From enwl at enw.net.ru Mon Dec 2 22:51:52 2024 From: enwl at enw.net.ru (ENWL) Date: Mon, 2 Dec 2024 23:51:52 +0400 Subject: *[Enwl-eng] A whole region of the world is suffocating under smog's deadly grip Message-ID: <4C39C1E17B854DEBA6CB10484EE878D5@lewpostnew> A deadly air pollution crisis is wreaking havoc in India and Pakistan. The Worst Air Pollution in the World Is Currently Choking Parts of India and Pakistan. Demand Immediate Action. Sign Now Toxic smog is suffocating millions of people and animals in India and Pakistan, plunging entire regions into a public health emergency. In Delhi, air quality has reached the worst levels in the world, impacting 55 million people. Punjab is experiencing its most hazardous pollution ever recorded. Schools have closed, outdoor activities are banned, and hospitals are overwhelmed with patients suffering from respiratory diseases, allergies, and other severe health conditions. This isn't just bad air; it's a deadly crisis. Every breath taken in these areas is filled with harmful pollutants that can lead to long-term health complications. The crisis is causing a spike in serious conditions, including lung and respiratory illnesses. The smog crisis is a symptom of a larger problem ? unchecked pollution and a failure to prioritize public health and environmental sustainability. Fossil fuel emissions and agricultural crop burning are the primary culprits. Sign this petition to protect the health and well-being of millions and ensure a cleaner, safer future for the region. Demand that the governments of India and Pakistan implement stricter air pollution regulations and help adopt farmers sustainable practices that do not harm the air we all breathe! Thank you, Celeste Care2 Petitions Team P.S. The governments of India and Pakistan must crack down on the fossil fuel industry and provide resources to help farmers end crop-burning practices. Sign the petition. Sign Now ? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Care2.com, Inc. 3141 Stevens Creek Blvd. #40394 San Jose, CA 95117 https://www.care2.com From: Celeste S., Care2 Action Alerts Sent: Monday, December 02, 2024 2:03 AM Subject: A whole region of the world is suffocating under smog's deadly grip -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From enwl at enw.net.ru Tue Dec 3 02:40:49 2024 From: enwl at enw.net.ru (ENWL) Date: Tue, 3 Dec 2024 03:40:49 +0400 Subject: *[Enwl-eng] Stop the animal cruelty in these famous fashion weeks Message-ID: <991B907721054435834DF36C72C4F1BB@lewpostnew> Consumers have the power to drive change. End the Brutality: Demand the "Big Four" Fashion Weeks Ban Exotic Animal Skins! Sign Now Imagine the horror: snakes inflated like balloons while still alive, lizards decapitated, crocodiles and alligators brutally killed with metal rods rammed down their spines. This isn't a scene from a horror movie ? it's what happens every day in the exotic skins industry. Thankfully, in a groundbreaking move, London Fashion Week has set a new precedent by banning exotic animal skins starting 2025. It's the first of the "big four" fashion weeks to do this, but New York, Milan, and Paris must follow suit. Sign the petition to demand New York, Milan, and Paris fashion weeks ban exotic animal skins! This progressive step towards ethical fashion makes it clear the exotic skins industry must become a thing of the past. These animals endure unimaginable pain ? including severe leg deformities to excruciating injuries leading up to their gruesome deaths ? just so their skins can adorn the latest fashion accessories. Sign the petition to demand the New York, Milan, and Paris Fashion Weeks ensure that fashion moves forward without leaving a trail of animal suffering behind! Thank you, Jess Care2 Petitions Team P.S. It's time to show the world that fashion doesn't have to be cruel to be beautiful. Sign the petition! Sign Now ? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Care2.com, Inc. 3141 Stevens Creek Blvd. #40394 San Jose, CA 95117 https://www.care2.com From: Jess M., Care2 Action Alerts Sent: Sunday, December 01, 2024 8:01 PM Subject: Stop the animal cruelty in these famous fashion weeks -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From enwl at enw.net.ru Wed Dec 4 21:53:06 2024 From: enwl at enw.net.ru (ENWL) Date: Wed, 4 Dec 2024 22:53:06 +0400 Subject: *[Enwl-eng] Human noise pollution is killing whales in their homes Message-ID: <989E3B6233494604A385C486101B724E@lewpostnew> Whales have existed for millions of years. Now human noise pollution is killing them off. Stop Ocean Noise Pollution ? Save Whales' Lives in Their Own Homes Sign Now The vast, deep oceans are the whales' sanctuary ? their homes. But instead of offering peace and safety, these waters are now filled with a constant cacophony of chaotic, deafening human-made noise that threatens their survival. The noise from shipping vessels, seismic airguns for oil and gas exploration, and even whale-watching boats is destroying the underwater world that whales depend on to survive, leaving these majestic animals struggling to navigate, communicate, and feed. Whales rely on sound to "see" their world, communicate with their pods, find food, and navigate vast distances. But human activity is drowning them out. With this constant noise, their world is plunged into confusion. Noise pollution blinds whales' sensory perception, leaving them vulnerable and unable to survive. All of this noise has profound consequences. Studies have linked it to whales beaching themselves in confusion, chronic stress and weakened immune systems ? making whales more vulnerable to disease. On top of that, a single seismic survey can drive whales away from their feeding grounds for weeks, with devastating consequences for their populations. Luckily, unlike chemical or plastic pollution, noise pollution can be stopped instantly. All it takes is human willpower to switch it off. Sign the petition to demand that international leaders come together to regulate and reduce noise pollution in our oceans. They must implement measures such as requiring quieter ship designs, enforcing strict limits on seismic testing, and protecting marine areas free from industrial noise could make all the difference. Thank you, Celeste Care2 Petitions Team P.S. Whales have been on this planet for millions of years ? far longer than humans. Yet, in just a few decades, our activities have pushed them to the brink. We must do better. Sign the petition. Sign Now ? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Care2.com, Inc. 3141 Stevens Creek Blvd. #40394 San Jose, CA 95117 https://www.care2.com From: Celeste S., Care2 Action Alerts Sent: Wednesday, December 04, 2024 12:17 PM Subject: Human noise pollution is killing whales in their homes -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From enwl at enw.net.ru Wed Dec 4 21:54:49 2024 From: enwl at enw.net.ru (ENWL) Date: Wed, 4 Dec 2024 22:54:49 +0400 Subject: *[Enwl-eng] Dolphins in captivity suffer from depression, self-harm, and die younger than in the wild Message-ID: <4B024D0E3AC245B0BC86E95298B5E36E@lewpostnew> Help end their suffering! Belgium Has Banned Cruel Dolphin Captivity, While the United States, China, and Japan Still Imprison Hundreds of These Intelligent Creatures Sign Now Dolphins are highly intelligent, social, and playful animals. They love to travel long distances at top speeds ? sometimes close to 20 miles per hour! They travel in pods, love to talk to each other, and are known to play with things they find in the sea ? from seaweed to other marine animals. The life of a dolphin in the wild is one of joy and adventure. But in captivity, dolphins' natural behaviors and the joy that comes with them are lost. Dolphins in dolphinariums are confined to small enclosures and isolation, distressing them to the point of worrisome and even harmful behaviors. Captive dolphins swim in circles endlessly, exhibit depression and aggression, and have even been known to self-harm by ramming their heads into walls, chewing on metal and concrete, and so on. Tragically, all of this culminates in dolphins dying younger in captivity than they would in the wild. Thankfully, Belgium has taken these concerns for captive dolphins seriously and has become the seventh country to ban dolphinariums! 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Transboundary water cooperation emerged as a key theme throughout the high-level discussions, highlighting the urgency of collaborative water management in achieving sustainable development. The Summit spotlighted the UN Water Convention, hosted by UNECE, as a key instrument for advancing transboundary water cooperation. UNECE Executive Secretary Tatiana Molcean emphasized that the costs of inaction are too high, especially when we have the tools and instruments to act, like the Water Convention. She further stressed that transboundary cooperation must remain high on the agenda in upcoming global processes ? notably at the 2026 UN Water conference ? and in the discussions on the post 2030 agenda. The Summit served as a platform to announce major initiatives aimed at accelerating water action: the Transboundary Water Cooperation Coalition?s Knowledge Platform; Freshwater Challenge; Water Footprint Commitment; and One Water Vision Coalition. Read more Energy UN Regional Commissions call for urgent and equitable energy transition At the close of the 13th International Forum on Energy for Sustainable Development, the UN Regional Commissions issued a unified call for accelerated global action to achieve an equitable and sustainable energy future. Convened in Bangkok, the Forum brought together government leaders, industry stakeholders, and experts from across five UN regions ? Africa, Asia and the Pacific, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, and Western Asia ? to drive forward coordinated action on clean energy and climate goals. A statement from the UN Regional Commissions emphasizes the critical need for swift and inclusive action to address global energy challenges while ensuring sustainable energy for all. The statement emphasizes a commitment to supporting member States in accelerating renewable energy deployment and improving energy efficiency, with a goal to triple global renewable energy capacity and double energy efficiency improvement rates by 2030, helping member States meet both SDG 7 and Paris Agreement objectives. Read more Trade Uzbekistan signs the National Trade Facilitation Roadmap with UNECE support UNECE Executive Secretary Tatiana Molcean and the Special Representative of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan on the World Trade Organization (WTO) issues and Chief Negotiator, Azizbek Urunov, have signed the National Trade Facilitation Roadmap of Uzbekistan, which will serve as a strategic framework