Tag #Environmental Impact

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County Tyrone Gold Mine Inquiry Suspended Due to Regulatory Breaches

A public inquiry into a proposed gold mine in County Tyrone, Northern Ireland, was suspended due to the Department for Infrastructure's failure to properly notify Irish authorities of transboundary issues, causing significant delays and renewed controversy.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Orca Mother Carries Dead Calf, Underscoring Endangered Species Crisis

Tahlequah, a 25-year-old orca, is again carrying her dead newborn calf, observed since January 1st in Puget Sound, Washington, after its death, highlighting the critical status of the endangered Southern Resident orca population, numbering around 75 individuals.

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Life Below Water
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Pepe: A Hippo's Journey Through Post-Escobar Colombia

Nelson Carlo de Los Santos Arias' "Pepe," a docu-fiction film premiered at the Berlin Film Festival, uses the hippopotamus left behind by Pablo Escobar to explore Colombia's historical consciousness and the ecological and social impact of Escobar's legacy.

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Life on Land
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Massive Pulp Factory Sparks Environmental Protest in Galicia

Altri, a Portuguese company, plans a massive 360-hectare eucalyptus pulp factory in Palas de Rei, Galicia, producing 400,000 tons of pulp annually, half for Lyocell textile fiber, sparking intense local opposition due to environmental concerns and the project's questionable sustainability.

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Antarctic Tourism Boom Raises Environmental Concerns

Antarctic tourism surged to a record 122,000 visitors in 2024, up from 44,000 in 2017, raising environmental concerns due to soot darkening snow, CO2 emissions (5.44 tons per passenger), and the risk of introducing non-native species; some companies are implementing mitigation strategies.

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Life Below Water
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Nevada Lithium Mine Faces Investigation Over Groundwater Depletion Threatening Endangered Snail

Opponents of Nevada's Thacker Pass lithium mine, the nation's largest, are demanding a federal investigation into whether the project has caused a nearly 5-foot drop in groundwater levels since 2018, potentially threatening the extinction of a tiny, unique snail. Construction began in 2023, followin...

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400 Million Hindu Pilgrims Converge on India for Maha Kumbh Mela Amid Health, Environmental Concerns

India's Maha Kumbh Mela, a 45-day Hindu pilgrimage starting Monday, anticipates 400 million attendees in Prayagraj, raising health and environmental concerns despite extensive infrastructure and technological security measures costing an estimated $815 million.

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Good Health and Well-being
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County Tyrone Gold Mine Faces Public Inquiry

A public inquiry into Dalradian's controversial gold mine in County Tyrone's Sperrin Mountains begins next week, pitting promised economic benefits (1000 jobs, £5bn economic boost) against concerns about environmental damage and community division.

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Surge in Antarctic Tourism Raises Environmental Concerns

Antarctic tourism has boomed, rising from 44,000 visitors in 2017 to 122,000 in 2024, raising concerns about environmental damage from increased carbon emissions, snow darkening, and potential introduction of non-native species.

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Life Below Water
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Counterfeit Market: \$1.7 Trillion Industry Threatens Brand Authenticity

The \$1.7 trillion global counterfeit market, consuming 60-80% of fake goods in the U.S., erodes brand trust and impacts industries like sneakers, where high-quality replicas challenge established brands; AI authentication offers a solution but constant innovation is needed against evolving counterf...

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Spanish Online Fashion Growth Plateaus Amidst Environmental Concerns

Online clothing shopping in Spain increased from 8.8% of consumers in 2013 to 46.7% in 2022, but this growth has plateaued. The rise in online shopping has increased CO2 emissions, driven by inefficient deliveries, excessive packaging, and high return rates, but sustainable brands are often only ava...

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Responsible Consumption and Production
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Nevada Lithium Mine Faces Investigation Over Groundwater Drop, Snail's Survival

Opponents of Nevada's Thacker Pass lithium mine are demanding a federal investigation into a reported 5-foot groundwater drop since 2018, threatening the Kings River pyrg snail, found only at this site, amidst ongoing legal battles involving the mine and the tribes whose ancestors were massacred the...

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