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'Astonishing' study shows infant deaths rise in U.S. when bat populations fall

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Sep 7, 2024
Raw Story

'Astonishing' study shows infant deaths rise in U.S. when bat populations fall

Bat die-offs in the U.S. led to increased use of insecticides, which in turn led to greater infant mortality, according to a "seminal" study published Thursday that shows the effects of biodiversity loss on human beings.Eyal Frank, an environmental economist at the University of Chicago, authored th...
Anant Ambani's Vantara Foundation Offers Aid to Namibia Amid Severe Drought Crisis

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Sep 5, 2024
Devdiscourse

Anant Ambani's Vantara Foundation Offers Aid to Namibia Amid Severe Drought Crisis

Anant Ambani's Vantara Foundation has extended support to Namibia during a severe drought, advocating against the planned culling of 700 animals. The foundation proposes alternatives for conservation, highlighting their global commitment to animal welfare and biodiversity.
Forgotten epidemic: with over 280 million birds dead how is the avian flu outbreak evolving?

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Sep 4, 2024
The Guardian

Forgotten epidemic: with over 280 million birds dead how is the avian flu outbreak evolving?

New data reveals the virus has spread to endangered species in Antarctica – yet the H5N1’s risk to biodiversity, farming and human health is little explored
Treemetrics teams up with Swedish firm to boost biodiversity

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Sep 3, 2024
Siliconrepublic.com

Treemetrics teams up with Swedish firm to boost biodiversity

Cork’s forestry technology company Treemetrics has formed a strategic partnership with Qarlbo Biodiversity to improve biodiversity in forests.
New Hundred Acre Wood-inspired park in Bidadari has a freshwater lake that can prevent flash floods

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Sep 3, 2024
The Straits Times

New Hundred Acre Wood-inspired park in Bidadari has a freshwater lake that can prevent flash floods

The Alkaff Lake is a natural and biodiversity-friendly “tank” that can help manage the growing threat of flash floods. Read more at straitstimes.com.
How biodiversity can increase the resilience of cities

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Sep 3, 2024
The Indian Express

How biodiversity can increase the resilience of cities

A conscious focus on land and marine biodiversity could greatly help address the climate issues we face today
From Climate Vulnerabilities to Green Leadership: Brazil's Strategic Path to Sustainable Growth

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Sep 2, 2024
Devdiscourse

From Climate Vulnerabilities to Green Leadership: Brazil's Strategic Path to Sustainable Growth

The study highlights Brazil's significant climate-related vulnerabilities, particularly in agriculture and hydropower, while outlining opportunities for green growth through targeted policy measures and investments in renewable energy and sustainable practices. By leveraging its green energy mix and biodiversity, Brazil can mitigate climate risks and boost its economic potential.
New Spider Species Discovered in Western Ghats After 118 Years

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Sep 1, 2024
Devdiscourse

New Spider Species Discovered in Western Ghats After 118 Years

The Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) discovered two new spider species in the Western Ghats. The newly found Mimetus Spinatus and Mimetus Parvulus highlight the region's biodiversity. ZSI Director Dr Dhriti Banerjee emphasized the area's importance and the need for continued exploration and conservation efforts.
Running with bulls: South African vineyard incorporates cattle, other animals for chemical-free wine

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Aug 31, 2024
Scroll.in

Running with bulls: South African vineyard incorporates cattle, other animals for chemical-free wine

Regenerative viticulture involving ruminants, ducks and owls found that the farm’s soil health improved, boosting grape produce, and biodiversity flourished.
I want to go with peat-free gardening: how can I do it?

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Aug 31, 2024
The Irish Times

I want to go with peat-free gardening: how can I do it?

Fionnuala Fallon: Use of peat is gradually being phased out due to EU targets to mitigate climate change, support biodiversity, and protect wetlands
Major Fish-stinction Ahead? AI Finds 5 Times More Species At Risk Than Previously Thought

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Aug 30, 2024
IFLScience

Major Fish-stinction Ahead? AI Finds 5 Times More Species At Risk Than Previously Thought

Marine biodiversity is being extingu-fished.
Bees 'starving' for pollen as native flowers fail to bloom

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Aug 29, 2024
ABC News

Bees 'starving' for pollen as native flowers fail to bloom

After four consecutive dry winters, beekeepers in Western Australia are warning of diminished hives and biodiversity loss as fewer flowers bloom and pollen dries up.
Snow disappears from Om Parvat for the first time: ‘Can trigger a cascade of changes’, says expert

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Aug 29, 2024
The Indian Express

Snow disappears from Om Parvat for the first time: ‘Can trigger a cascade of changes’, says expert

For the first time, Uttarakhand's Om Parvat was completely devoid of snow, highlighting the environmental challenges facing the Himalayas. Experts attribute this unprecedented change to rising temperatures, altered precipitation patterns, and broader effects of global warming, raising concerns about the impact on local ecosystems and biodiversity.
Prioritizing Animal Infectious Diseases: Economic and Environmental Stakes

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Aug 28, 2024
Devdiscourse

Prioritizing Animal Infectious Diseases: Economic and Environmental Stakes

A three-day workshop on Animal Infectious Disease Prioritization, organized by FAO and Animal Husbandry & Dairying Dept., focuses on the economic and biodiversity impacts of these diseases. Experts aim to improve disease control and surveillance systems, benefiting the agricultural sector and national economy.
Human-Wildlife Overlap Is Set To Increase, And Saving Biodiversity Will Be An Important Challenge

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Aug 27, 2024
IFLScience

Human-Wildlife Overlap Is Set To Increase, And Saving Biodiversity Will Be An Important Challenge

Living next door to a family of wild cats isn't as fun as Daniel Tiger makes it look.
India’s biodiversity can help it leap ahead in synthetic biology

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Aug 26, 2024
Livemint

India’s biodiversity can help it leap ahead in synthetic biology

Synthetic biology leverages advances in genetic engineering and other fields of biotech to develop amazing new applications. We can harness our exceptional biodiversity for everyone’s benefit if we get our policies and investment priorities right.
Gardener's notebook: 'Plastic flower displays for Instagram experiences are a scandal"

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Aug 24, 2024
Evening Standard

Gardener's notebook: 'Plastic flower displays for Instagram experiences are a scandal"

In a city struggling with biodiversity, it’s bonkers to use plastic flowers instead of cheerful displays of real plants
We must restore nature to avoid global catastrophe, warns biodiversity summit president

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Aug 22, 2024
The Guardian

We must restore nature to avoid global catastrophe, warns biodiversity summit president

Just cutting carbon emissions will not prevent climate breakdown, says Susana Muhamad before Cop16 in Colombia
A window of opportunity for climate and biodiversity

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Aug 20, 2024
The Conversation UK

A window of opportunity for climate and biodiversity

The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and its Convention on Biological Diversity are separate platforms, but climate change and biodiversity loss urgently require a joint approach.
The Irish Times view on Ireland’s nature in focus: valiant efforts give cause for hope

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Aug 16, 2024
The Irish Times

The Irish Times view on Ireland’s nature in focus: valiant efforts give cause for hope

People from diverse backgrounds are making serious efforts to protect biodiversity in Ireland - they need to be supported