guiding the country's trade facilitation reforms over the next five years and supporting its accession to the WTO envisaged for 2026.The Roadmap was developed using the UNECE methodology and is aligned with the overall strategy of the United Nations Special Programme for the Economies of Central Asia (SPECA), in particular the SPECA Trade Facilitation Strategy and the SPECA Principles for Sustainable Trade. It is part of a larger effort to support Uzbekistan to integrate into and benefit from the global economy: from fostering innovation and enhancing agricultural trade through the reduction of regulatory and procedural barriers to supporting effective public-private partnerships for enhanced and resilient infrastructure, noted the UNECE Executive Secretary. Read more Publication of the Week Trade UN/CEFACT Forum to focus on sustainable value chains, digital connectivity and gender-responsive policies Amid growing emphasis on accountability of sustainability claims on goods placed on markets and the challenge of addressing greenwashing, reliable and verifiable data have become crucial for building trust in global value chains. At the same time, as goods move across multiple borders, the climate crisis has highlighted the need to examine the role of digital trade corridors to advance climate-smart connectivity for cross-border trade operations. Finally, the current low level of women?s representation and participation in trade, calls for the exploration of gender-responsive approaches that can lead to higher economic gains, innovation, more diverse and resilient economies, and inclusive growth. These challenges will be at the heart of discussions at the upcoming 43rd UN/CEFACT Forum in Rome, Italy, on 10-12 December 2024, which is closely linked to the Italian G7 Presidency and its effort to advance environmental and social sustainability, as well as to address global economic disruptions. Read more Industrial accidents UNECE Industrial Accidents Convention?s CoP-13 marks 20 years of assistance and cooperation Countries from across the pan-European region have reaffirmed the need for multilateral cooperation to address major and emerging industrial safety challenges at the 13th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the UNECE Industrial Accidents Convention (CoP-13), recently held in Geneva. Industrial accidents know no borders so their impact on the environment, the economy and society often extends far beyond the place of origin. By working together, countries not only strengthen industrial safety but also their resilience in the face of disaster, noted Cedric Bourillet,Director of the Risk Prevention Directorate of the Ministry of Ecological Transition, Energy, Climate, and Risk Prevention of France, opening CoP-13, which France co-organized. Marking the 20th anniversary of the Convention?s Assistance and Cooperation Programme ? which supports transition economies across Eastern and South-Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, and Central Asia in improving industrial safety ?CoP-13 reflected on progress made and remaining challenges. Read more Environment Aarhus Convention promotes transparent environmental governance In a world grappling with the triple planetary crisis of climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution, public demand for transparent environmental governance is growing. Effective access to reliable information, coupled with efforts to combat disinformation and greenwashing, is an important pillar of such governance. To address these issues, the Task Force on Access to Information under the Convention on Access to Information, Public Participation in Decision-making and Access to Justice in Environmental Matters (Aarhus Convention) recently held its 9th meeting in Geneva, bringing together representatives of Governments, civil society, independent review bodies, academia, international organizations, the private sector and other stakeholders. 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Democrats Must Use the Filibuster to Defend Rights and Protect Our Planet Sign Now Donald Trump's administration poses a direct threat to human rights, social justice, and the environment. What's even worse is that, following the recent 2024 election, Republicans will now be in control of not only the White House and Supreme Court, but also both chambers of Congress. Right now, the Senate filibuster remains one of the last tools to stop policies that could devastate reproductive rights, LGBTQ+ protections, racial equity, and the fight against climate change. And Democrats in the Senate must commit to using this tool. The filibuster rule effectively says that legislation and important nominations cannot advance unless 60 Senators or more support it. And since Republicans will only control 53 votes in the Senate, they would need to work together with Democrats. This need for bipartisan support would effectively prevent extreme bills from passing. This is our opportunity to protect what matters most. When it comes to reproductive rights, LGBTQ+ protections, racial justice, voting rights, wildlife conservation, and fighting climate change, Trump's administration has repeatedly promised to attack each and every one. The stakes could not be higher. We need Democratic senators to use the filibuster as a shield to protect our rights and our environment. Sign this petition to demand that Senate Democrats fight back with the filibuster to safeguard human rights, equality, and our planet. Thank you, Celeste Care2 Petitions Team P.S. We must demand that Democrats in the Senate stand firm and use every power at their disposal to block harmful legislation. Sign the petition. Sign Now ? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Care2.com, Inc. 3141 Stevens Creek Blvd. #40394 San Jose, CA 95117 https://www.care2.com From: Celeste S., Care2 Action Alerts Sent: Thursday, December 05, 2024 12:18 PM Subject: The filibuster will be our last line of defense under Trump. Democrats must use it. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From enwl at enw.net.ru Sat Dec 7 17:51:21 2024 From: enwl at enw.net.ru (ENWL) Date: Sat, 7 Dec 2024 18:51:21 +0400 Subject: *[Enwl-eng] A Time to Sow Message-ID: As the political wheel turns, nurture seeds of justice, compassion, and love. News of the world environment NEWSLETTER | DECEMBER 06, 2024 A Time to Sow I should plant some seeds. That was my first waking thought on November 6, as the sun rose on a United States that would soon have to live through another four years with a climate-change-denying despot as its leader. The thought kept circling at the back of my weary mind even as I agonized over what?s to come: the attacks on environmental safeguards and climate action, on immigrants, on gender nonconforming persons, on journalists, and on the civic institutions that keep our (admittedly imperfect) democracy running. We?ve lived through a version of this before, but I fear President Trump 2.0 is going to be more vicious and targeted in his efforts to undermine a functional government. But the seeds. If you plant them now, come spring, you?ll have peas, and carrots, and bright-stemmed rainbow chard, and pretty wildflowers, the voice in my head insisted. I brushed the idea aside as frivolous. This was no time to focus on flowers. There was much more important work to be done. We had to find ways to mount a defense against this slide into fascism, and we had to do it fast. But when I turned my attention back to the even more immediate task at hand ? wrapping up our Winter 2025 print issue ? I was confronted with seeds again. There was veteran ethnobotanist Gary Paul Nabhan writing about the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict that threatens to displace the painstakingly saved ?crop seeds and their hardy wild relatives? that ?help humanity after wars, floods, droughts, or famine? (?Refugee Seeds"). There was journalist Marisa Agha reporting from the US Southwest about Indigenous farmers? efforts to bring back long-lost seed varieties (?Reviving Lost Relatives?). And there was my colleague Zoe Loftus-Farren?s cover feature, describing the brave conservationists in Ukraine and how ?a lush riparian forest? has already reseeded itself on the bed of a reservoir after an explosion drained it last year (?War and Parks?). The message about seeds ? about life itself ? was laid out in plain sight in these stories. ?In this time of collapse of old worlds and monumental transition, we must think like seeds,? Rowen White, seed keeper and farmer from the Mohawk community of Akwesasne, wrote in an Instagram post just a few days later. ?We must breathe past the gut-wrenching fear of total destruction, for just beyond that precipice is life renewed, seedcoats coming undone to sprout the endless creative potential of what is possible for our children and grandchildren.? Yes, the road ahead will be tough. There will be loss and pain and suffering. There will be places and people we won?t be able to help, which is hard to accept. But if we keep up the work of sowing and nurturing the seeds of justice, compassion, and love, eventually beauty will re-emerge from this chaos. I suppose I?ll go plant some seeds in my backyard after all. Spring isn?t that far off. Maureen Nandini Mitra Editor-in-Chief, Earth Island Journal PS: This is a version of my Letter from the Editor published in our Winter 2025 print issue. Check out a quick breakdown on the issue below. Photo by Elena Mozhvilo WINTER 2025 ISSUE The latest print edition of Earth Island Journal will be arriving in mailboxes and hitting newsstands any day now. In this issue you will find: ? Vignettes of Ukrainian conservationists trying to protect the country?s wild landscapes amid the turbulence of war. ? A complementary essay about an overlooked collateral of the Israel-Hezbollah conflict ? the Middle East?s most valued repositories of plant biodiversity. ? A report on the failed industry-funded efforts to use genetic engineering to save the iconic American chestnut. ? A personal essay by a North Dakota writer, describing how the town he grew up in is being transformed into a testing site for unproven carbon storage technology. ? A feature that explores how Indigenous communities in the American Southwest are working to safeguard native seeds and traditional farming knowledge. Plus: ? A conversation with Indigenous activists and authors Nemonte Nenquimo and Mitch Anderson about the connection between environmental violence and bodily violence, the antidotes to colonialism and capitalism, and their new book, We Will Be Jaguars. ? An essay from self-described ?artivist? Melody Cooper about taking a stand for climate-vulnerable communities through TV, plays, and short-stories. Photo credit: John Carr / USFWS aption The Journal is driven by mission, not money, but producing stories that speak truth to power requires financial backing. We get that backing from you, not corporations. While newsrooms across the country are laying off journalists and shutting down, your generous contributions help us produce more stories that make the connections between environmental destruction and other social issues. Thank you for your support. Support People-Powered Journalism Bison photo credit: John Carr / USFWS Did a thoughtful friend forward you our newsletter? 