The XPRIZE Rainforest competition acknowledged ETH Zurich-led team for its development and deployment of novel, autonomous technologies that enable near real-time insights about biodiversity.

PUTRAJAYA, Sept 22 (Bernama) — Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Datuk Seri Arthur Joseph Kurup has urged that all activities in the Tasik Bera Permanent Forest Reserve, a gazetted Ramsar Site, comply with the wise use principle, the key guide under the Ramsar Convention. He said unauthorised exploration, logging and farming must be tackled prudently and in line with existing laws to protect the ecosystem and wildlife habitats. “The Tasik Bera Conservation Forest Reserve was gazetted on Aug 30, 2007, under Section 7 of the National Forestry Act 1984 (Act 313). “It was recognised as a Ramsar Site in […]

The pet trade is a frequent pathway by which organisms become introduced and invasive in many ecosystems, resulting in ecological and economical damage. To prevent such damage, species with the potent...

Committee focuses on enhancing community participation for coastal resilience efforts.

California water board discusses new regulations for managing drought impacts on river flows.

Councilwoman Muggler proposed adding an item—requested by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation—to seek state action limiting industrial menhaden fishing in Virginia waters to protect the Bay's ecosystem; Reed recommended placing it under resiliency and environment.

Dozens of residents urged the Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners to oppose a proposed transfer of roughly 10,000 acres of Sandia foothills to Sandia Pueblo, saying the 2003 settlement protects public access, ecosystem values and local recruitment for health providers.

As Arctic sea ice melts, human activity is making the ocean louder, impacting marine wildlife that rely on sound. Philippe Blondel, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Physics at the University of…

The committee voted to ratify a DEP rule updating minimum flows and levels (MFLs) for the Lower Santa Fe and Ichetucknee rivers; supporters said the rule and the Water First regional reclaimed‑water project are the most viable recovery path, while springs advocates warned the plan relies on an unproven, costly "toilet‑to‑tap" project and urged stronger conservation and earlier actions.

Tequesta seeks to support funding and naming the islands after Andrew Red Harris.

Council members discuss qualifications and concerns for candidates including Simon Serrano and Ruth Holmes.

Titusville board recommends banning artificial turf to protect the environment and local ecosystems.

Minocqua addresses invasive species impact on lakes with new enforcement ordinance.

Board passes resolution to encourage partnership with Louisiana for Mississippi River management.

Harrison County proposes continued fox trapping to boost least tern productivity in 2025.

Public commenters and staff urged broader habitat protections — including expanded species lists, wildlife corridors and stronger tree protections — while staff outlined a planned gap analysis and a $500,000 Department of Commerce grant to build an ecosystem-tracking framework.

HB 1652 aims to eliminate pollution threatening the southern resident killer whales' food web.