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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Nation making great strides in ecological conservation

Jane Goodall talks with Guo Zhe, director of the China Science and Technology Museum about China's environmental protection spanning more than 20 years. During her visit to China this month, primatologist Jane Goodall marveled at the significant changes China has achieved in ecological conservation over the past two decades. Goodall mentioned that in China, the concept of ecological conservation has …

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1 month ago

Earth on edge: 1.5 billion hectares of land degraded globally

New Indian Express

CHENNAI: In a world increasingly threatened by the effects of human activity on natural systems, land degradation has emerged as one of the most pressing global challenges. A recent report by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, commissioned for the 16th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification, reveals the alarming extent of land …

Land Earth Land Degradation Degradation

1 month ago

Visionary practices transform Changting into fertile region

China Daily

Two decades ago, the hills of Changting in southern China were bare, eroded and emblematic of environmental degradation. Xi, then deputy secretary of the Communist Party of China Fujian Provincial Committee and acting governor, made a special visit to Changting, making comprehensive soil erosion control as one of 15 key livelihood improvement projects of Fujian. Ye Min, head of the …

Soil Erosion Changting

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sustainable travel key to global biodiversity conservation

China Daily

By YAN DONGJIE | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-11-19 15:40 Over 100 representatives from countries including China, Thailand and Vietnam are gathered in Beijing to discuss how the tourism industry can help protect biodiversity and explore the direction of sustainable travel development on Monday. "The protection and restoration of biodiversity are crucial in sustainable travel, contributing to maintaining ecosystem health and …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sustainable travel key to global biodiversity conservation

China Daily

By YAN DONGJIE | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-11-19 15:40 Over 100 representatives from countries including China, Thailand and Vietnam are gathered in Beijing to discuss how the tourism industry can help protect biodiversity and explore the direction of sustainable travel development on Monday. "The protection and restoration of biodiversity are crucial in sustainable travel, contributing to maintaining ecosystem health and …

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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Chinese-funded bamboo project helps counter Kenya's flood problems

China Daily

A worker inspects a bamboo forest in central Kenya. Mayobo is one of many smallholder farmers in western Kenya's flood-prone areas set to benefit from a bamboo agroforestry initiative funded by the Chinese Academy of Sciences through its Sino-Africa Joint Research Center. Dubbed "Ecosystem Restoration for Enhancing Livelihoods and Addressing Climate Change: China-Kenya Cooperation on Bamboo Technology Transfer", the project …

Bamboo Flood Kenya Project Chinese River Farm

1 month, 4 weeks ago

Chinese-funded bamboo project helps counter Kenya's flood problems

China Daily

A worker inspects a bamboo forest in central Kenya. Mayobo is one of many smallholder farmers in western Kenya's flood-prone areas set to benefit from a bamboo agroforestry initiative funded by the Chinese Academy of Sciences through its Sino-Africa Joint Research Center. Dubbed "Ecosystem Restoration for Enhancing Livelihoods and Addressing Climate Change: China-Kenya Cooperation on Bamboo Technology Transfer", the project …

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China releases landmark bulletin on 75 years of ecological conservation efforts

China Daily

People jog on a running trail at a park in the eco-city in Tianjin's Binhai New Area. The Ministry of Natural Resources released the 2024 China National Ecological Protection and Restoration Bulletin on Wednesday in Xiamen, Fujian province, outlining 75 years of ecological conservation efforts since the founding of the People's Republic of China. The report, spanning more than 47,000 …

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China releases landmark bulletin on 75 years of ecological conservation efforts

China Daily

People jog on a running trail at a park in the eco-city in Tianjin's Binhai New Area. The Ministry of Natural Resources released the 2024 China National Ecological Protection and Restoration Bulletin on Wednesday in Xiamen, Fujian province, outlining 75 years of ecological conservation efforts since the founding of the People's Republic of China. The report, spanning more than 47,000 …

China Ecological Ecological Conservation

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Protecting Nature: A Collective Effort for a Sustainable Khammam

Deccan Chronicle

Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma emphasizes the shared responsibility to protect the environment and nature. He highlights the importance of considering nature as God and protecting it. He suggests that the district authorities plant medicinal trees on school premises and organize educational tours for students to enhance their knowledge. The Governor also emphasizes the potential of tourism in the Khammam …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Journey to a greener future