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Demand Animal Welfare Laws for Shellfish! Sign Now Imagine being slowly cooked to death in boiling water. Horrifyingly, new research proves what many activists have believed for some time: crabs feel pain. That means that the traditional method of cooking these crustaceans in boiling water is torturing them to death. No living being deserves this cruelty. Sign the petition to demand the U.S. Department of Agriculture and European Union Commission to revise their animal welfare laws to protect crustaceans from this cruelty. The evidence discovered by scientists at the University of Gothenburg shows that when subjected to boiling water, crabs show clear nerve-cell reactions indicative of pain. It is clear now, that the practice of cooking crabs, lobsters, and other crustaceans is abusive and needs a more humane solution. This is an animal welfare crisis. Sign the petition to demand the US and EU end the horrific torture of crustaceans! Thank you, Jess Care2 Petitions Team P.S. No living being deserves this cruelty. Sign the petition! Sign Now ? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Care2.com, Inc. 3141 Stevens Creek Blvd. #40394 San Jose, CA 95117 https://www.care2.com From: Jess M., Care2 Action Alerts Sent: Monday, December 09, 2024 10:01 PM Subject: Crabs feel agony when boiled alive -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From enwl at enw.net.ru Thu Dec 12 02:46:33 2024 From: enwl at enw.net.ru (ENWL) Date: Thu, 12 Dec 2024 03:46:33 +0400 Subject: *[Enwl-eng] The world's oldest wild bird - now a new mom - needs our protection Message-ID: The oldest bird's survival and the survival of her offspring and species depend on us. Protect the World's Oldest Wild Bird and Others >From Environmental Threats Sign Now Wisdom, a 74-year-old Laysan albatross, has just made history as the oldest known wild bird in the world, by laying her 60th egg. Wisdom's remarkable life has spanned decades of environmental change, yet her survival and the survival of her species remain under constant threat. Every year, seabirds like Wisdom endure threats from invasive species, rising sea levels and climate change, and ocean plastics. Wisdom herself has beaten the odds, living several years longer than the usual lifespan of Laysan albatrosses, and raising over 30 chicks in her lifetime. But she cannot do it alone. Her story underscores the urgent need to expand funding for bird conservation, protect critical habitats, and intensify efforts to remove plastic and other pollutants from marine ecosystems. Wisdom is not only an extraordinary individual ? she's also a living symbol of resilience and the irreplaceable beauty of our natural world. Let's honor Wisdom's legacy by taking action to protect her and the next generation of seabirds. 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Bison, lynx, and bear meander through trees tangled in moss, while beavers busy themselves along the rivers. These days, however, much of this vibrant landscape, which makes up Ukraine?s Desnyansko-Starogutskyi National Protected Park, is littered with landmines, carved with craters, and charred by fire. The park, which shares a 30-kilometer border with Russia, has been on the frontlines of the Russo-Ukrainian war since Russia launched its invasion on February 24, 2022. Desnyansko-Starogutskyi is one among many Ukrainian parks that have suffered deeply since the invasion. Nearly 40 percent of the country?s protected or ecologically important areas have been occupied at some point since the war first began in 2014 in Crimea, though most of the damage occurred after the 2022 invasion. Even those farther from the front have not escaped unscathed. As Mykhailo Drebet, head of science and research for Western Ukraine?s Podilski Tovtry National Park, puts it, ?There is no park that is not influenced by war.? The war has claimed an estimated one million lives, devastating built and natural spaces alike. Yet, despite the immense damage that?s already been done and the bleak prospect of more to come, many Ukrainians are already looking to the future. They are envisioning what recovery may look like, for the country?s people and its ecosystems. Journal Managing Editor Zoe Loftus-Farren shares the stories of four individuals who are working to support the country's national parks amid the war in our Winter magazine's cover story. 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Coca-Cola's Plastic Pollution Contributes to Over 1 Million Dead Marine Animals Each Year Sign Now In 2022, Coca-Cola vowed to address the global plastic crisis by committing to 25% reusable packaging by 2030. This pledge offered a glimmer of hope in the fight against skyrocketing plastic pollution ? a crisis devastating ecosystems, harming wildlife, and even threatening human health. But now, Coca-Cola has quietly abandoned this commitment, removing all mention of it from its website and shifting its focus to recycling instead of reuse. But recycling alone cannot solve the problem of single-use plastics. Most "recycled" plastic still ends up in landfills, incinerators, or the environment. There, it poisons waterways, chokes marine life, and contributes to climate change because more fossil fuel extraction is then required to create even more plastic. Plastic never disappears. It just breaks down into smaller and smaller pieces, but it builds up forever. 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Report on the results of the UNECE Committee on Environmental Policy, which discussed, among other things, the issues of Organizing the mid-term review of the main outcomes of the 9th Environment for Europe Ministerial Conference; ? Information on participation in events related to the Aarhus Convention and preparations for the Meeting of the Parties to the Aarhus Convention and its Protocol on PRTRs; ? Info on Elections to the Steering Committee of the European ECO-Forum. The meeting will be held in English and Russian. 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Climate Change and Energy News: Weekly Digest by CAN EECCA -------------------------------------------------- Someone forwarded this digest to you? You can subscribe using this link -------------------------------------------------- Dear subscribers, We are pleased to bring you a post-COP compilation of news on energy transition and adaptation to a changing climate in our region and the world. In this issue, we have collected key developments and ideas that have caught our attention. If we've missed anything, we welcome your comments - we're always open to feedback. Stay up to date on the latest climate news with us, CAN EECCA team -------------------------------------------------- News from the EECCA Region EECCA at COP29: Between Global Ambitions and Regional Realities The geographical and cultural proximity of Azerbaijan, the COP29 host, enabled Eastern Europe, Caucasus, and Central Asia (EECCA) countries to advance national interests and strengthen regional cooperation, but limited negotiating experience hindered their broader engagement. While some national delegations were active, their efforts often lacked alignment with COP29 objectives, and others remained passive, failing to define their role in global climate discussions. CAN EECCA Calls on the Georgian Government to Respect Democratic Values In recent days, Georgia has been engulfed in significant political unrest triggered by the government?s decision to suspend European Union accession talks until 2028. This decision has sparked widespread protests, with demonstrators voicing strong pro-European sentiments and raising concerns about democratic backsliding. While these protests are primarily focused on Georgia?s geopolitical future and democratic integrity, they also have profound implications for the country?s climate action, human rights, and environmental commitments. Just Transition: Central Asia towards a sustainable future At the COP29 climate conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, the Kyrgyzstan pavilion hosted the event ?Just Transition in Central Asia: Pathway to Climate Resilience and Social Justice?, organized by CAN EECCA. Participants discussed concrete steps and challenges related to the region?s transition to a low-carbon economy, including decarbonization, the introduction of renewable energy, and the role of civil society. ?Green Legacy? of Kyrgyzstan Turns into Desert In Kyrgyzstan, millions of trees are planted annually as part of the national campaign ?Jashyl Muras?, claiming growth of forest areas, but the reality often diverges from official reports. Journalists have identified problems with the care of saplings, their high mortality due to lack of watering, violation of planting terms and conditions, which casts doubt on the effectiveness of the project. Despite loud claims about the trees taking root, significant areas of planting turned out to be dried and unmaintained, turning the initiative into formal PR without sustainable results. Tajikistan: Rogun Dam is a white elephant in the making ? report The Rogun Dam project in Tajikistan, if completed to its maximum specifications, would impose severe economic and environmental costs, making its electricity uncompetitive compared to renewable alternatives, according to a report by Rivers Without Boundaries. Experts warn that continuing the project at its current scale would exacerbate regional ecological issues, contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions, and hinder efforts toward decarbonization. Nobel laureate on Kazakhstan?s net-zero goal: We need a ?me first? campaign Kazakhstan's journey to carbon neutrality by 2060 requires a grassroots approach, as Nobel laureate Raekwon Chung emphasizes empowering individuals and local communities to take ownership of green initiatives. Environmental challenges, including melting glaciers, desertification, and climate-induced migration, demand immediate attention, alongside urban infrastructure upgrades and sustainable business practices. While top-down policies dominate, projects like AEOK's campaigns and renewable energy solutions aim to engage younger generations and foster a "me first" ethos for sustainable change. Kazakhstan: A voluntary carbon market grows from seed Alim Sailybaev is pioneering