The first country in the world write the 'rights of nature' or 'Pachamama' into its constitution is now being decimated by mining companies, argues JOHN SEED of The Rainforest Information Centre. The people of Ecuador, their government and the international community need to work together to preserve the country's unique ecosystems
… rich biodiversity is under threat from mining interests John Seed | 1st March 2018 Comment Ecuador Mining Biodiversity Rainforest Information … its constitution is now being decimated by mining companies, argues JOHN SEED of The …
'The rush to mine this pristine and unexplored environment risks creating terrible impacts that cannot be reversed.'
… Attenborough urges halt to deep sea mining plans Brendan Montague | 12th March … systems and its carbon storage function. “Mining the deep sea could create a devastating … to put in place a moratorium on all deep sea mining – a call I wholeheartedly support.” The …
Rio Tinto's QMM mine in Madagascar was meant to be an exemplar of 'corporate social responsibility' and environmental best practice. But the reality experienced by local communities is different, writes Yvonne Orengo, with uncompensated land seizures, food insecurity, deforestation and social deprivation. New concerns are emerging about the infringement of legal buffer zones and radiation exposure. Rio Tinto must be held responsible for its actions!
… Yvonne Orengo | 3rd April 2017 Activism Mining Biodiversity Madagascar Forests … for its actions! The fourth largest mining company in the world, Rio Tinto, claims … also been raised about the infringement of mining boundaries [ 2 ] and encroachment into …
The authority in charge of international talks on sea bed mining has published wide-ranging restrictions for campaigners and media, threatening to expel anyone who breaches them from the event.
… Deep sea mining talks - restrictions threat Catherine … Early | 18th July 2023 | News Deep Sea Mining Biodiversity Editor’s Picks … in charge of international talks on sea bed mining has published wide-ranging restrictions …
PATRICK CARR is a lifelong coal mine protester from the Pont Valley. As campaigners are evicted from the site by police he explains in his own words what inspired him to join the movement.
… this was never a site for heavy industry. The mining here was basic, with coal tubs pushed … by hand were left alone. Until now. Opencast mining was first proposed for this site in the … triggered by appeal after appeal from mining companies, it has fallen to local …
Ecuador's successful referendum should protect vital biodiversity in the Amazon rainforest.
… This was accompanied by a ban on gold mining in the Chocó Andino de Pichincha, a … passed with 59 per cent approval. The ban on mining in the Chocó Andino forest near Quito … coercion, suggesting that banning oil and mining would result in the loss of education, …
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The Karen Indigenous People in Myanmar founded the Salween Peace Park to protect their mega-diverse territory and their culture from extractivism and conflict.
… Peoples Asia Biodiversity Resilience Mining Salween Peace Park : Kesan The Karen … in Kawthoolei face derive from logging, mining, infrastructure projects including road … from private agribusiness, logging and mining concessions, which are predominantly …
While logging and deforestation has gained global attention the growing sand mining sector is being largely ignored. Fuelled by Singapore’s land and construction demands it is wreaking environmental destruction across south-east Asia
… for land Tom Levitt | 11th May 2010 News Mining Natural World Sand Biodiversity … has gained global attention the growing sand mining sector is being largely ignored. … are now worried that the rapid rise in sand mining activity in Cambodia could see the Koh …
Are Rights of Nature the answer to our ecological crises?
… decisions are upheld, this will put a stop to mining in the forest and safeguard hundreds of … However, while there is the potential for mining in the Andean cloud forest to be … was threatened by the Llurimagua copper mining project. This followed a decision of …
The Ukrainian environment minister told delegates at COP15 about the widespread damage to nature caused by Russia’s war.
Ukraine war is killing wildlife Catherine Early | 12th January 2023 | News Biodiversity COP15 Ukraine Russia Wildlife Dolphins dolphinbones_blacksea_.jpg The Ukrainian environment minister told …
As China pursues a startling array of energy, mining, logging, agricultural, transport and other infrastructure projects on virtually every continent, it is having an unprecedented impact on the planet, writes William Laurance. It's not that China is any worse than historic colonial powers - the difference is in the sheer scale and pace of environmental destruction, and the total lack of oversight under which Chinese mega-corporations operate.