China Daily

LI MIN/CHINA DAILY Global significance Hu Kanping, a researcher at the Chinese Ecological Civilization Research and Promotion Association, described the shift Oqubay depicted in China's development as a process of learning from the outside world toward self-exploration in solving environmental issues. The environmental challenges China strives to address, once prevalent in Western countries, have gradually emerged in developing nations as …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

China outlines key tasks for ecological conservation

China Daily

An aerial drone photo shows a view of Dajinhu scenic area of Taining county, Sanming city, East China's Fujian province, Aug 10, 2024. FUZHOU - China's National Development and Reform Commission, the country's top economic planner, on Thursday specified key tasks it will undertake to conserve the ecological environment. The NDRC will act to advance reform in ecological conservation and …

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5 months ago

China's development aligns rapid growth with ecological protection, says expert

China Daily

Tourists visit Yuncheng Salt Lake in the city of Yuncheng, North China's Shanxi province, June 10, 2024. ISTANBUL -- China exemplifies how a rapidly developing nation can drive economic growth while simultaneously championing ecological protection, an expert has said. Selcuk Colakoglu, director of the Ankara-based Turkish Center for Asia-Pacific Studies, highlighted that China's achievements effectively demonstrate the possibility of balancing …

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5 months, 3 weeks ago

Sri Lankan officials explore ecological tourism in Huangshan

China Daily

On July 14, a four-day training program on ecological tourism development and management commenced in Huangshan with the participation of 23 officials from Sri Lanka's tourism and environmental sectors. This initiative underscores the strong historical ties between China and Sri Lanka, which date back to the Ming Dynasty when Zheng He’s maritime expeditions enhanced trade and cultural exchange. During their …

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6 months, 1 week ago

Combating environmental pollution: UP to set up bioplastic park at a cost of ₹2,000 crore

Hindustan Times

Aiming to combat environmental pollution, the UP government is set to establish a bioplastic park at an investment of ₹2,000 crore. Using bioplastic not only promotes environmental sustainability but can also be used in various industries such as packaging, ready-made garments, electronics, and other industrial products. The bioplastic park will be constructed by Balrampur Sugar Mill Firm, creating a large …

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7 months ago

Preserving nature essential for human survival: APPCB member secretary B Sridhar

New Indian Express

VIJAYAWADA: Preserving nature is essential for human survival, said Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board member secretary B Sridhar. Speaking at a programme held to mark World Environment Day at NAC Kalyana Mandapam in Vijayawada on Wednesday, he called for the protection of nature, setting an example for future generations. He further urged the gathering to take a pledge to prevent …

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7 months ago

Change in lifestyle can complement environment conservation, says Principal District Judge

The Hindu

Principal District and Sessions Judge of Udupi district Kiran Siddappa Gangannavar on Tuesday said that everyone should join hands to reduce environment pollution by changing one’s lifestyle to complement conservation. Mr. Gangannavar, who is also the chairman of the District Legal Services Authority, said environment and biodiversity play their own role in the existence of human life. Stating that children …

Environment Pollution Udupi District Environment Pollution

9 months, 2 weeks ago

Legislators call for high-tech curbs on pollution

China Daily

Workers clean water lettuce from a section of the Yihe River in Yinan, Shandong province, in October. "In recent years, the ecology of the Yellow River has kept improving," he said, referring to the better water quality and decreased exposure to industrial waste. The Yellow River flows across several agricultural heartlands such as Shaanxi province, and the Ningxia Hui and …

China Water Wang River Yangtze

9 months, 3 weeks ago

Climate change an alarming health threat

China Daily

The file photo shows a wind power plant in Zhangjiakou, North China's Hebei province. Then there are the medium- and longer-term sequelae: More heatwaves contribute to more cardiovascular disease; air pollution drives lung cancer, asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; Chemicals such as lead cause intellectual disability, cardiovascular and kidney disease; Certain pesticides are associated with higher rates of suicide …