Kazakhstan's voluntary carbon credit market by restoring degraded land in the Aral Sea region through innovative projects like planting saxaul and developing agroparks. His organization, Qazaq Carbon, aims to use carbon revenues as financial levers to promote sustainable agriculture, biodiversity conservation, and community welfare, despite challenges like low local carbon pricing and limited market infrastructure. Well-Connected Private Investor Scoops Up Hydropower Rights in Georgia Businessman Koka Kokolashvili, with family ties to Georgia's political elite, has obtained government contracts to develop at least 25 hydroelectric power plants despite lacking experience in renewable energy. These secretive deals, awarded under unclear circumstances, have sparked concerns over transparency, environmental impact, and local community benefits. Critics argue that Georgia?s renewable energy sector is becoming increasingly opaque, raising questions about who truly profits from its development. Force of Nature or Negligence: Why Does Mudflow Damage in Kyrgyzstan Top Record Levels? In 2024, Kyrgyzstan faced a record number of mudflows, resulting in significant loss of life and damage exceeding 1.2 billion soms. The main causes of the catastrophic consequences were heavy rains, insufficient work of local authorities and chaotic development in hazardous areas. The Ministry of Emergency Situations warns that due to climate change and lack of funds for prevention, the situation may worsen in the future. Georgia's gas supply and decarbonization (GE) The report analyzes the problems of Georgia's gas sector, including the economic efficiency and safety compliance of the gasification process, as well as their contradiction with the NECP objectives and the country's international commitments. It notes that current energy policies increase dependence on other countries and threaten energy security, requiring transformation of the sector for sustainable development. The village of Kvatsikhe is cited as an example of an alternative approach, where solutions that take into account environmental, social and economic factors are proposed. Ukraine?s energy crisis holds a lesson for EU, Polish minister says Poland, preparing to take over the EU Council presidency, sees Ukraine's resilience in rebuilding its energy infrastructure amidst war as a critical learning opportunity for Europe to enhance energy security and system transformation. Key priorities for Poland's presidency include supporting Ukraine's energy system, advancing its EU accession talks, and promoting a full withdrawal from Russian energy imports to bolster Europe's security. Central Asia is losing the fight for clean air (RU) Russia has seen a sharp rise in environmental problems, including an increase in oil pipeline accidents and predatory natural resource extraction. Kazakhstan faces catastrophic air pollution in key cities, as well as unsolved environmental incidents. Other Central Asian countries are taking steps towards sustainable development, for example through international partnerships and projects, but problems with air pollution, water supply and waste management continue to have a negative impact on people's lives and nature. -------------------------------------------------- World Climate and Energy News Nuclear Power Was Once Shunned at Climate Talks. Now, It?s a Rising Star Once dismissed as a climate solution, nuclear energy is now gaining global support, with 28 countries pledging to triple its capacity by midcentury to curb carbon emissions. The renewed interest is driven by its ability to provide reliable, carbon-free electricity, complementing intermittent renewables like wind and solar, though challenges like high costs, delays, and public opposition remain. While critics highlight safety and affordability concerns, proponents emphasize nuclear?s role in achieving climate goals and enhancing energy security, particularly in Eastern Europe and developing nations. Trump vows to revive U.S. energy dominance with ?drill, baby, drill? agenda President-elect Donald Trump pledges to prioritize domestic energy production by easing drilling restrictions, expanding infrastructure, and boosting natural gas exports to solidify U.S. energy dominance. His agenda includes re-exiting the Paris Climate Accord, rolling back emissions regulations, and promoting fracking, while potentially limiting the Inflation Reduction Act's impact through tighter EV tax credits and tariffs on Chinese-made vehicles. Trump?s pro-energy strategy aims to deliver affordable energy, strengthen the economy, and enhance U.S. geopolitical influence, though it faces political and environmental challenges. Japan targets 40-50% power supply from renewable energy by 2040 Japan wants renewable energy to account for up to 50% of its electricity mix by fiscal year 2040 with nuclear power taking up another 20%, according to a draft of its revised basic energy policy, as it makes a clean energy push while meeting rising power demand. As the world's second-largest importer of liquefied natural gas and a major consumer of Middle Eastern oil, Japan and its basic energy plans are drawing global attention from oil, gas and coal producers. Oil and Gas Industry Positioned to Drive Geothermal Boom, IEA Finds The International Energy Agency (IEA) highlights geothermal energy as a promising, low-emissions resource that could meet 15% of global electricity demand by 2050, with oil and gas industry expertise playing a crucial role in its expansion. Technological advancements could reduce geothermal costs by 80% by 2035, making it the cheapest dispatchable renewable energy source, while policy support could boost global investments to $2.5 trillion and create one million jobs by 2030. From renewables to fossil fuels in Europe: How does your country generate electricity? Over the past two decades, the EU has significantly reduced its reliance on nuclear and coal power, with nuclear energy dropping to 23% and coal to 12% of the electricity mix, while renewables have surged to 35%. Despite this shift, nuclear energy remains crucial in several countries, including France and Belgium, while Germany has completely phased it out in favor of a controversial hydrogen strategy. Renewables' rapid growth reflects the EU's commitment to climate neutrality by 2050, though challenges such as grid limitations and market volatility continue to impact energy systems and prices. Green energy failure: UK spends over ?1 billion this year to turn off wind farms and start up gas plants The UK spent over ?1 billion this year to turn off wind farms and activate gas plants due to grid infrastructure mismatches and outdated energy system rules, exposing flaws in renewable energy integration. Despite a 50% increase in offshore wind capacity, the lack of grid upgrades has led to inefficiencies, rising energy bills, and undermined decarbonization goals. This situation highlights the need for better infrastructure planning and serves as a cautionary tale for other nations pursuing hasty green energy transitions. Want to try out climate fiction? Take your pick from the finalists of the first-ever fiction prize The first-ever Climate Fiction Prize has unveiled a longlist of nine novels, all written by women, showcasing diverse narratives that place the climate crisis at the forefront. 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X. ???? ??? ???? ?????????? ??? ????????, ??????????? ?? ???? ??? ????????? ???????????? ??????? ?????? ??????????, ????? ?????????? ???????? ??. ???? ??? ? ?????????? ?????????? ?? ????????? ???????, ???????????????? ? ??????? ???? ????????, ?????????????? ???????? ????? ? ????? ????????? ?????????????? ????? ? ??????????? ?????? ???????????? ?????????? Best regards, Bulat K. YESSEKIN ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: 'Elena Kosolapova' via Water and Sanitation News Date: Wed, 18 Dec 2024 at 02:41 Subject: IISD/ENB This Week: How Small Wins Lead to Big Victories Hello everyone, Just like incremental emissions push the climate towards dangerous tipping points, causing more frequent and severe extreme weather and more intense and prolonged slow onset events such as droughts, incremental policy steps in multilateral negotiations can build platforms we need for collaborative approaches to address these challenges. While some had hoped the UN desertification conference (UNCCD COP 16) would launch negotiations on that treaty?s first protocol, parties did agree to continue discussions on options to address drought with a view to adopting a decision at COP 17. While undoubtedly incremental, this success is far from guaranteed. As the deadlock over some issues at the Baku Climate Change Conference showed, progress from a previous COP can be wiped out if negotiators cannot agree on a way forward. In Baku, parties could not even agree to capture discussions on the mitigation work programme and the just transition work programme. This means that to advance those issues, negotiators will have to ?start anew? at the June session of the UNFCCC Subsidiary Bodies. Today?s issue of ENB This Week reflects on incremental steps that have brought the finish line closer. The Weeks that Were Convening in mid-November, the Fifth UN World Data Forum painted a ?vision of an innovative, inclusive, and enabled data ecosystem supporting sustainable development for all,? according to ENB. The Forum adopted the Medell?n Framework for Action on Data for Sustainable Development, which intends to update the Cape Town Global Action Plan from the first World Data Forum in 2017, ?to reflect the dynamic and evolving discussions on data for sustainable development.? The 60th session of the International Tropical Timber Council (ITTC) took place from 2-6 December. Delegates adopted decisions advancing preparations for renegotiation of the International Tropical Timber Agreement (ITTA) and extended the Executive Director?s term. Members also ?reaffirmed the central role of sustainable tropical timber trade in meeting global environmental and development objectives through the formalization of its programmatic approach to projects.? Oral hearings in the advisory proceedings on the obligations of States with respect to climate change concluded on Friday. Convening just a week after the Baku Climate Change Conference, ?the hearings at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) provided yet another opportunity to set the course for ambitious climate action in this critical decade,? ENB writes. The Court heard statements from 96 States and 11 international organizations, presenting legal arguments on States? obligations under international law ? and legal consequences of their breach ? especially with regard to future generations and small island developing States (SIDS) that are particularly