LMU’s Rachel Carson Center has received a 7-year grant from the Volkswagen Foundation, which for a project will further strengthen its research into the social and cultural dimensions of environmental change. The grant will be used to design a new Master’s study program that focuses on the interface between environmental and social sciences, and to develop innovative approaches to the teaching of this inherently interdisciplinary field. In addition, the award will provide funding for … [Read more...] about Volkswagen commits Long-Term Grant to strengthen Research into Social and Cultural Dimensions of Environmental Change
New US$300 Million commitment to end Worldwide Plastic Waste
A new US$300 million commitment to a new industry-focused initiative has been announced by the Minderoo Foundation to end worldwide plastic waste. The initiative, called ‘Sea The Future,’ is projected to raise in excess of US$20 billion annually for global recycling, collection and environmental remediation. Governments, NGOs and major companies, many of which were in attendance, have expressed support for the initiative. Founder and chairman of Minderoo Foundation, Andrew Forrest AO said, … [Read more...] about New US$300 Million commitment to end Worldwide Plastic Waste
Launch of Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign: PM Modi participates in Plastic Waste Segregation with Women’s Group
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has launched a massive countrywide awareness and mobilization campaign, 'Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS)' 2019, with special focus on ‘plastic waste awareness and management’ SHS is being organized from 11th September to October 2nd 2019 as the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) is poised to dedicate an ODF India to Mahatma Gandhi on his 150th birth anniversary. The launch of SHS was organized jointly by the central Departments of Animal Husbandry and Dairying and … [Read more...] about Launch of Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign: PM Modi participates in Plastic Waste Segregation with Women’s Group
Canada invests in 22 First Nations-led Projects to conserve Environment
The Government of Canada is investing $6.4 million in 22 First Nations-led projects through the Indigenous Guardians Pilot Program to protect clean air and clean water, fight climate change, and help protect a healthy environment for all. By working together, we are forming true nation-to-nation partnerships between First Nations and the Government of Canada. First Nations guardians help monitor the impacts of climate change, protect and restore healthy ecosystems and cultural resources, and … [Read more...] about Canada invests in 22 First Nations-led Projects to conserve Environment
NFWF awards $1.3 Million in Grants to Seven Conservation Projects
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) has awarded $1.3 million in grants to seven conservation projects that will restore, enhance and protect shortleaf pine and riparian forests and in-stream habitats in Alabama, Kentucky and Tennessee. The grants will generate $1.3 million in matching contributions for a total conservation impact of $2.6 million. The seven grants announced today will establish and enhance more than 9,700 acres of shortleaf pine and riparian forests within the … [Read more...] about NFWF awards $1.3 Million in Grants to Seven Conservation Projects
CSR initiative ‘Samarpan’ of Puranik Builders to focus on Social Issues
Puranik Builders through their self-sustainable CSR initiative ‘Samarpan’ will be focusing on social issues such as waste management and environmental sustainability. As the name suggests, the company intends to be productive in giving back to the society and protect the planet from the depletion of resources. They will be donating a ‘Poly-fuel’ machine to a Thane-based NGO called Samarth Bharat Vyaspeeth. This contrivance will convert non-degradable plastic wrappers to oil and has an … [Read more...] about CSR initiative ‘Samarpan’ of Puranik Builders to focus on Social Issues
Nine Governments join BreatheLife Campaign, commit to Action on Air Pollution
Nine new governments have joined its ranks for a campaign, making fresh commitments to demonstrate their dedication to bring air quality to safe levels by 2030 and collaborate on the clean air solutions that will help us get there faster. Bogota (Colombia), Lalitpur and Kathmandu (Nepal), Honduras, Bogor City (Indonesia), the Republic of Moldova, Monaco, Montevideo (Uruguay) and Mexico bring the number of cities, regions and countries in the BreatheLife Newtwork to 63, representing 271.4 … [Read more...] about Nine Governments join BreatheLife Campaign, commit to Action on Air Pollution
UN Environment and Saudi Arabia collaborate to strengthen Environmental Protection and safeguard Natural Resources
UN Environment and the Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia signed a strategic cooperation agreement to strengthen environmental protection and safeguard natural resources in the Kingdom. Through the US$25 million agreement financed by the Ministry, UN Environment will provide technical support to build institutional and human capacities to achieve the Kingdom’s National Environment Strategy and the National Transformation Programme. More … [Read more...] about UN Environment and Saudi Arabia collaborate to strengthen Environmental Protection and safeguard Natural Resources
£1.6m Million Funding to support Recovery Efforts of Families Displaced by Floods in Malawi
The UK Department for International Development (DFID) has provided an additional £1.6m million (USD 2.06 million) to UNICEF, the World Food Programme (WFP), Concern Worldwide and GOAL to support recovery efforts of families displaced by floods in the southern region of Malawi. This includes provision of cash transfers so that communities can withstand future shocks, nutrition support, seeds for the winter crop, prevention of post-harvest losses for smallholder farmers, rehabilitation of … [Read more...] about £1.6m Million Funding to support Recovery Efforts of Families Displaced by Floods in Malawi
Funding for 125 new Initiatives in Communities across Canada
The Government of Canada and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) announced funding for 125 new initiatives in communities across Canada through FCM’s Green Municipal Fund (GMF), Municipalities for Climate Innovation Program (MCIP) and Municipal Asset Management Program (MAMP). The Green Municipal FundTM (GMF) supports initiatives that advance innovative solutions to environmental challenges. These projects improve air, water and land quality, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and … [Read more...] about Funding for 125 new Initiatives in Communities across Canada