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9 months, 3 weeks ago

Climate change an alarming health threat

China Daily

The file photo shows a wind power plant in Zhangjiakou, North China's Hebei province. Then there are the medium- and longer-term sequelae: More heatwaves contribute to more cardiovascular disease; air pollution drives lung cancer, asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; Chemicals such as lead cause intellectual disability, cardiovascular and kidney disease; Certain pesticides are associated with higher rates of suicide …

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10 months ago

Guilin delegation shares ecological achievements at UNEA-6

China Daily

From Feb 26 to March 1, Chen Liang, Party chief and director of the Department of Ecology and Environment of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, led a delegation to visit the United Nations Environment Programme. During the meeting, Chen shared the practical experience of ecological environment, biodiversity protection, and green sustainable development in the water ecology of the Lijiang River …

Environment Chen River Guilin Lijiang Unea

10 months ago

Guilin delegation shares ecological achievements at UNEA-6

China Daily

From Feb 26 to March 1, Chen Liang, Party chief and director of the Department of Ecology and Environment of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, led a delegation to visit the United Nations Environment Programme. During the meeting, Chen shared the practical experience of ecological environment, biodiversity protection, and green sustainable development in the water ecology of the Lijiang River …

Environment Chen River Guilin Lijiang Unea

10 months ago

Guilin delegation shares ecological achievements at UNEA-6

China Daily

From Feb 26 to March 1, Chen Liang, Party chief and director of the Department of Ecology and Environment of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, led a delegation to visit the United Nations Environment Programme. During the meeting, Chen shared the practical experience of ecological environment, biodiversity protection, and green sustainable development in the water ecology of the Lijiang River …

Environment Chen River Guilin Lijiang Shares Ecological Unea

10 months, 3 weeks ago

Groundbreaking ceremony likely to give a push to eco, wellness tourism in U.P.

Hindustan Times

Lucknow Tourism in Uttar Pradesh is poised for a significant leap during the groundbreaking ceremony on February 19, as investments are set to give impetus to eco, health, and wellness tourism. The groundbreaking ceremony will mark the commencement of several noteworthy projects, laying the foundation for a flourishing industry that integrates traditional practices with modern hospitality. Now the shift towards …

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1 year ago

The rise of the eco-conscious sabbatical

The Independent

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Whether it’s monitoring wolf populations in Portugal or tracking migration patterns of birds across the Okavango Delta, engaging in citizen …

Travel Care Natural Sabbatical

1 year ago

Youth pedals to spread word on environmental protection

Deccan Chronicle

Nizamabad: To create awareness among people on the protection of the environment, a youngster from Uttar Pradesh has taken up the pan-India cycle yatra. He began his marathon for a cause from Kanya Kumari on October 6, 2022, and so far pedalled for 26,000 kilometres by covering Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab, …

Robin Singh

1 year, 1 month ago

Tourism can be expanded without endangering biodiversity: Meghalaya CM

The Hindu

Meghalaya is developing a tourism model that does not pit the economy against ecology, according to Chief Minister Conrad Sangma. One lakh jobs A multi-pronged approach — including the development of better hospitality infrastructure, road connectivity, and unique experiences, with a focus on culture — is on the cards for Meghalaya, the Chief Minister said. “We are investing between ₹2,000 …

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1 year, 7 months ago

Asia-Pacific’s climate change challenge: Can it become cleaner and greener?

Hindustan Times

The Asia Pacific region is experiencing a temperature rise that is causing significant environmental and social impacts. Efforts to combat climate change in the Asia Pacific region include substantial investments in renewable energy infrastructure like solar and wind farms. Despite the current efforts to mitigate climate change and domestic pollution in the Asia Pacific region, additional actions are necessary to …

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1 year, 7 months ago

Officials pledge to promote idea of ecological civilization

China Daily

Officials attending the national event for World Environment Day on June 5 pledged to promote the concept of ecological civilization to advance modernization characterized by the harmonious coexistence between humans and nature. Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China in 2012, China has seen the quality of the ecological environment significantly improve, and the influence of …