vulnerable to the adverse effects of climate change. The role of the UNFCCC and the Paris Agreement on climate change, human rights law, customary international law, and general principles of international law in defining the scope of States? obligations was among the central issues discussed. Speakers also debated the point in time at which knowledge of the adverse impacts of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions gave rise to States? duty of due diligence to prevent harm to the environment. Divergence in perspectives was prominent with respect to the legal consequences of breaching those obligations. Some pointed to the climate regime?s non-punitive approach to compliance, while others underscored the customary rules of State responsibility, including obligations to cease wrongful conduct and provide reparations. The ICJ is expected to deliver its advisory opinion in open court sometime in 2025. The 16th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 16) to the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) wrapped up on Saturday. ENB reports that, while ?parties were unable to agree on whether to begin negotiations on a new drought framework or a legally binding protocol,? they adopted a procedural decision in which they agreed to continue discussions on the basis of progress reached, with a view to adopting a decision at COP 17. The COP also adopted key decisions on the participation of civil society organizations (CSOs), gender, agriculture and rangelands, and the science-policy interface. The Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) wrapped up its 11th meeting in Windhoek on Monday. Delegates approved two assessments: on the biodiversity-water-food-health nexus; and on the underlying causes of biodiversity loss, determinants of transformative change, and options for achieving the 2050 vision for biodiversity. They also approved the scoping report of the second global assessment on biodiversity and ecosystem services. IPBES-11 was preceded by a Stakeholder Day on 9 December. Representatives from scientific, Indigenous, and local communities, and civil society organizations discussed, among other issues, the nexus and transformative change assessments, stakeholder engagement and self-organized networks, the uptake of IPBES outputs in Africa, and the outcomes of the IPBES Youth Workshop 2024. Convening virtually, the 68th meeting of the Global Environment Facility (GEF) Council kicked off on Monday. On day one, the Council approved a USD 560 million+ work program, heavy with projects and programs on chemicals and waste. Members also reviewed and welcomed the GEF Monitoring Report 2024, which disclosed positive achievements in portfolio performance and in enhancing the effectiveness of projects and programs during the period 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024. The Weeks Ahead The GEF Council is meeting through Friday. Council meetings of the Least Developed Countries Fund (LDCF) and Special Climate Change Fund (SCCF), as well as of the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund (GBFF) will also take place. On the Horizon After the quiet of the (Northern) winter holidays, the Standing Committee of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) will hold its 78th meeting in Geneva during the first week of February 2025. The CITES Standing Committee provides policy guidance concerning the implementation of the Convention and oversees the management of the Secretariat?s budget. It also coordinates and oversees the work of the CITES Plants and Animals Committees, carries out tasks given to it by the CoP, and drafts resolutions for consideration by the CoP. Looking back at 2024, what do you see as the most important achievements of multilateralism, no matter how incremental? We?d love to know your thoughts. Elena, Jessica, and Lynn can be reached at enb at iisd.org. 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Lucy is kept entirely isolated, despite the fact that Asian elephants like her are inherently social creatures. It???s clear that a sanctuary, like the Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee which has offered to take Lucy in, would provide a far better future for this sweet creature. The Elephant Sanctuary provides a spacious, enriching environment in a warmer climate where Lucy could socialize with other elephants and receive specialized medical care. It???s time for the City of Edmonton to prioritize Lucy???s well-being and give her the life she deserves. Sign this Care2 community member's petition to demand that the City of Edmonton take action to begin the necessary steps to get Lucy to a sanctuary, where her needs will truly be met and she can live out her remaining years in peace and happiness! Thank you, Sophie Care2 Petitions Team P.S. Lucy the elephant deserves to go to a warm sanctuary with other elephants instead of remaining in Canada in cold isolation. 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Once a Champion, always a Champion: A thank you from Razan Al Mubarak ?As I prepare to pass on the baton, I wish to extend my deepest gratitude to the global community of committed, passionate, and steadfast individuals l have had the privilege of working alongside during this incredible two-year journey as UN Climate Change High-Level Champion for COP 28. Together, with my friends and colleagues in the Marrakech Partnership, we have pushed boundaries, raised climate ambition, and amplified essential voices from across our communities inside and outside the COP process. As President of the IUCN, I will ensure nature continues to hold its rightful position as our most powerful ally in climate action and that its greatest stewards - Indigenous Peoples - are duly respected and acknowledged for their critical work. Together, we have started the vital work of linking impactful climate action with ecosystem restoration, knowing that a future worth fighting for relies on a healthy natural world. ? I extend my gratitude to my sister Nigar Arpadarai, UN Climate Change High-Level Champion for COP 29, for her partnership over the past 12 months. I applaud Nigar and the next High-Level Champion for Brazil for building on the powerful collective legacy of the High-Level Champions in securing a world where every community and every ecosystem can thrive.? Reflections from COP 29: Nigar Arpadarai ?As 2024 draws to a close, I wish to express my heartfelt thanks to the myriad of partners, networks, organisations and individuals across the globe, working tirelessly to safeguard a healthier, fairer and safer future for our children, families, communities and countries. At the end of the day, that is what ambitious climate action is all about. At COP 29, I was humbled to meet with many people from businesses, cities, states, regions, Indigenous peoples and youth groups?applying their skills and ambition to every aspect of the challenge. In the year ahead I will continue championing the work of Impact Makers - pioneering individuals who remind us that transformative change doesn?t come from technology or policy alone ? it comes from communities daring to innovate and act. They are a call to action for all of us, urging us to move beyond words and deliver tangible results. This same spirit of action extends to our work with small and medium enterprises, which form the backbone of global economies and are essential to building a resilient future. Through the Climate Proofing SMEs campaign, I will continue to advocate for the tools, resources, and networks they need to adapt and thrive. It is no small achievement that this campaign has now engaged 40 collaborators and reached 90 million SMEs. But it?s clear that this is just the beginning. The work we?ve done so far must now be built upon, with greater scale and urgency. And with this in mind, I thank my sister in this mission, Razan Al Mubarak for her unwavering leadership, vision, and dedication. I look forward to ensuring her impactful legacy as UN Climate Change High-Level Champion for COP 28 continues through to COP 30 and beyond.? COP 29 makes progress toward increased climate finance UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell at the closing of COP 29. Credit: Lucia Vasquez, UN Climate Change. COP 29 convened businesses, private finance, subnational actors and civil society from around the world, reaffirming the collective effort to combat climate change. Strides were also made in climate finance, the operationalization of carbon markets under the Paris Agreement, the mitigation ambition and implementation work programme, the global goal on adaptation and National Adaptation Plans, transparency and gender. A landmark decision for non-State actors at COP 29 was the extension of the Climate High-Level Champions? mandate until 2030, clearly signalling Parties? recognition of the vital role of stakeholders across the ?real economy? and all areas of society in achieving the Paris Agreement goals across finance, adaptation and mitigation. Focus on finance With finance a key focus, Parties and non-Party stakeholders emphasised the importance of public and private finance in achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement, especially for developing countries. Solutions highlighted by private finance attendees within the two-week Global Climate Action Agenda programme included: ? New forms of insurance, which were highlighted for the first time within the Marrakech Partnership. ? Nature finance including the TNFD, the investment opportunity in nature and credit enhancement for sustainability-linked sovereign financing. ? Investable climate projects in developing countries showcased ? from solar initiatives in Central Asia to land restoration schemes in Latin America. A groundswell of real economy action Key signals of progress underway have been recorded in the Summary of Global Climate Action at COP 29. Announcements ranged from the launch of the Resilience4Ports Call to Action, to the Utilities for Net Zero Alliance (UNEZA)?s commitment to invest USD 117bn annually in renewables and grids, to the number of financial institutions convened by Race to Zero partners reaching 650. The Global Climate Action Agenda in review Thousands of participants attended the eight-day Marrakech Partnership and High-Level Champions? programme, with events and interactive innovation labs showcasing progress and emphasising the importance of an ambitious, fair, climate finance deal to catalyse climate investment, and ambitious investable climate and adaptation plans from all countries. Highlights are available in the High-Level Champions? daily recaps, including progress and action on nature, inclusion, SMEs, Finance, adaptation, insurance, and just transition away from fossil fuels. The 2030 Climate Solutions ? recently updated