Tag: Environmental Policy
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Court slams eThekwini over unlawful beach reopenings
Coastal health at stake: what the ruling says The KwaZulu-Natal High Court has delivered a scathing judgment against the eThekwini Municipality, accusing it of compromising public health by reopening beaches despite dangerously high E. coli levels. The ruling underscores that provincial authorities did not grant the necessary approvals before these reopenings, turning a local beach…
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Trump’s Energy Department Pushes to Keep Centralia Coal Plant Open, Igniting Statewide Outrage
Introduction: A Federal Intervention in Washington’s Energy Policy The U.S. Department of Energy’s emergency directive to keep TransAlta’s Centralia coal plant in Washington operating has ignited a political and legal firestorm across the state. In a move that many state officials say defies local and state energy policy, the federal order compels continued operation of…
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Trump’s Nuclear Push Sparks Debate: Timing, Costs, and Safety Concerns
Overview: A Bold Push for Nuclear Reactors When President Trump touted a rapid expansion of the United States’ nuclear reactor fleet, he signaled a bold, potentially transformative shift in national energy policy. The administration framed the move as a way to secure low-carbon power, create jobs, and strengthen energy independence. Yet the plan also drew…
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Total failure: SC slams ad-hoc Delhi air measures and orders closing 9 toll plazas
SC Criticizes Ad-hoc Measures in Delhi’s Air Crisis In a bold move aimed at turning rhetoric into real action, the Supreme Court (SC) of India challenged the Delhi government’s handling of the capital’s toxic air crisis. Describing recent measures as ad-hoc and insufficient, the court pushed for more practical, accountable steps that could meaningfully reduce…
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Thousands of Glaciers Could Vanish Annually by Mid-Century, Study Warns
New study forecasts rapid glacier loss by mid-century A sweeping new analysis projects that thousands of glaciers could melt away each year by mid-century if global warming continues unchecked. The findings underscore the urgency of cutting greenhouse gas emissions and accelerating climate adaptation efforts worldwide. While some glaciers will endure, the authors warn that a…
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Methane Leak at Seven Group Gas Well Off Victoria Raises Environmental Concerns
Overview of the Leak A methane leak has been reported at a gas well operated by Seven Group Holdings, a conglomerate led by billionaire Kerry Stokes. The offshore site, located in the waters off the southern coast of Victoria, Australia, has been leaking methane into the ocean for more than two years. Environmental advocates and…
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Ghana Launches First National Carbon Market Masterclass to Build Local Expertise
Ghana Takes a Milestone Step into Global Carbon Markets In a move aimed at strengthening its participation in the rapidly expanding global carbon trading space, Ghana has launched its first national masterclass on carbon markets. Spearheaded by the Ghana Carbon Market Office, the program is designed to cultivate local expertise, deepen understanding of market mechanics,…
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Ghana Launches First National Carbon Market Masterclass: Building Local Expertise for a Global Market
Ghana Embarks on a Formal Education Path for Carbon Markets Ghana has taken a significant step toward shaping its role in the global carbon trading landscape by launching the country’s first national masterclass on carbon markets. The program, organized by the Ghana Carbon Market Office within the environmental and public policy framework, aims to develop…
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Heathrow Wins Government Backing for Third Runway as Tycoon Plan Falls Short
Overview: Heathrow’s Triumph in a High-Stakes Aviation Debate In a landmark decision shaping the future of British air travel, Heathrow Airport has secured government backing for its ambitious £49 billion third runway. The approval marks a decisive turn against rival proposals advanced by a billionaire hotel tycoon advocating a shorter, more economical landing strip. The…
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Why Community Mining Is Not a Panacea for Illegal Mining
Introduction: The promise and the peril of community mining Community mining has often been pitched as a practical solution to illegal mining: bring operations under local oversight, provide livelihoods, and reduce environmental harm by formalizing activity. Yet experience across regions shows that while community-based approaches can empower local stakeholders, they rarely offer a complete fix…