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Policy News: December 20, 2021

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A draft of IPBES’ thematic assessment of invasive alien species and their control is open for review. It also directs the secretaries of the military departments to conduct an assessment of climate risks to infrastructure under their jurisdiction. International. Scientific Community. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) introduced a bill ( H.R.

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Global Perspectives on a Global Pact for the Environment

Law Columbia

We must recall that speaking of ecological disaster does not only refer to environmental aspects, since inputs for economic activities come from ecosystems. But whether “gaps” can be identified and assessed in a “technical and evidence-based” manner is questionable. The term “gap” has both a descriptive and normative meaning.

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ESA Policy News: September 13, 2021

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Puerto Rico governor declares ecological emergency in response to coral loss. Both Senators voted for a procedural motion to advance consideration of the bill, but they have expressed concerns about the total price tag. He will assess the latest research for U.S. International. Scientific Community. The New York Times.

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