through the lens of regional perspectives provides a clear framework for effective cooperation and progress, including on finance, as well as gaps that should be bridged to halve global emissions, and adaptation gaps that should be closed to increase the resilience of four billion people - from vulnerable groups and communities - to climate risks, by 2030. NDC countdown to February 2025 National climate plans, known as Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), represent a pivotal opportunity for countries to outline ambitious, investable strategies that benefit nature and people. With all countries required under the Paris Agreement to publish new or revised NDCs by February 2025, there is a critical opportunity to enhance nations? level of ambition, by laying out ambitious, investable, nature and people-positive plans to reduce emissions, adapt to the impact of climate change and drive sustainable development. For example, the UAE?s NDC announced at COP, set a high bar for buildings, committing the sector?s emissions to fall by 79% by 2035 from 2019 levels - through actions such as revised building codes, building energy labels, and increasing retrofitting. The NDC drew on the UAE Sustainability Built Environment Blueprint, introduced at COP 28 by major real estate firms and supported by the Emirates Green Building Council. The Blueprint shows the power of ?radical collaboration? between public and private sectors to drive sustainable development. The High-Level Champions published an updated report showcasing the insights, solutions and support offers from the Marrakech Partnership and the wider network to assist national governments to drive an all-of-society approach in designing and implementing these national climate plans. A full COP 29 summary can be found here UNCCD COP 16: Non-State actors accelerate actions to promote healthy land and ecosystems, bridging links for climate, food systems and biodiversity The link between land, food, and climate action were placed front and centre at the recent 16th Session of the Conference of the Parties of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from 2 to 13 December. The conference saw the launch of the Riyadh Action Agenda, the announcement of the Riyadh Global Drought Resilience Partnership, and USD 12 billion in pledges to address the global challenges of land degradation, desertification, and drought. Representatives from across civil society and the global economy worked with countries to build new coalitions and initiatives to advance the collective goal of restoring 1.5 billion hectares by 2030, identified as a crucial step in the 2030 Climate Solutions to achieve land degradation neutrality. The first-ever United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification Financial Needs Assessment Report established that the world could save billions annually - and earn trillions more by restoring land back to health and building drought resilience. Building on the momentum of the Food Systems Call to Action launched at UNFCCC COP 28, now endorsed by over 300 diverse actors, representatives of local communities, local governments, Indigenous Peoples, civil society, academia, the private sector, and financial institutions agreed to advance tangible solutions to conserve and restore land and achieve sustainable, equitable and resilient agri-food systems, maximizing the synergies between the three Rio Conventions. The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification Financial Needs Assessment Report also established that the world could save billions annually - and earn trillions more by restoring land back to health and building drought resilience. The World Business Council for Sustainable Development announced that investments in regenerative agriculture by members of the Action Agenda on Regenerative Landscapes have now reached over USD 6 billion. And the launch of the Business 4 Land Initiative culminated in a Call to Action signed by hundreds of cross - sector representatives including finance, fashion, agri-food and pharmaceuticals, to mobilize finance and seize opportunities tied to land degradation and drought. To improve drought resilience, the International Drought Resilience Observatory, and the World Drought Atlas, were launched, reinforcing how data is key to preventing risks and driving solutions. Leveraging existing structures, governance, and funding models, the Harmonisation Initiative was launched by multiple non-State actors, convening projects at different phases to ensure equal benefits for communities, while encouraging greater investment into programmes and reducing risk to investors and funders. A secretariat for the newly launched initiative will commence in early 2025. Local solutions Local governments united in a Call for Engagement, reinforcing their unique proximity with local communities to address desertification, land degradation, and drought. The Primer on Urban-Rural Linkages and Land described how non-State actors and governments at different levels can support land degradation neutrality to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. The Indigenous Peoples Forum called for the recognition of Indigenous Peoples? knowledge systems and positive contributions to land restoration, stewardship, and traditional livelihoods. Such announcements and commitments made at UNCCD COP 16 are vital to mitigating climate change, supporting adaptation to climate impacts, restoring nature, and halting biodiversity loss. Actors from across the global economy and civil society demonstrated that delivering on food systems, land, and finance solutions is critical to reduce emissions, increase resilience, improve and restore biodiversity, and drive sustainable development on the path to COP 30 in Bel?m, Brazil. Transforming Food Systems: Building Momentum from COP 29 to COP 30 Gonzalo Mu?oz Abogabir is the UN Climate Change High-Level Champion from the COP 25 Presidency, appointed by the Chilean Presidency in 2019. From that position, he co-founded the Race To Zero, Race To Resilience and Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero GFANZ campaigns and remains a Global Ambassador for Race to Zero and Race to Resilience. Previously, he co-founded and led TriCiclos, a leading Latin American circular economy and recycling company. Gonzalo also co-founded Sistema B (B Corp in Latin America), Manuia and Polkura Winery. He is also a member of the Club of Rome. Currently, Gonzalo sits on the board of the Global Foodbanking Network, CDP Latin America, TED Future Forum, Chapter Zero Chile, among others. Gonzalo has been the recipient of the Chilean national awards on environment, innovation and social entrepreneurship; and he was awarded the honor of CMG in Queen Elizabeth?s final honors list in 2022. Gonzalo shared insights on the current progress of the food systems transformation - from key takeaways from COP 29, the road to COP 30 in Brazil - to the potential of the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) COP - to drive action on land restoration and drought resilience. What progress was made on food systems transformation at COP 29? ?COP 29 in Baku confirmed the critical role of the food systems transformation, with over 300 food system actors, including farmers, Indigenous Peoples, businesses, financial institutions and civil society, endorsing the Food Systems Call to Action, since its launch at COP 28. Food systems are remarkable, providing food for our global population and livelihoods for over four billion people. They form the backbone of communities worldwide. However, hundreds of millions are hungry, and over three billion cannot afford healthy diets. Generating a third of global greenhouse gas emissions, food systems are also vulnerable to climate impacts, undermining food security and adaptation - as well as driving biodiversity loss and consuming 70% of global freshwater. To transform our food systems a powerful movement of key global players is building - and action is underway - from smallholder farmers and Indigenous Peoples and local communities to major corporations and financial institutions to NGOs and food banks. In Latin America, for example, the Innovative Finance for the Amazon, Cerrado, and Chaco (IFACC) initiative, launched in 2021, is on track to mobilize USD 10 billion in disbursements by 2030 for deforestation-free soy and beef production in Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay. So far, IFACC has protected over 135,000 hectares of ecosystems, and restored over 700 hectares, promoting sustainable agricultural practices and nature-positive economies. Clearly, this type of action at the non-State level is boosting confidence and ambition at the national government level. For example, Brazil?s climate plan (i.e. NDC), announced at COP 29, outlines the country?s intent to encourage and incentivise more ?sustainable? agriculture as part of its emissions-cutting efforts. Other Heads of State are also now considering what their countries can achieve if they properly consider food systems and agriculture within their climate mitigation strategies. For example, the COP 28 UAE Declaration on Sustainable Agriculture, Resilient Food Systems and Climate Action, was endorsed by leaders of 160 countries since Dubai last year. Hopefully, next year we will see many more countries integrating food systems and agriculture into their climate and nature strategies, helping to land this topic into the centre of the strategy and the priorities of COP 30.? What other food-related initiatives stood out at COP 29? ?Significantly, more than 30 countries, including Brazil and Mexico, signed up to the Reducing Methane from Organic Waste Declaration, a new pledge focused on setting sectoral targets in future NDCs to cut methane emissions from waste. The food sector produces over a third of global methane emissions, so key actors like food banks, along with cities and local governments, have a key role to play in treating organic waste to prevent the release of this dangerous greenhouse gas. Globally, around one third of total food produced for human consumption is lost or wasted, costing nearly one trillion USD annually, and producing 8?10% of greenhouse gases. So, tackling food waste and loss is a win-win-win scenario for producers, municipalities and consumers alike. There are many examples of climate action supporting healthier, resilient, equitable communities - and in turn, non-State actors tangibly contributing to countries? food and agriculture metrics. As countries publish their NDCs before the end of February, I would also expect approaches to reducing and better managing organic waste to be integrated into those climate plans. From COP 29 to COP 30, the momentum behind food systems transformation continues to grow. To accelerate meaningful progress, we must shift and scale financing for resilient and sustainable food systems, enhance global accountability frameworks - and overall, ensure that the expertise of farmers, Indigenous Peoples, and local communities lies at the centre of the transformation.? ? The full article can be found here. Race to Zero update: Race to Zero has achieved growth of 16% in the last year reaching over 15,500 members by COP 29 in November. The Campaigns members come from over 150 countries, and comprise over: ? 