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    Government accused of watering down environment rules in housebuilding proposals

    English

    May 27, 2025
    Sky News

    Government accused of watering down environment rules in housebuilding proposals

    The government has described the simplified biodiversity net gain rules for medium-sized developments as a "win-win for nature and development".
    Meath Gaelscoil wins prize worth €10,000 as overall winners of the Nature Hero Award

    English

    May 27, 2025
    TheJournal.ie

    Meath Gaelscoil wins prize worth €10,000 as overall winners of the Nature Hero Award

    “Our pupils have had an amazing time transforming our school grounds into a biodiversity haven.”
    North Devon just got greener with three massive new forests

    English

    May 27, 2025
    Devon Live

    North Devon just got greener with three massive new forests

    North Devon has planted over 200,000 trees across new woodlands as part of a historic rewilding project to fight climate change and boost biodiversity
    Fast-track to where? The new law opening up New Zealand to a mining boom

    English

    May 27, 2025
    The Guardian

    Fast-track to where? The new law opening up New Zealand to a mining boom

    Critics say the country’s unique biodiversity is at risk as the government plans to boost mineral exports to $3bn by 2035
    Massive boost for biodiversity at 200-acre Mawgan Habitat Bank

    English

    May 26, 2025
    Cornwall Live

    Massive boost for biodiversity at 200-acre Mawgan Habitat Bank

    It is one of 40 such projects in the UK
    Beyond wheat, paddy: How a farmer’s seed bank and zero-budget natural farming boost earnings and preserve biodiversity

    English

    May 25, 2025
    The Indian Express

    Beyond wheat, paddy: How a farmer’s seed bank and zero-budget natural farming boost earnings and preserve biodiversity

    Amrit Singh Chahal grows a diverse range of crops, including pulses, oilseeds, fruits, and vegetables, while effectively managing pests without chemicals.
    Court Battle Over Pacific Monument Fishing Protections

    English

    May 23, 2025
    Devdiscourse

    Court Battle Over Pacific Monument Fishing Protections

    Environmentalists are contesting President Trump's order, which allows commercial fishing in the Pacific Islands Heritage Marine National Monument. They argue it removes vital protections, harming marine biodiversity. The lawsuit, supported by Earthjustice, highlights negative impacts on Native Hawaiian interests and the potential for ecological damage via longline fishing.
    Students from UCD and TCD are joint winners of 2025 Mary Mulvihill science media competition

    English

    May 22, 2025
    The Irish Times

    Students from UCD and TCD are joint winners of 2025 Mary Mulvihill science media competition

    Deeply personal essay on the use of animals in biological research and biodiversity game announced as winners
    ‘I’m in love with the birds and the river’: how ecotourism helped a small Colombian town recover from war

    English

    May 20, 2025
    The Guardian

    ‘I’m in love with the birds and the river’: how ecotourism helped a small Colombian town recover from war

    Since the 2016 peace treaty, Mesetas has embraced its natural assets and visitors have flocked to enjoy the region’s unique biodiversity. But the threat of violence is never far away
    UK households who have gardens warned not to cut lawns until date in July

    English

    May 17, 2025
    Birmingham Live

    UK households who have gardens warned not to cut lawns until date in July

    Mowing lawns in England runs the risk of hampering biodiversity, and interfering with the ecosystem by killing off insects that are an essential.
    1,000 BTO flats on former Keppel Club site to be launched in October

    English

    May 15, 2025
    The Straits Times

    1,000 BTO flats on former Keppel Club site to be launched in October

    The estate will have lush green spaces, designed in line with the area’s rich biodiversity. Read more at straitstimes.com.
    How can businesses change their business model to support biodiversity?

    English

    May 15, 2025
    The Irish Times

    How can businesses change their business model to support biodiversity?

    Climate crisis requires bigger efforts from business
    Back to the future: Multi-functional farms with climate and biodiversity benefits

    English

    May 15, 2025
    The Irish Times

    Back to the future: Multi-functional farms with climate and biodiversity benefits

    Back to the future: Multi-functional farms with climate and biodiversity benefits
    One of the tech industry's sources of carbon credits is in conflict with Kenyan herders

    English

    May 13, 2025
    Engadget

    One of the tech industry's sources of carbon credits is in conflict with Kenyan herders

    The Wall Street Journal reports that a conservation program that provides carbon offsets to the tech industry is fighting with Kenyan herders over their farming practices.
    ‘A cemetery of trees’: vast green expanses turned to dust as loggers plunder South America’s Gran Chaco

    English

    May 7, 2025
    The Guardian

    ‘A cemetery of trees’: vast green expanses turned to dust as loggers plunder South America’s Gran Chaco

    Jaguars, giant armadillos and ocelots among species threatened by shrinking habitat in one of the richest areas of biodiversity in the world
    2 Begonia species found in DavOr

    English

    May 6, 2025
    SunStar Philippines

    2 Begonia species found in DavOr

    Filipino biologists discovered two new Begonia species, Begonia dorisiae and Begonia medinae, in Davao Oriental’s EMBC, showcasing PH biodiversity.
    DBCA staff and volunteers continue refloat attempts for stranded false killer whales at House Beach

    English

    May 6, 2025
    PerthNow

    DBCA staff and volunteers continue refloat attempts for stranded false killer whales at House Beach

    Efforts to rescue three false killer whales continued at House Beach on Tuesday afternoon as Department of Biodiversity, Conservation, and Attractions staff refloated the whales, but one’s become restranded.
    ‘Still some fuel in the tank’: the perks and perils of launching a business after 60

    English

    Apr 30, 2025
    The Guardian

    ‘Still some fuel in the tank’: the perks and perils of launching a business after 60

    Growing numbers of older people are creating enterprises in everything from baking to biodiversity – but does the freedom make up for the graft?
    Water and climate security at risk due to low snow levels in Hindu Kush region

    English

    Apr 29, 2025
    The Indian Express

    Water and climate security at risk due to low snow levels in Hindu Kush region

    Snow level in the Hindu Kush Himalaya region plummeted to a record low in the winter of 2024-2025, threatening water security and biodiversity in the region. What strategies can India adopt to ensure long-term water and energy security?
    The Bengaluru coffee brand serving an environment-friendly cuppa

    English

    Apr 28, 2025
    Livemint

    The Bengaluru coffee brand serving an environment-friendly cuppa

    Bengaluru-based Black Baza Coffee Co won a prestigious award for its biodiversity-friendly brews. Its founder Arshiya Bose speaks to Lounge about how coffee can benefit farms