China Development Party Shandong

1 year, 7 months ago

Call to protect environment by imposing curbs on use of plastic

Deccan Chronicle

Vijayawada: Energy and environment minister Peddireddy Ramachandra Reddy has called for protection of the environment through curbs on use of plastic. The minister was taking part in a programme marking World Environment Day under the aegis of the AP Pollution Control Board here on Monday. With regard to solar power generation, we got investments worth RS 9 lakh crore for …

Environment Plastic State Ap Imposing Curbs

1 year, 7 months ago

Continued awareness programmes on environment protection resulted in forest cover increase by 1.5%: Principal District Judge

The Hindu

Principal District and Sessions Judge Shanthaveera Shivappa on Monday, June 5, claimed the forest cover was increasing by 1.5% every year because of continued environment awareness programmes in the State and urged people to plant more local varieties and fruit-yielding saplings. He was speaking after inaugurating the World Environment Day celebrations jointly organised by the Udupi District Administration, Karnataka State …

Environment Environment Protection State Protection District

1 year, 7 months ago

Qingdao portrays harmonious picture between humans and nature

China Daily

Qingdao in Shandong province Qingdao in East China's Shandong province has been making progress in its efforts to become a key ecological city in the nation that adopts a people-centered development ideology to build a modern society where humans and nature coexist harmoniously. In 2022, the city's concentrations of PM2.5, PM10, nitrogen dioxide and carbon monoxide were at their lowest …

Environment China Water Quality Qingdao

1 year, 7 months ago

World Environment Day 2023: Sustainable travel tips and destinations for eco-conscious travellers

Hindustan Times

World Environment Day 2023: Sustainable travel tips and destinations for eco-conscious travellers Celebrate World Environment Day by exploring sustainable travel options! Discover eco-conscious travel tips that promote environmental preservation.. 1 / 11 View Photos in a new improved layout As people become more aware of the environmental impact of their trips, they’re looking for ways to support and give back …

Environment Travel India Local Photos Sustainable View

1 year, 7 months ago

World Environment Day: Arati Kumar-Rao wants you to listen to the land

Live Mint

There is an interesting anecdote from Arati Kumar-Rao’s new book, Marginlands: Indian Landscapes On The Brink, which best describes the beauty of India’s vast natural landscapes and the urgency to rescue them from the precipice of destruction. The people of the Thar get only forty cloudy days in a year, and yet they have as many names for clouds.” Many …

Environment India Storytelling Land Way Ladakh Book

1 year, 8 months ago

Eco-protection boosted by open waste disposal units

China Daily

Residents can see how household trash is used to generate electricity as the nation works to perfect a greener style of living. WANG ZIRUI/FOR CHINA DAILY The "Opening Environmental Protection Facilities to the Public" mechanism was launched in May 2017, when the Ministry of Ecology and Environment and the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development issued a guideline that ordered …

China Environmental Protection Environmental Protection Power Garbage Facilities

1 year, 8 months ago

Eco-protection boosted by open waste disposal units

China Daily

Residents can see how household trash is used to generate electricity as the nation works to perfect a greener style of living. WANG ZIRUI/FOR CHINA DAILY The "Opening Environmental Protection Facilities to the Public" mechanism was launched in May 2017, when the Ministry of Ecology and Environment and the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development issued a guideline that ordered …

China Environmental Protection Environmental Protection Power Garbage Facilities

1 year, 11 months ago

Sustainable travelling: How to make eco-friendly choices while on the go

Hindustan Times

Embarking on a journey of discovery, where the world unveils its beauty, culture, and diversity, is an experience of a lifetime. Look for hotels, resorts, and homestays that have implemented eco-friendly practices such as recycling, solar power, and water conservation. Sustainable travelling is the art of exploring the world in a way that is mindful of the environment and the …

Local Local Communities

2 years ago

From rainforest walks to island retreats and rooftop gardens, how Singapore nurtures people and planet

The Independent

Care for the planet, care for the soul, care for the body: Singapore has a long tradition of soothing all three. One of my rural highlights is walking the Southern Ridges: a 10-kilometre-long green ribbon connecting a series of parks with splendid creations such as the stunning Henderson Waves, Singapore’s highest pedestrian bridge. The Henderson Waves, once a rail line, …

