feet

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Ground-swel can be known when a person enters the water up to his knees and feels that the sand is disappearing under his feet and the sea begins to "pull" him As autumn winds begin...
ENTERTAINMENT

The favorite flower of all children hides a magical secret and healing power

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Because of its resemblance to a lion or dragon, in ancient times it was believed that the "lion's mouth" could ward off evil spirits One of the most common and common garden flowers is the...
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