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France Takes Bold Steps in Shaping a Modern Development Finance Strategy

October 1, 2023

**France’s Climate Finance Leadership and Empowering Local Development Banks** France’s President Emmanuel Macron, despite unveiling inadequate climate policies domestically, has been focusing on shaping the global conversation on achieving net zero emissions. France’s development bank and its minister of state for development are both actively working towards establishing French leadership in climate finance. They are …

Adorable Surprise! Family Returns Home to Discover Sweet Seal Pup Napping on Front Porch

October 1, 2023

Discovering a seal pup curled up on your doorstep is far more adorable than receiving an Amazon package. A heartwarming incident took place in Wellington, New Zealand, where a family returned home to find a fuzzy fur seal pup peacefully napping outside their front door. According to a Tuesday Facebook post by the country’s Department …

The Challenging Role of Smokejumpers in Forest Service: A Deep Dive into Orange County Register

September 30, 2023

Experience the incredible world of aviation at the Pacific Airshow in Huntington Beach this weekend! As you marvel at the aerial displays, take a moment to appreciate one of the most amazing jobs in the field of aviation in the West. Imagine the challenges faced by those who fight wildfires across the vast wilderness. Now, …

Biden’s Controversial Drilling Deal Sparks Dissatisfaction Among Critics

September 30, 2023

In a move that has caused dissatisfaction among both the oil industry and environmental advocates, the Biden administration has taken a moderate stance on offshore oil lease sales, with critics claiming that the president is reneging on his campaign promise. According to Politico, the Interior Department announced the fewest offshore oil lease sales ever under …

Unlocking the Power of Carbon Offsets: Revolutionizing Sustainable Forestry with a Green Light

September 30, 2023

Get the latest updates on Carbon offset by signing up for free. Subscribe to our myFT Daily Digest newsletter to receive daily news about Carbon offset. Land is an invaluable resource with multiple purposes such as food production, forestry, habitat preservation, carbon capture, and biofuel generation. However, the potential misuse of farmland for carbon-offsetting forests …

Biden Administration’s Ambitious Plan: Revolutionary Reduction in Offshore Drilling

September 30, 2023

The Biden administration unveiled its long-awaited drilling plan on Friday, which aims to significantly reduce the nation’s offshore oil and gas leasing program. Under the plan, a maximum of three lease sales will be offered over the next five years, making it the smallest number in the program’s history. The proposal aligns with President Joe …

Reviving Legendary Surf Breaks: San Clemente’s Endeavor to Preserve Sand at Trestles and T-Street – Orange County Register

September 29, 2023

Can the eroded beaches at the north and south ends of San Clemente, whose sand has greatly diminished over the years, be reconstructed to resemble the renowned waves at Lower Trestles or the popular T-Street surf break? Are jetties, like those constructed in West Newport in the 1960s to prevent severe erosion, a viable solution …

Potential Risk of UK Rural Land Turning into Corporate ‘Greenwashing’ Forests

September 29, 2023

Receive free UK agriculture updates We’ll send you a myFT Daily Digest email rounding up the latest UK agriculture news every morning. Agricultural land in England is under threat of being taken over by large corporations in the name of fighting climate change, according to the UK’s farming minister. Mark Spencer, in an interview with …

Exposing Ineffective Regulations: Government Admits Pointless Measures with $500K Price Tag

September 29, 2023

Exposing Ineffective Regulations: Government Admits Pointless Measures with 0K Price Tag

The nuclear energy startup Kairos is seeking approval to build a small test reactor at a government laboratory. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has reviewed Kairos’ application and conducted public hearings, finding the company’s environmental and safety reviews satisfactory. Surprisingly, there have been no opponents of nuclear energy challenging the regulators’ decision. However, there is …

Pangea, the Ancient Supercontinent, Poses Potential Threat to Humanity

September 29, 2023

By Amy Woodyatt | CNN A prediction by researchers suggests that the formation of a new “supercontinent” in approximately 250 million years could lead to the extinction of humans and other mammals currently existing. Using advanced supercomputer climate models, scientists from the University of Bristol in the United Kingdom have anticipated the intensification of climate …