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  🌍 Environmental Policy & Awareness E urope Commits €15B to Water Preservation Projects The EIB pledges €15 billion over three years to reduce water pollution, curb wastage, and fund eco‑innovations amid drought‑prone springs. 👉 [Reuters] reuters.com #WaterConservation #EIB #GreenMatters #GreenCrate UK Declares Drought After Driest Spring Since 1893 Reservoirs fell to just 77% capacity—the driest spring in over 130 years—prompting urgent conservation efforts. 👉 [Reuters]  reuters.com #Drought #WaterCrisis #GreenMatters #GreenCrate High Seas Treaty Ratification by Year-End? The UK pledges to ratify a high‑seas protection treaty by end of 2025, aiming to better safeguard international waters. 👉 [The Guardian]  theguardian.com #OceanConservation #HighSeasTreaty #GreenMatters #GreenCrate Climate Action = National Security, Say UK Military Leaders Experts warn that climate‑driven displacement in Africa and South Asia threatens UK national stabili...

  Introduction: The Earth Is Sounding the Alarm On June 5th , the world once again celebrated World Environment Day (WED) —an annual observance led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) to spotlight our shared responsibility to protect the planet. But as social media flooded with green-themed posts, the deeper question lingers: Are these awareness days enough? Do people truly understand what's at stake—or are we applauding awareness while ecosystems burn? This year, scientific reports added an urgent tone to the celebrations. In particular, new data revealed that amphibians—especially frogs—are now boiling alive in their own habitats , victims of intensifying heat waves caused by climate change. These creatures, already among the most endangered animal groups on Earth, are reaching their biological limits. And as they go, so may entire ecosystems. This article is both a wake-up call and a call to action . It examines the silent crisis unfolding in biodiversity, t...

  1. World Wetlands Day 2025 Highlights Urgent Conservation Efforts Summary: On February 2, 2025, the global community observed World Wetlands Day under the theme "Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future." The day emphasized the critical role wetlands play in biodiversity, climate regulation, and water purification, urging immediate action to conserve these vital ecosystems. naturenews.africa  #WorldWetlandsDay #WetlandConservation #Biodiversity #ClimateAction #GreenMatters #greencrate 2. Sanlam Investments Sponsors Africa’s Green Economy Summit Summary: Sanlam Investments has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable development by returning as the title sponsor for Africa’s Green Economy Summit, scheduled from February 19 to 21, 2025, in Cape Town. The summit aims to connect global investors with African projects to accelerate the continent's transition to a green economy. greeneconomy.media #GreenEconomy #SustainableInvestment #Africa #ClimateResilience #GreenMatter...

Plastic waste management in Africa remains a significant challenge, with approximately 90% of plastic waste not being recycled as of January 2025. This issue is deeply intertwined with economic disparities across the continent, which hinder the development of effective waste management systems. However, by addressing these economic challenges and implementing sustainable practices, Africa can transform its approach to plastic waste, leading to increased recycling, repurposing and utilization of plastics in ways that minimize environmental impact. The Current State of Plastic Waste in Africa Africa produces about 5% of the world's annual plastic production and consumes approximately 4%. However, less than 10% of this plastic is recycled, leading to significant environmental pollution. The rapid urbanization and population growth in African countries have led to increased consumption of single-use plastics, further exacerbating the waste management crisis. afro.who.int Economic Dispa...