12,400 companies of which 9200+ are SMEs (8,500+ from SME Climate Hub) ? 1,100 cities and close to 50 states and regions. ? 650 financial institutions ? 1,200 education institutions ? 80 healthcare institutions Net zero leaders: Decarbonization requires courage and collaboration ? Beatriz Arribas on transforming Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Beatriz Arribas, Sustainability Senior Manager at Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, shares her career journey where she's seen sustainability move from the periphery to the core of business strategy. ?I have been working in Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability for over 15 years. I began my career in this field when it was considered a ?nice-to-have? part of the business, mainly focused on philanthropy. Over the years, I have witnessed an incredible transformation, where sustainability has moved from the periphery to the core of business strategy. Today, it affects the entire company structure and requires a complete overhaul of traditional processes. Since 2018, I have managed Coca-Cola Europacific Partners? (CCEP) sustainability strategy in Spain and Portugal, including overseeing projects aligned with our goal of reaching net zero by 2040. One of our key projects is MARES Circulares, which focuses on marine conservation and waste reduction by collecting and recycling marine litter. Another major initiative is Hosteler?a #PorElClima, which supports the hospitality sector (HORECA) in its transition to more sustainable and low-carbon practices. Additionally, our water replenishment projects aim to restore natural water resources, and social programs like GIRA J?venes y Mujeres empower young people and women through training and career opportunities. Our sustainability efforts have yielded measurable results. Since 2017, the #PorElClima Hospitality Community has helped guide the hospitality sector in its green transition. At CCEP Spain, we have achieved a 25.7% reduction in our carbon footprint compared to 2019, thanks to targeted initiatives across our operations. 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These are the links about this initiatives and projects https://sdgs.un.org/partnerships/water-climate-healing-new-water-paradigm https://community.waterstories.com/spaces/7363251/list https://youtu.be/t0s4XeNzKQg?si=U5eANjUXCYGnaHb3 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PqS17XOhzk8ay-0dZEdr1QReHKG09UEVCtt7OyrOay4/edit?usp=sharing https://cosmatica.org/projects/223 Best regards, Bulat K. YESSEKIN On Fri, 20 Dec 2024 at 02:19, scientistswarning wrote: Dear all 27,000 of you ?, Sorry, I made a typo on the email address for you to send in your ideas. It should be scientistswarning at oregonstate.edu Thanks, Bill From: scientistswarning Sent: Thursday, December 19, 2024 11:00 AM To: scientists-warning at lists.oregonstate.edu Subject: Please send me your ideas for Alliance of World Scientists On Thu, 19 Dec 2024 at 15:00, scientistswarning wrote: Dear AWS member, Can you believe it, the Alliance of World Scientists (AWS) group is now six years old. We currently have over 27,000 members from 180 countries and we are growing in numbers. Over the course of this last six years, we have done a number of projects including declaring a climate emergency, crowdsourcing funding of the documentary film ?The Scientist?s Warning,? publishing the Scientists? Warning series of 52 journal articles, 1 journal special issue, and 74 more articles in preparation, publishing the annual State of the Climate Report, and most recently, offering the Planet Earth Award to honor the applied work of scientists around the world. We are currently accepting nominations for the Planet Earth Award and proposals for new Scientists? Warning papers. Now, I would like to get your ideas on potential specific projects for the Alliance or, more generally, your vision for what the Alliance could be or do in the future. If you have ideas, please send them to me at scientistwarning at oregonstate.edu in a paragraph that is no longer than 125 words by January 10, 2025. Our overall mission is to provide a collective international voice of thousands of scientists regarding the global climate crisis and environmental challenges with the intent to turn accumulated knowledge into action. Also, we need funding and if you know of any individual philanthropists or groups that would potentially be interested in helping fund the activities of the Alliance, or more perhaps specifically, our annual State of the Climate report, please send their contact information or webpage link to me too. Thanks, Bill PS. Donations of any amount are highly appreciated. Click here to make a year-end tax deductible donation to AWS. It is easy to contribute to AWS from anywhere in the world using credit/debit card, PayPal, Venmo, Amazon Pay, or Cash App Pay. William J. 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News of the world environment NEWSLETTER | DECEMBER 20, 2024 Everyday Magic Last week, I headed out to a trail along Marin County?s Lagunitas Creek with a singular hope: to witness salmon on the tail end of their journey from the Pacific Ocean to their freshwater spawning habitat here in California. Several fish species return to this creek every year, including Chinook and Coho salmon and steelhead trout. When I arrived at a trailhead, my two children and sister in tow, another group was just returning from their own salmon-spotting attempt. They hadn?t had any luck, they told us. There were no fish to be seen. This did not bode well for us, I thought, but we hit the trail nonetheless. And minutes later, we spotted our first fish. It was a Chinook, I think, beautiful as it battled its way upstream, flashes of silver shimmering in the water. Then we saw another. And several more. Most were smallish. One was huge. Another was stuck in an exhausting cycle, navigating the same small rapid only to be swept down again, over and over. The persistence of that exhausted, undaunted fish filled me with awe for the pure magic of these ancient animals. Individually, salmon accomplish the seemingly impossible, battling currents, boulders, and downed trees as they migrate miles inland to spawn. Collectively, they have survived tremendous threats to their species in recent decades, including intensive logging and stream sedimentation, loss of waterways to urban development, and massive water diversions. Despite all of this, they keep up their efforts to return to California streams, as they have done for thousands of years. If we could just get out of their way, they might continue for thousands more. As we made our way back to the car, I couldn?t help but feel for the group that hadn?t spotted a single fish; they had missed out on the wonder and joy of the experience. When I relayed the sentiment to my colleague Brian, he pointed out that we all sometimes miss the wonders right under our noses. He?s right. There is hidden beauty all around us, whether we?re looking for it or not. I think there?s a bit of magic in that, too. Zoe Loftus-Farren Managing Editor, Earth Island Journal P.S. Follow the Journal on Bluesky! We are looking forward to sharing, learning, and joining constructive conversations with our readers. Photo courtesy of Bureau of Land Management TOP STORIES Must We Kill to Conserve? To save one species that is doing poorly, the thinking goes, we have to harm another that is thriving. But is that really the best conversation strategy? READ MORE Working With Salt In the Bangladesh delta, simple, replicable solutions have brought thousands of acres of salinized farmland back into production, offering lessons for other regions around the world. 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Regulatory bodies require researchers to undergo rigorous reviews and obtain prior approval to ensure they are not negligent or overtly cruel in their experiments. However, an internal investigation revealed that researchers had conducted multiple surgeries on captive rats without approval ? including a disturbing procedure called a "jugular vein cutdown." Even worse, researchers did not provide these pats with any pain relievers or after-care. The report stated that the laboratory involved had the "highest rate of noncompliance on campus" when it came to the treatment of their rat population. The head researcher in charge has since tried to justify these outlandish behaviors, saying he "didn't understand what the protocol was" to obtain approval. He even claimed that he "did not realize the rats needed pain relievers." This is unacceptable and mind-boggling. The non-profit Stop Animal Exploitation NOW! is calling for the University to terminate these projects and ban the affiliated staff from working with animals again, since they clearly cannot be trusted to do so. Help us amplify this call by signing the petition! Thank you, Celeste Care2 Petitions Team P.S. How did the university hire someone to conduct medical experiments on living animals, who didn't know that all research must be reviewed and approved first, and that the animals involved must be cared for? Sign the petition. Sign Now ? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Care2.com, Inc. 3141 Stevens Creek Blvd. #40394 San Jose, CA 95117 https://www.care2.com From: Celeste S., Care2 Action Alerts Sent: Saturday, December 21, 2024 12:19 PM Subject: This lab didn't get permission before experimenting on animals. