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#Conservancy #WildAnimalsProtection #Matters Last month (November), I wrote a story on the effects of sewage disposal in rivers and on the environment, which is impacting the blue economy. The story was headlined "Chitungwiza effluent discharge:Double tragedy for humans and blue economy"https://lnkd.in/dim-Fqn8 Now, I have come across heartbreaking news stating that four rhinos died after drinking polluted water from Lake Chivero, which receives water from the Hunyani River, where the Chitungwiza municipal authority is disposing of sewage. https://lnkd.in/d-Marwcu These are the effects we are facing: we are losing our beautiful animals due to the irresponsibility of local authorities. We are losing many species due to the recklessness of our local authorities. Local authorities must be held accountable for all their operations, especially regarding sewage disposal. They should practice sustainable ways to deal with sewage. #LetsPracticeSunstainable ways of dealing with #sewage That's a tragic example of failing to prioritize conservation and environmental protection. When rhinos die after drinking water from polluted sources, it's a clear indication that our conservation efforts are falling short. #Then who is reversing the gains in conservancy that were made over the years, because many organisations are putting a lot of effort in conservancy?

While illegal deforestation persists in the Amazon, in the Cerrado, most deforestation occurs under authorisation from the state governments. The Brazilian Forest Code mandates preserving 80% of private forest in the Amazon, compared to only 20-35% in the Cerrado. "A significant distinction between deforestation in the Amazon and the Cerrado lies in the nature of land ownership. While a substantial portion of deforestation in the Amazon occurs on public lands, often linked to illegal invasions and land grabbing, in the Cerrado, it frequently occurs on private properties, adding a layer of complexity to regulation. The smaller area required for Legal Reserves in the Cerrado, coupled with greater flexibility on the part of state governments, contributes to the high deforestation rates." Beto Mesquita, SIM Associate, Environmental Advisory Board Secretariat. The Responsible Commodities Facility (RCF) recognises the simple necessity of collaborating with private landowners in the Cerrado to preserve the biome. Created to encourage the production and trade of responsible soy on already deforested and degraded lands, it forbids further agricultural expansion in areas of native vegetation. The RCF now operates as a financial framework incentivising farmers to join a growing group of deforestation-free suppliers, tackling deforestation in the Cerrado with immediate impacts. #cerrado #sdg15 #greenfinance #DCFsoy

The primary goal of an SHS is to ensure that timber harvesting is conducted in an environmentally sustainable, economically viable, and socially acceptable way. 🪵 There are many things to consider when developing a spatial harvest sequence other than the value of the timber to forest companies. Plans must incorporate the following into them: 🌲Public Engagement 🌲Indigenous Consultation 🌲Biodiversity and Wildlife Habitat 🌲Wildfire Risk Reduction 🌲Watershed and Drinking Water Values 🌲Provincial Legislation/Regulations Upper Hay Regional Forests Public Advisory Committee - PAC #FCC2024 #ForestCapitalOfCanada

🌳🇦🇹 Did you know the Austrian timber industry is fighting for sustainable and independent forest management? The Austrian Timber Industry Association recently signed an important charter in this regard but faces challenges from some EU policy initiatives. 🤔 A few questions you'll find answers to in the article: 👉 What does the timber industry request from the new European Parliament and the new European Commission? 👉 What problems has the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) caused and what solutions do experts propose? 👉 How important is the timber industry for Austria's economy? ➡️ Learn more about this initiative and its impact on the future of forests and wood used in the EU. 📖 Read the full article on https://lnkd.in/derK5ufn #forestmanagement #timberindustry #austriaforests #EUforestpolicies #woodsustainablematerial

$13 million is on its way to Maine to support private forest landowners adopt sustainable practices such as managing for invasives and enhancing carbon sequestration. https://lnkd.in/eriwarbZ

Published yesterday by Trellis Group (formerly GreenBiz), Dylan McCall-Landry of Environmental Defense Fund explains how combining jurisdictional forest conservation (#JREDD+) with the power of markets is the best route to reducing #TropicalDeforestation.   Dylan highlights the role of the #LEAFCoalition in catalyzing these markets, with leading companies having already committed up to $60 million in funding to Costa Rica and Ghana, and with new deals expected to be announced soon in #Brazil and Asia; and the urgent need for more companies to add to this critical investment for forest nations and their inhabitants.   https://lnkd.in/d_mPuR56 #ClimateAction #Deforestation #ForestConservation

Wetlands: Our Underappreciated Environmental Powerhouses The importance of wetlands, marshes, swamps, and bogs for ecosystem's health and environmental sustainability https://lnkd.in/d65K6QG6

🌍 Inspiring Insights at #ISWA2024 🌍 At the forefront of addressing methane emissions and advancing sustainable waste management solutions, today’s session brought together an incredible panel of experts at the ISWA 2024 Congress. These trailblazers are shaping the future of global environmental policies: 👩🔬 Klara Zimmerman - Physical Scientist, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 🌱 Mishelle Govender - Chief Directorate for Hazardous Waste Management and Licensing, Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment, Republic of South Africa 💼 Paula Garcia Holley - Latin America Policy Manager, Clean Air Task Force 🌿 Nimmi Damodaran - Independent Consultant The discussions centered on policy development for improving waste management and tackling the critical issue of methane emissions. Methane, a powerful greenhouse gas, contributes significantly to climate change, and the innovative approaches shared by these experts offer actionable steps towards sustainability and a circular economy. It’s a reminder that global collaboration and innovative policies are key to overcoming environmental challenges. 🚀 We at EnviroHub Trashform are proud to be part of this movement toward sustainable solutions. Let’s continue to drive change together! #Sustainability #WasteManagement #CircularEconomy #MethaneReduction #ClimateAction #EnviroHub

🎙 Crises drive #change A conversation with Scott Poynton, founder of the Forest Trust, now Earthworm Foundation, about #supplychains, environmental #regeneration and addressing environmental #crises and his journey from the #forests of rural Australia to his groundbreaking work with major corporations like Nestlé on no-#deforestation commitments. We explored Scott’s experiences in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, Tasmania, and how #reforestation projects reveal the intricate balance between economic growth and environmental conservation. https://lnkd.in/d7wcFxNw

⭐ Decontamination of Ayia Napa Harbour⭐ We announce a momentous achievement in our ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship and innovation. After extensive research and development, we proudly announce the successful implementation of our oil dispersant formula (AquaSoil 250) at Ayia Napa port. AquaSoil 250 has proven highly effective in treating polluted waters, offering a sustainable solution to mitigate the impact of oil spills in marine environments. #oildispersant #hydrocarbons #oildecomposition #marinelife ✔ Ayia Napa Harbour ➡ Purification of the harbour waters by reducing the TPH concentration of 33 mg/L to 0.17 mg/L in 4 weeks. ➡ Purification of harbor waters by reducing COD/BOD/FOG concentrations from 483 COD mg/L to 7 mg/L and from 80 BOD mg/L to 4 mg/L in 4 weeks.