The Official Bulletin of the City (BOCCE) has published a series of measures for the prevention of forest fires, including a significant prohibition on making fires in the city’s forests. The Technical Services of OBIMASA have issued a report recommending the adoption of specific fire use restrictions aimed at preventing forest fires during the period […]
In a move celebrated as a victory by leaders of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai last December, agreements were reached to “transition away” from fossil fuels. However, as countries navigate defining what constitutes a transition, the issue of so-called unabated fossil fuel use remains contentious. The agreement notably emphasized “accelerating efforts […]
A recent report by MPs highlights the alarming and unsustainable impact of UK consumption on global deforestation. The findings reveal that commodities like soya, cocoa, palm oil, beef, and leather, often consumed in the UK, are major contributors to deforestation worldwide. The environmental audit committee’s analysis indicates that the UK’s deforestation footprint per tonne of […]
A recent report has shed light on the concerning persistence of seemingly eco-friendly utensils labeled as “compostable” and “biodegradable.” The study, conducted by the 5 Gyres Institute, investigated the breakdown of 22 items, including forks, pens, bottles, and bags, across various environments over a 64-week period. Initiated in 2021, the study placed these items in […]
U.S. Ambassador to Japan, Rahm Emanuel, has announced his upcoming visit to Fukushima Prefecture, scheduled for next Thursday. The purpose of the visit is to demonstrate support for Tokyo’s decision to release treated radioactive water from the damaged Fukushima nuclear plant into the sea. This decision has sparked significant opposition from China. Emanuel’s itinerary includes […]
The association for the defense of the oceans denounces “a shame” for France and deplores the lack of “concrete measures” from the State. Dolphins “mutilated and disemboweled”, discovered on the beaches of the Atlantic coast. This is what pushed the NGO Sea Shepherd France to decide to “file a complaint against X”, she announced Monday, […]