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Jack and Laura Dangermond Honored with Conservation Visionary Award

GISuser — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 14:12:23 +0000

Esri Founders Recognized by International Land Conservation Network for Environmental Efforts REDLANDS, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–In December 2022, the US joined an international coalition committed to preserving 30 percent of the planet’s lands and oceans by 2030, an initiative known as 30 by 30. An inherently geographic issue, one major tool already in use to achieve this goal […]

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Breezeline Takes Steps to Protect the Environment While Supporting Digital Inclusion Initiatives

GISuser — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 16:15:05 +0000

Annual ESG and Sustainability Report details progress made by Breezeline and its parent company on key environmental, social and governance initiatives Quincy, Mass., April 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cogeco Communications Inc., the parent company of Breezeline, the eighth-largest cable operator in the U.S., has published its annual ESG and Sustainability Report detailing the progress the […]

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Esri Partners with Federal Government and State of California to Tackle Climate Change, Improve Resilience

GISuser — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 17:13:09 +0000

Map-Based Dashboards Help Communities Assess Exposure to Climate Hazards and Conservation Opportunities REDLANDS, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Esri, the global leader in GIS and location intelligence, has partnered with agencies in the federal government and the state of California to build comprehensive and interactive climate data portals and targeted applications to better respond to climate hazards and conservation […]

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How Business can be Eco Friendly

GISuser — Mon, 10 Jan 2022 18:57:52 +0000

Being environmentally conscious is increasingly vital for all kinds of different businesses. Your eco-friendly choices can make you look good to customers and employees and can also save you money. Not to mention, eco-friendly decisions are a responsible way to do business. It can seem overwhelming to make your entire business environmentally conscious. However, you […]

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Sparkgeo partners on a 2.0 solution to track and monitor the effects of climate change

GISuser — Sat, 06 Nov 2021 15:29:43 +0000

MERMAID: new advancements in monitoring coral reef health — There’s a common misperception that nature got a break from humans during the pandemic. In fact, it has been quite the opposite. Coral reefs continue to suffer dramatically due to climate change; specifically coral bleaching, spiked by extreme ocean heat waves, ocean acidification and the rise […]

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Going green matters and technology can help in this regard

GISuser — Thu, 12 Aug 2021 17:19:10 +0000

Climate change is a reality that we can’t ignore and whose negative effects we experience every day. We all bear the responsibility for this phenomenon, so we all have to take measures towards reducing the negative effects of human activity on the environment and creating a healthier future for our planet. Business and organizations are […]

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Climate change widespread, rapid, and intensifying – IPCC

GISuser — Tue, 10 Aug 2021 05:10:11 +0000

GENEVA, Aug 9 – Scientists are observing changes in the Earth’s climate in every region and across the whole climate system, according to the latest Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Report, released today. Many of the changes observed in the climate are unprecedented in thousands, if not hundreds of thousands of years, and some […]

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Esri Releases Book That Is a Call to Action for Conservation

Editor — Tue, 06 Jul 2021 17:36:39 +0000

A Guide for Modern Strategies to Achieve Environmental Equity and Sustainability REDLANDS, Calif.—Esri, the global leader in location intelligence, today announced the publication of Protecting the Places We Love: Conservation Strategies for Entrusted Lands and Parks. “Protecting the Places We Love provides a brilliant road map forward for anyone who is curious about a world where […]

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Oil Spill Response Planning: How Do Organizations And Authorities Prepare Themselves To Deal With Oil Spills?

Editor — Tue, 04 May 2021 14:05:56 +0000

Oil spills are dangerous. Even a minor oil spill accident can harm every component of our vast ecosystem, including the marine ecosystem, wildlife, plants, human health, and the environment. Although measures are taken immediately, it takes years for things to return to normal. But who is responsible for these potentially life-threatening accidents? The blame for […]

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Top Tips for Reducing Your Carbon Footprint as a Business

Editor — Tue, 16 Feb 2021 15:35:28 +0000

When it comes to the earth, every human is responsible for reducing damage, including companies. While you might recycle, turn the lights off, and buy eco-friendly products at home, what about when you’re at work? Many companies contribute to a significant amount of pollution, making it crucial for every business to take responsibility. Here are […]

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