Latest in Tag: environment Highlight
Latest in Tag: environment
Berlin environment blog: Garbage bottleneck
Once they have a certain amount of alcohol in their blood, it seems Berlin’s party people forget about their staunch environmentalism. How else can you explain this gallery of bottles?Come on guys, take your eyes off your smartphone displays for a minute and focus on the street you are currently walking on. Or have a …
Berlin environment blog: wings of desire
Berlin has a reputation as a green capital. In this blog, we see if that’s true and go in search of the good, the bad and the ugly of the city’s environment. So… Magpies? Good, bad, ugly? Or just plain evil?Several times a week, I cycle past the same spot. Sounds boring, I know, but …
Brexit: ‘Zombie legislation’ risk for UK environment laws
In less than two years – and after lengthy negotiations – the UK is expected to leave the European Union. Sam Lowe, of Friends of the Earth, told DW how these talks could put UK and EU environmental standards at risk.DW: What kind of effect will Brexit have on the environmental laws in the United …
Habi files lawsuit against Environment Ministry, 2 private cement factories
The centre has called several times for the publication of environmental impact assessment studies
What the Bayer-Monsanto merger means for food, farmers and the environment
Monsanto’s takeover by Bayer could create a GMO juggernaut too powerful for Europe to resist, while conveniently “disappearing” a tarnished brand, critics say. Concerns abound over concentration in the seed market.
G20 leaders meet in China to tackle economy, environment
The leaders of the world’s most important nations are in China this weekend for the annual G20 meeting. Among the hopes for this year’s summit: New China-US joint commitments to fight climate change could be on the menu.
Habi Center reiterates call to disclose environmental impact assessment studies
The studies are too technical for the public to understand, says EEAA manager
Lung cancer looms over Helwan residents amid increased factory pollution: Maat
The centre calls for factories to be transferred away from the residential block following a recent visit
Republican platform aims to dismantle US environment and climate laws
The final Republican platform, released Monday, would pull the United States out of the international climate accord, open national forests for logging and declare coal a “clean energy resource.”
Whale returns back to Marina, ministry uncertain about its future
19 of the worldās 78 whale species currently live in the Mediterranean Sea, says researcher
Organic farming – helping the environment, thanks to the community
Conventional agriculture in Europe is facing problems. But in Germany, an old solution is again coming to the fore: community-supported agriculture. It brings together producers and consumers, enabling organic farming.
Environment Minister heads to Morocco to attend COP22 preparation meetings
Fahmy is expected to give a speech on behalf of AMCEN leaders during his two-day visit
UN nominates new environment and climate chiefs
Both the UN Environment Programme and the UN Climate Change Convention are getting new leaders. UNEP will be led by a former environment minister of Norway and UNFCCC by Mexico’s current Ambassador to Germany.
‘Do you really need a new smart phone – or do you just want one?’
When consumers constantly upgrade to the latest smart phone, this carries a heavy environmental cost. Although recycling helps, the underlying problem is economic growth versus the environment. How can this be solved?
Egypt concludes sixth AMCEN special session, launches national strategy for green economy
Egypt aims for gradual transition into green purchases amid growing concern over coal expansion
Coal use no longer negotiable: Fahmy
Egypt releases third national communication report on climate change
Environmentalists to bring new, less hazardous energy mix solutions by 2030Ā Ā
CO2 emissions coming from coal use is upwards of 50m tonnes, says ECESR
Environment minister to cooperate with parliament to ratify amended environmental law
Amendments to allow coal to be imported, after it was prohibited previously
What a Trump win would mean for the environment
Trump has clinched yet another key victory and could become the next US president. But a President Trump could, with the stroke of a pen, undo reams of environmental law – and endanger the global climate agreement.
In Video: Electric waste can harm environment if not dealt with properly
Video by Ahmed Hendawy and Asmaa Gamal Editing by Omar Korashi
In response to lawsuit, Environment Minister says coal is being used within strict measures
Lawsuit was filed earlier by families of Wady El-Qamar against government officials for allowing coal use in a nearby cement factory
10 moments in 2015 that changed our environment
1. Itās all about money: A new climate movement stirs up the climate fight
Nine kids’ shows that inspired generations to fight for the environment
We can learn a lot from children’s TV shows, including about biodiversity and how to care for our planet. Here are nine cartoons and shows that inspired generations to fight for the environment.
Egyptian delegation to COP21 emphasises adaptation over mitigation in uncertain climate futureĀ
Egypt contributes 0.6% to worldās CO2 emissions; yet, is among most vulnerable to the effects of climate change
Lack of transparency, awareness curbs civil-society action
Environmental issues are often perceived as a luxury, says researcher
Helwan’s unhealthy air takes its toll
Respiratory problems abound in the heavily industrialised suburb
Life in the shadow of a cement factory
Mostafa Ghazal says both his home and his family’s health have been ruined
Soil: An undervalued resource
Ever more land is being covered by concrete, deforested, farmed, over-fertilised or polluted. On World Soil Day, it seems there is still much to be done to convince people soil is not just a load of dirt
Indpendent scientists warn over Monsanto pesticide
Two major agencies disagree over whether the world’s most-used pesticide, glyphosate, is safe. As the European Union debates the topic, nearly 100 scientists from around the world have urged it to heed safety warnings. It’s the most commonly used – and perhaps also most controversial – pesticide in the world: glyphosate. Opinion between the European …
5 best climate change articles for the layperson
Covering economy, society, science and industry, these essays represent some of the best ways to become an expert, quickly. It’s a rare feat to untangle the complexities of climate change and make them into something that is not just readable, but enjoyable. Plenty of writing about climate is overwrought, emotional, angry, preachy or just plain …