Category: Ecology
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New York Bans Sales of Pets Starting December 15
A new law designed to end the sale of animals in so-called “puppy mills” in the state of New York will take effect on December 15, prohibiting stores in the state from selling pets such as dogs, cats, or rabbits. Known as the Puppy Mill Pipeline Act, the legislation aims to put an end to…
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President Biden Marks Historic Climate Legacy with Trip to Brazil’s Amazon Rainforest
Since day one of the Biden-Harris Administration, the fight against climate change has been a defining cause of President Biden’s leadership and presidency. Over the past four years, the Administration has created a bold new playbook that has turned confronting the climate crisis into a massive economic opportunity – both at home and abroad. After leading the most significant…
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COP29: Brazil Commits to Reducing Emissions by 67% by 2035
Brazil has committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 67% by 2035, setting a more ambitious target than the previous 59% reduction. The new Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) of Brazil will be presented at the United Nations Climate Change Conference 2024 (COP29) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, which began on Monday,…
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What Are the Fastest Growing Professions in the United States?
Renewable energy production will drive much of the growth in American jobs over the next decade: According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), wind turbine service technicians, solar photovoltaic installers, and nurse practitioners are expected to have the highest growth rates by 2033. Wind energy is a growing component of renewable energy production in…
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Why Cooperation Between China and Brazil Has Global Importance
Chinese President Xi Jinping visited South America in November to participate in two important multilateral meetings – the APEC meeting and the G20 Summit. Interactions between China and Brazil have attracted significant attention from the international media. China and Brazil have signed several bilateral agreements in various fields, including agriculture, infrastructure, energy, and aerospace. They…
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Ecotourism in the state of Acre
If when hearing about tourism in Acre, you think: is there anything to do in Acre? Know that yes, the state of Acre has several tourist attractions, most of which are linked to ecotourism, especially due to the Amazon Rainforest that occupies part of the state. A curiosity about the state is that it once…
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Is the Northeast U.S. Entering an Era of Wildfires?
The Northeast of the United States will almost certainly never experience the scale of wildfires seen in Western states. But experts say the region should prepare for more periodic droughts, which will increase the risk of fires. New Jersey and southern New York, including New York City, are under drought alert, the last step before…
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Tax on the Super-Rich Approved in the G20 Leaders’ Declaration
Gathered in Rio de Janeiro, the heads of state and government of the G20, the main forum for international economic cooperation, endorsed a proposal for progressive taxation, which calls for the effective taxation of individuals considered super-rich. The proposal is included in the final communiqué of the summit, released on the afternoon of Monday (November…
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Tax on the Super-Rich Approved in the G20 Leaders’ Declaration
Gathered in Rio de Janeiro, the heads of state and government of the G20, the main forum for international economic cooperation, endorsed a proposal for progressive taxation, which advocates for the effective taxation of individuals considered super-rich. The proposal is included in the final communiqué of the summit, released on Monday afternoon (November 18), on…
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G20: Brazil Launches Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty with 82 Countries
The Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty, launched at the opening of the G20 summit on Monday (18) in Rio de Janeiro, already has the support of 82 countries. The proposal was conceived by Brazil with the aim of accelerating global efforts to eradicate hunger and poverty, central priorities of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).…