… 11th April 2017 News China Africa Development Mining Transport Biodiversity Forests … As China pursues a startling array of energy, mining, logging, agricultural, transport and … are heavily involved in road-construction, mining, and logging projects, as I recently …
Northern Ireland shows just how much we need the EU's laws protecting nature, writes Andy Atkins - and for the Government to enforce them. The province's wonderful natural heritage is at risk from aggressive and often unlawful developments. And the EU nature laws are essential for us to fight off a host of threats - among them sand dredging, gold mining, road-building and over-fishing.
… June 2015 Activism Law Natural World Fishing Mining EU UK Ireland Biodiversity … of threats - among them sand dredging, gold mining, road-building and over-fishing. I've …
The global banks financing industries driving biodiversity collapse.
… than USD 2.6 trillion to the food, forestry, mining, fossil fuels, infrastructure, tourism … rainforest, industries like agribusiness, mining, and fossil fuels are trampling …
Jaitapur's French-built nuclear plant is a disaster in waiting, jeopardising biodiversity and local livelihoods, says activist Praful Bidwai
… 'uranium poisonings' haunts Obama's looming mining decision Despite disturbing claims … US must now decide between full scale uranium mining, partial mining or a twenty year moratorium. Leana …
Countries at the UN have agreed to start formal negotiations on a new 'legally binding instrument' to conserve the biological riches of the high seas that cover 45% of planet Earth, and ensure their sustainable use for the benefit of all mankind.
… 30th January 2015 News Oceans UK Law Fishing Mining Biodiversity Waste … the protection of the seabed from deep sea mining, ocean acidification from rising levels …
Lucas Ferrante uncovered the impacts of the proposed BR-319 highway in the Amazon rainforest: it could trigger biome collapse and biodiversity crisis.
… communities, and increase of illegal mining, logging, and organised crime. … to include activities such as gold mining and land grabbing in the region. Q: … the government is motivated to expand mining operations, industrial agriculture, and …
How activist Malgorzata Górska helped protect a Polish forest valley, and changed her government's attitude to conservation in the process
… to the protected site and the court was examining that. Then the Polish officials decided … highway NEWS Alaskan fishermen to fight mining giant at its own AGM A group of …
New study claims to be the most comprehensive global assessment to date of the threats posed to indigenous peoples’ lands by industrial development.
… commercial agriculture for crops and fuels, mining, and urbanisation are putting intense … Congo, India, Indonesia, Vietnam and Nepal. Mining for coal, metallic and non-metallic …
The white rhino is in deep trouble after a new surge of poaching. But the fact that it's there at all is largely thanks to one man: Ian Player, who saved the white rhino from near-certain extinction in the 1960's. Earlier this year Nicola Graydon met Dr Player at his home in South Africa, to record his last major interview.
… the spectacular St Lucia wetlands from a mining consortium - his name will always be …
'The preservation of the Amazon isn't just about protecting nature - it's about safeguarding our own health.'
… agricultural expansion, livestock farming, mining activities, biodiversity loss, … identification, creating new vaccines, and examining biological and social factors affecting … Amazon is mainly caused by livestock farming, mining activities and monoculture cultivation, …
President Jair Bolsonaro says he will strike balance between environment and 'much-needed economic development.
… Bolsonaro pledged to open up the Amazon to mining and agriculture and crack down on … in favour of implementing projects for mining, transportation, communication and …
A new UN report warns of a threefold increase in extraction of the Earth's primary materials between 1970 and 2010, writes Alex Kirby. The boom in the production of minerals, ores, fossil fuels, timber and biomass and will be to intensify climate change, increase air pollution and reduce biodiversity.
… in 40 years Alex Kirby | 26th July 2016 News Mining Forests Biodiversity Corporations … conflicts such as those seen in areas where mining competes with agriculture and urban …
Competition for land, water and energy are increasing, exacerbated by climate change and a growing population. But why does the Food and Agriculture Organisation now believe indigenous people could provide a solution? Peter Giovannini investigates
… and the International Monetary Fund are undermining food security and food sovereignty as a … the Indian government to prevent Vedanta from mining on tribal land, the Ecologist reports …