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Business Recorder
2 days ago
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Pollution-free Punjab: CM Maryam seeks public support
LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has made an appeal to the citizens for extending their complete cooperation in launching 'Plastic and Pollution-Free Punjab' campaign. On the direction of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, 'Zero Plastic, Zero Pollution' campaign has been launched under the auspices of government and private schools, offices and the Environment Protection Agency (EPA) across the province. The aim behind launching this campaign is to inform and impart awareness to the general public regarding usage of dangerous and life-threatening plastic for their lives. During the campaign, the youth and children in particular are to be imparted awareness with regard to plastic causing air pollution and other fatal diseases including cancer. The students will be encouraged to use cloth bags and paper products as alternatives to plastic. Environmental Protection Agency officers informed that plastic bags should not be used by and large including government and private offices. On the direction of the Chief Minister, tree plantation activities were also organized to celebrate the World Environment Day. She in her special message urged the youth to become an environment-friendly force. She highlighted that protecting the environment amounts to protecting life adding that it is a national obligation of all and sundry. She emphasized that Zero Plastic Campaign is not just a one-day event, but we need to make it a part of our daily routine. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
2 days ago
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Pollution-free Punjab: Maryam seeks public support
LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has made an appeal to the citizens for extending their complete cooperation in launching 'Plastic and Pollution-Free Punjab' campaign. On the direction of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, 'Zero Plastic, Zero Pollution' campaign has been launched under the auspices of government and private schools, offices and the Environment Protection Agency (EPA) across the province. The aim behind launching this campaign is to inform and impart awareness to the general public regarding usage of dangerous and life-threatening plastic for their lives. During the campaign, the youth and children in particular are to be imparted awareness with regard to plastic causing air pollution and other fatal diseases including cancer. The students will be encouraged to use cloth bags and paper products as alternatives to plastic. Environmental Protection Agency officers informed that plastic bags should not be used by and large including government and private offices. On the direction of the Chief Minister, tree plantation activities were also organized to celebrate the World Environment Day. She in her special message urged the youth to become an environment-friendly force. She highlighted that protecting the environment amounts to protecting life adding that it is a national obligation of all and sundry. She emphasized that Zero Plastic Campaign is not just a one-day event, but we need to make it a part of our daily routine. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
This Strong Two-Word Message from Arnold Schwarzenegger Might Just Save the Planet
Arnold Schwarzenegger has never been one to sit quietly while the world burns—literally or figuratively. And at this year's Austrian World Summit, the former California governor issued a tough-love rallying cry to frustrated environmental activists with a message as bold as it was simple: "Stop whining." That's the two-word challenge he says could turn the tide in the fight against climate change—not by waiting for leaders in Washington to act, but by taking matters into our own hands. 'Whining doesn't change anything. Whining doesn't build anything,' he said, responding to growing disillusionment from climate advocates. 'Sometimes problems need to be solved by the people.' Instead of directing fire at politicians, though he subtly referenced U.S. leaders who've rolled back environmental protections, Schwarzenegger urged individuals, local governments, and businesses to step up. He pointed to mayors transitioning fleets to electric vehicles, schools installing solar panels, and CEOs cutting corporate emissions. Real progress, he argued, doesn't need permission from the Oval Office. 'I know this sounds a little bit like a motivational speech... because it is,' he added with signature bluntness. Schwarzenegger drew on his own history for proof. As governor, he spearheaded emissions regulations that clashed with federal policy. When the Environment Protection Agency tried to block California's efforts in 2007, he didn't back down—he sued. And won. 'Did we whine like little girlie men?' he asked. 'No, we sued them. We took the fight from court to court to court.' Now, he says, it's time for that same energy. 'You don't need to be the president to be a hero,' he told the crowd. 'You just need to care and get off your butts and get to work.' Because sometimes, two words are all it takes to start a movement. Perhaps, in this case, these two could lead to saving the Strong Two-Word Message from Arnold Schwarzenegger Might Just Save the Planet first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 5, 2025
Agriland
4 days ago
- Business
- Agriland
Report: Risk to crop yields as Ireland projected to get warmer and wetter
A new report that reveals 'where, when and how' climates risks could likely impact on Ireland warns that it will get warmer and wetter, which in turn could reduce crop yields. The Environment Protection Agency (EPA) today (Wednesday, June 4) published Ireland's first National Climate Change Risk Assessment report, which identifies 115 risks from projected changes in climate conditions. These risks are likely to impact on energy, transport, communications, water security, public health, food production and supply, and ecosystems. According to the EPA, it identified a total of 43 significant risks for Ireland. Source: EPA (June 2025) Laura Burke, EPA director general said today:'We know that Ireland is being impacted by climate change already. 'This comprehensive assessment highlights the need for additional urgent action to ensure Ireland is sustainably resilient to the risks that we currently face, and will increasingly experience, in the coming decades. 'Recent events, such as Storms Darragh and Éowyn, demonstrated how damage to critical infrastructure such as energy, water supply, transport and communications networks in turn give rise to impacts on human health, biodiversity, and the financial system.' In the report, the EPA also stipulates that some 'significant risks' require urgent action within the next five years. These are: The risk of disruption and damage to communications and energy distribution infrastructure due to extreme wind; The risk of disruption and damage to buildings and transport infrastructure due to extreme wind, coastal erosion, and coastal flooding. Climate risk assessment report The report also details that by the end of this century 'extreme heat' is identified as a priority risk. According to the EPA, Ireland's climate is projected to get warmer with average temperatures increasing across all seasons and on an annual basis, while the number of heatwaves is also forecast to increase. The National Climate Risk Assessment report also identifies potential 'opportunities' as a result of climate change for certain economic sectors, including a longer season for outdoor activities which could boost tourism-related businesses. According to the EPA, there could also be a longer growing season and 'improved livestock nutrition and grazing because of higher average temperatures'.
7NEWS
17-05-2025
- Politics
- 7NEWS
Albanese government to put nature watchdog back on the agenda, confirms Murray Watt
Australia's new environment minister has wasted no time in setting his agenda. Just one week into his new role, Murray Watt is signalling a major overhaul of the country's s environmental laws. Riding the wave of the newly re-elected labor government's win, Watt said he would prioritise changing environment laws, and also potentially ditch the 'Nature Positive Plan' title in the government's Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act. 'Our environment laws aren't working for our environment, business or the community,' Watt posted to X on Saturday. 'They need an overhaul, and I've spent week one speaking to a range of interests about it.' Watt, formerly the Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations, replaced Tanya Plibersek last week, who served as environment minister for three years. Plibersek had been close to establishing an independent Environment Protection Agency in 2022. However, the plan was shelved by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in November, and again in February. During the recent election campaign, Albanese recommitted to introducing a federal nature watchdog — but indicated it may diverge from the core design of Plibersek's original proposal. 'This is a very high and immediate priority for the government,' Watt told The Guardian. 'It's why on day one on the job, I was on the phone to all of the key stakeholders talking about this. It's why I'm headed to WA next get those conversations started.' Watt also confirmed he is reconsidering the language used to frame the reforms, including whether to continue referring to the policy as the 'Nature Positive Plan.' 'I am considering the type of language we use to describe these reforms,' he said. 'I think the more we can explain these concepts in terms that Australians can understand and buy into, I think that does improve our chances of building public support for them.'