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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This is a fossil fuel-based product that never breaks down, and never biodegrades. It just accumulates more and more, remaining on our planet forever. That's why it's so important for governments around the world to come together and agree on an international treaty to reduce plastic pollution by limiting plastic production. And after years of negotiations, an international treaty is finally within reach. But resistance from a handful of countries threaten to derail efforts that could protect our planet for generations to come. Without decisive action, plastic production could triple by 2050, choking ecosystems, killing wildlife, and exacerbating climate change. Every year, over 300 million tons of plastic waste are produced globally, much of it ending up in oceans, landfills, and even inside wildlife's and humans' bodies. This treaty is our chance to reverse this catastrophic trend. For the first time, over 100 nations have united to demand ambitious measures, including a global cap on plastic production ? a critical step to reducing plastic at its source. But a small group of powerful nations, influenced by industry lobbyists, is working to weaken the treaty instead. We cannot let them win. We must demand a treaty that prioritizes the health of people and the planet over corporate profits. Sign this petition to urge international governments to finalize a strong, binding global treaty on plastic pollution and actually enforce it! Thank you, Celeste Care2 Petitions Team P.S. The planet cannot wait another decade. We have to make sure that international governments finalize and implement this treaty. Sign the petition. Sign Now -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Care2.com, Inc. 3141 Stevens Creek Blvd. #40394 San Jose, CA 95117 https://www.care2.com From: Celeste S., Care2 Action Alerts Sent: Sunday, December 22, 2024 12:19 PM Subject: Plastic production could triple by 2050 unless world leaders finalize this treaty -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From enwl at enw.net.ru Tue Dec 24 01:57:50 2024 From: enwl at enw.net.ru (enwl) Date: Tue, 24 Dec 2024 02:57:50 +0400 Subject: *[Enwl-eng] Three house cats just died from the bird flu Message-ID: <16FF2DF637BE45179D722D5270690468@evol.sp.ru> Let's not wait until it's too late. Three House Cats Just Died From Bird Flu. It's Time to Act. Sign Now New reports about the bird flu virus killing house cats means that our beloved pets are at risk. To make matters worse, this disease could potentially jump to humans, causing a widespread health crisis ? or even another pandemic. Governor of California Gavin Newsom just declared a state of emergency, and it's time the rest of the United States treat the bird flu like the threat it is. Sign the petition to demand the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) treat the bird flu virus with the urgency it demands! It seems that these innocent cats died from drinking raw milk linked to a farm with a bird flu outbreak. Recent studies have demonstrated that cats, like some other domestic animals, can act as "mixing vessels" for the flu virus, potentially allowing it to adapt and jump between species. Without stringent controls and proactive measures, we risk the virus mutating and leading to a health crisis comparable to or worse than previous pandemics. Sign the petition to urge the CDC to take the bird flu virus seriously! Thank you, Jess Care2 Petitions Team P.S. 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Sign Now The American people deserve a government that prioritizes their health, safety, and the environment ? not corporate profits. Yet, on December 5, 2024, over 100 trade groups handed Donald Trump's incoming administration a shocking 21-page "wishlist" of demands ? designed to gut critical protections for clean air, water, and public health. This is a blatant attempt to prioritize industrial greed over the well-being of millions. That includes by weakening limits on toxic PFAS "forever" chemicals, even though these protections could save thousands of lives and prevent cancer and asthma cases. It also includes delaying life-saving worker heat protections, putting vulnerable employees at risk during extreme weather. Additionally, lobbyists are hoping to undo pollution safeguards, risking air and water quality for millions of Americans. And unsurprisingly, they want Trump to roll back emissions standards, accelerating climate change and threatening public health. This is not just an attack on environmental safeguards ? it's an assault on democracy and accountability. We cannot let corporate greed dictate policies that affect our lives and the planet. But we've fought back before ? and won. During Trump's first administration, activists and legal advocates stopped nearly 90% of his prior attempts to dismantle environmental protections. Now, we must stand united again to stop these new attacks. Help us stand against this dangerous agenda! Sign this petition to demand the Trump administration reject the corporate lobbyists' wishlist, and instead prioritize the health, safety, and future of the American people. Thank you, Celeste Care2 Petitions Team P.S. Corporate giants are pushing Trump to essentially ignore the public good and let corporations have free reign to do whatever they want. Sign the petition. 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The 2024 Goldman Prize Winners The 2024 Goldman Prize winners were announced in April: Alok Shukla (India), Murrawah Maroochy Johnson (Australia), Sinegugu Zukulu and Nonhle Mbuthuma (South Africa), Marcel Gomes (Brazil), Teresa Vicente (Spain), and Andrea Vidaurre (United States). Discover their Stories Celebrating at the San Francisco Ceremony San Francisco City Hall glowed green as some 2,500 people gathered at the Opera House to celebrate the 2024 Goldman Environmental Prize winners. For a second year, the ceremony was hosted by Rue Mapp, founder of Outdoor Afro, an organization dedicated to celebrating Black connections and leadership in nature. Watch the Ceremony on YouTube Unveiling an Art Installation in Celebration of Earth Day In honor of Earth Day and the 35th anniversary of the Goldman Environmental Prize, the Goldman Prize presented GROW, a temporary public art installation in San Francisco. GROW, which commented on civilization?s destruction of wildlife, was designed by Bay Area artists and featured trees planted around the city from Friends of the Urban Forest. Learn about GROW Exploring the Bay Area with this Year?s Prize Winners During a busy week of networking in San Francisco, the Prize winners paused to take in the natural beauty of the Bay Area, visiting the Golden Gate Bridge, Muir Woods National Monument, and the San Francisco Botanical Garden. Explore the Bay Area Hosting the Washington, DC, Ceremony The Prize winners traveled to Washington, DC, to share their stories with an East Coast audience. The Washington ceremony was hosted by science educator and marine conservationist Danni Washington. While in Washington, Prize winners meet with nonprofits, foundations, and elected officials to share their stories and advance their goals. 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But their resilience is no match for the growing threats they face. Climate change disrupts their food supply and habitat, creating ice-locked pastures and shorter snow seasons. Rising temperatures force them to alter breeding patterns and struggle with reduced survival rates. Human activities also devastate reindeer populations. Fossil fuel exploration and extraction, logging, construction, and hunting destroy their habitats and communities. Despite these challenges, conservation efforts offer hope! In Finland, reindeer are bred in captivity and released into protected areas, while in the United States, they are safeguarded under the Endangered Species Act. Indigenous communities in Canada work alongside conservationists to restore populations. Sign the petition to urge governments in countries that reindeer call home ? particularly Russia, the U.S., Canada, Greenland, Norway, and Finland ? to strengthen policies that protect habitats, to restrict hunting, and to support Indigenous-led conservation programs. Thank you, Celeste Care2 Petitions Team P.S. Help us demand that governments do more to protect these incredible animals from extinction! Sign the petition. Sign Now ? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Care2.com, Inc. 3141 Stevens Creek Blvd. #40394 San Jose, CA 95117 https://www.care2.com From: Celeste S., Care2 Action Alerts Sent: Wednesday, December 25, 2024 12:17 PM Subject: Help us demand protection for declining reindeer populations -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From enwl at enw.net.ru Sat Dec 28 17:42:52 2024 From: enwl at enw.net.ru (ENWL) Date: Sat, 28 Dec 2024 18:42:52 +0400 Subject: *[Enwl-eng] Reflecting on 2024 Message-ID: <5D570E31D0CF4E6181984507B56FDC67@lewpostnew> Enjoy some of our best stories from the past year Dear Vladimir, As 2024 draws to a close, we?re setting aside time to reflect on some of the Journal stories that we?re most proud of. Below you will find a list of in-depth features and important reporting that resonated with our readers and inspired us. We?d love to hear about your favorite stories of the past year, too. Please share! As always, thanks for reading. May your holidays be restful and rejuvenating. We?ll see you in 2025! Zoe Loftus-Farren Managing Editor, Earth Island Journal Europe?s Wolf Wars Wolves were wiped out through most of Northern and Central Europe in the last century. But as Eurasian wolf populations rebound, so does conflict that pits conservationists against hunters and farmers. READ MORE Image by Tambako The Jaguar Decolonizing Africa?s Nature Documentaries Each year, dozens of wildlife films are produced in Africa, yet most are designed and funded from outside the continent. A growing group of African conservationists and storytellers is pioneering a new path using homegrown talent. READ MORE Image courtesy of Africa Refocused Charismatic Megafounders What happens to a conservation project when a charismatic leader steps away from the organization built on their ideas and passion? READ MORE Photo of Pilai Poonswad: Rohit Naniwadekar; Hornbill: Anette Mossbacher; art: Henri Rousseau. Our Crumbling Shores Nearly 40 percent of US residents live along the coasts. When we know that the seas are rising and water always wins, we will need creative approaches to redesigning the future of coastal living. READ MORE Photo of erosion at Half Moon Bay, CA, by Brian Calvert Collective Care Five California-based workers across different industries share how they navigate on-the-job risks from extreme heat and wildfire smoke. As the climate crisis amplifies these risks, they?re pushing for change. READ MORE Photo by Brooke Anderson Why we ask In June 2023, National Geographic laid off all of its staff writers. The historic magazine with its iconic yellow border is no longer sold on newsstands in the US. This is all in the name of cost-cutting, to deliver more profits into the pockets of the Walt Disney Corporation, which acquired the magazine in 2019. Some days it feels like a miracle that Earth Island Journal has managed to hold steady and cover the environment for four decades without pause. To be honest, asking for money isn?t fun. I?m a journalist, not a fundraiser. However, as a nonprofit newsroom, contributions from our readers are an important funding source for us. 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