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Food Insecurity Is a Bigger Problem Than Our Government Thinks

Union of Concerned Scientists

It turns out that we don’t actually know current food insecurity levels—at least not based on federal government sources. The federal government only reports food insecurity data once a year, but new research shows that if people are asked about food insecurity on a monthly basis, the rates go up by one-third.

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UN Strengthens Environmental Governance to Reduce Carbon Footprint

Environment + Energy Leader

The post UN Strengthens Environmental Governance to Reduce Carbon Footprint appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader. The UN is intensifying its efforts towards making its buildings and operations more environmentally and socially sustainable as it works to battle the effects of the triple planetary crisis.

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German Government Accelerates Smart Meter Rollout

Environment + Energy Leader

The post German Government Accelerates Smart Meter Rollout appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader. The Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action has set a 2030 deadline for the energy sector to deploy smart meters nationwide, with a view to have the digital infrastructure for a close-to zero-energy supply.

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Youth Climate Lawsuit Against Federal Government Headed for Trial

Yale E360

government, can finally go to trial. A federal judge has ruled that a high-profile climate lawsuit, brought by a group of Oregon youth against the U.S. Read more on E360 →

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Fresh, April 4, 2023: Canadian Government Pledges Increased Funding for Great Lakes

Circle of Blue

Following meetings between President Biden and Prime Minister Trudeau, Canada’s government pledges increased spending on the Great Lakes. Jurisdiction of the Kanienʼkehá꞉ka (Mohawk) territory of Akwesasne is shared three ways — a council elected by the Canadian government, a council elected by the U.S. Find all the work here.

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Plastic Taxes Incentivize Recycling and Boost Government Revenue

Environment + Energy Leader

The post Plastic Taxes Incentivize Recycling and Boost Government Revenue appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader. Yet there is reasonable hope that will change, as countries like the UK, Spain, and Ghana roll out widespread plastic tax legislation.

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Plastic Taxes Incentivize Recycling and Boost Government Revenue

Environment + Energy Leader

The post Plastic Taxes Incentivize Recycling and Boost Government Revenue appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader. Yet there is reasonable hope that will change, as countries like the UK, Spain, and Ghana roll out widespread plastic tax legislation.

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