Singapore Green Island Sustainable Sentosa

2 years, 1 month ago

Natural process

China Daily

Crystal clear reflections give lakes in Jiuzhaigou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1992, a dreamlike appearance. The unusual landscape of Jiuzhaigou is formed by massive tufa deposits, and the administration filled in the crack with tufa, successfully restoring the scenery of Nuorilang. As it would take long for nature to restore vegetation, the administration implemented a project to beautify …

Jiuzhaigou Retaining Walls

2 years, 2 months ago

China focuses on its environmental protection

China Daily

Aerial photo shows the scenery at Mt Nyanpo Yutse in Tibetan autonomous prefecture of Golog of Northwest China's Qinghai province. China will continue adopting the most rigorous system and the harshest rule of law to protect the environment and improve climate change adaptation capacity, said Zhai Qing, vice-minister of the Ministry of Ecology and Environment. These systems include environment inspection …

Environment Climate Change China Change Climate Environmental Protection System

2 years, 3 months ago

Sustainable Tourism: Follow These Simple Tips to be a Responsible Traveller

News 18

Sustainable tourism helps all the stakeholders including, those who depend on tourism and hospitality industry, the visitors and the local communities. Sustainable tourism helps all the stakeholders including, those who depend on the tourism and hospitality industry, the visitors and the local communities. To preserve tourism over the long term without endangering the natural and cultural ecosystems, one must follow …

Environment Travel Sustainable Tourism Local

2 years, 3 months ago

Changing travel habits: Top 10 sustainable trends to improve tourism

The Independent

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The 2-in-1 holiday Simply choosing responsible experiences drives up demand for them, and the industry responds accordingly We can’t ‘offset’ …

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2 years, 3 months ago

Loss and damage will be major topic at upcoming COP27, says Bhupender Yadav

The Hindu

"Loss and damage" due to climate change will be a major topic for discussion at the 27th Conference of Parties to the UNFCCC in Egypt in November, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav said on Tuesday. "Loss and damage will be a major topic for discussion at COP27 at Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt in November this year," he said. According …

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2 years, 5 months ago

A natural approach

China Daily

A 12,000-square-meter area of land on Shanghai's Chongming Island has been transformed dramatically by Xiong Feng into a farm with a rice field, a lotus pond, pavilions, boathouses, docks and secluded corners where visitors can spend their leisure time close to nature. While many people have been cranking up their air conditioners to deal with the ongoing heat wave in …

Air Shanghai Farm Chongming Island Visitors Xiong

2 years, 5 months ago

A natural approach

China Daily

A 12,000-square-meter area of land on Shanghai's Chongming Island has been transformed dramatically by Xiong Feng into a farm with a rice field, a lotus pond, pavilions, boathouses, docks and secluded corners where visitors can spend their leisure time close to nature. While many people have been cranking up their air conditioners to deal with the ongoing heat wave in …

Air Shanghai Farm Chongming Island Visitors Xiong

2 years, 5 months ago

A natural approach

China Daily

A 12,000-square-meter area of land on Shanghai's Chongming Island has been transformed dramatically by Xiong Feng into a farm with a rice field, a lotus pond, pavilions, boathouses, docks and secluded corners where visitors can spend their leisure time close to nature. While many people have been cranking up their air conditioners to deal with the ongoing heat wave in …

Air Shanghai Farm Xiong Chongming Island

2 years, 7 months ago

World Environment Day 2022: Lifestyle tips to contribute to sustainability in small swaps

Hindustan Times

Sustainable living isn’t just a mere practice, it should rather be a way of living now while the pattern of coexisting in the ecosystem and not harming it is the first responsibility we have as humans. In all spheres of your life, sustainability can be a common thread that can motivate you to constantly improve your way of living.” Since …

Environment Sustainability Future Life Way Small Plastic

2 years, 9 months ago

Healthy changes

China Daily

Shanggantang village in Yongzhou, Hunan province, draws visitors with its ancient buildings nestled among the hills. JIANG KEQING/FOR CHINA DAILY As tourism continues to fuel China's rural revitalization drive, fun-packed getaways and the wellness travel sector are booming, Yang Feiyue reports. More than 100,000 travelers annually flock to Bama Yao autonomous county in the Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region to enjoy …

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