Sentences with phrase «conservation initiatives in»

In furthering its ongoing environmental stewardship and education mission, Central United Methodist Church has created and completed several ground and water conservation initiatives in 2011.

Our company is committed to contribute to a national volunteer carbon market, that may absorb a share of the overall credits generated by REDD + and other biodiversity conservation initiatives in Peru.

Dr Campos - Silva, first author of the study, said: «Conservation initiatives in Amazonian floodplains are often a huge challenge due to lack of governance, investments and human resources.

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Sea Harvest participates in regional conservation initiatives including the International World Wildlife Fund's Responsible Fisheries Alliance.

«That is why we endeavor to make a difference by directing conservation initiatives to improve our environment and quality of life in the Extreme Pizza communities.

In addition, «We are proud of the many initiatives, such as single stream recycling, energy conservation and high - efficiency lighting that have allowed us to reduce our carbon footprint and feel good about our corporate responsibility,» Robert adds.

Featured were IRRI initiatives with heirloom rice farmers in the Cordilleras; conservation of rice genetic diversity; and the decades - long field experiment which recently yielded its 150th harvest.

Research shows that a majority of global consumers, and especially Millennials, support companies that are committed to minimizing environmental impacts and that prioritize sustainable approaches to operations.2 To share more about its water initiatives, Fetzer Vineyards developed a new page on its website containing facts about agricultural water use and details about the company's water policy support. Visit fetzer.com/water for more on Fetzer Vineyards» water initiatives, including its adoption of BioFiltro's BIDA ® treatment system and its support for water conservation research and advocacy through collaborations with groups like the Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable (BIER) and Ceres» Connect the Drops, both of which were commended for their water policy efforts at the White House Water Summit on Building a Sustainable Water Future in the United States on March 22, 2016.

It includes a commitment to operate sustainably in terms of raw material sourcing, greenhouse gas emissions, energy conservation, water management, biodiversity, community initiatives and health and nutrition.

As part of Nestlé Waters» ongoing efforts to improve the water efficiency of their operations, the company has implemented a number of conservation techniques and initiatives in their factories over the years, including reverse osmosis to better filter and reuse wastewater, advanced water mapping to more carefully manage the flow of water in and out of the plants, and xeriscaping to reduce supplemental irrigation on the grounds of each factory.

Visit fetzer.com/waterfor more on Fetzer Vineyards» water initiatives, including its adoption of BioFiltro's BIDA ® treatment system and its support for water conservation research and advocacy through collaborations with groups like the Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable (BIER) and Ceres» Connect the Drops, both of which were commended for their water policy efforts at the White House Water Summit on Building a Sustainable Water Future in the United States on March 22, 2016.

Proceeds from the event benefit a wide array of Mass Audubon initiatives in addition to its wildlife sanctuaries and programs (which engage a half - million visitors annually), including land conservation, endangered species protection, and renewable energy outreach.

The state has identified the Butterworth property as «Critical Natural Landscape» and its Division of Conservation Services is committing $ 85,000 in Conservation Program Grant funding to the land preservation initiative

At the event, visiting bookworms can purchase «The Ark and Beyond» and learn about the role scientific research and conservation initiatives play in protecting Earth's wildlife.

In addition to Mass Audubon, the state's largest nature conservation nonprofit, partners in the NWF initiative include the Ipswich River Watershed Association, Merrimack Valley Planning Commission, Boston University, University of New Hampshire, Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, and the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation and Office of Coastal Zone ManagemenIn addition to Mass Audubon, the state's largest nature conservation nonprofit, partners in the NWF initiative include the Ipswich River Watershed Association, Merrimack Valley Planning Commission, Boston University, University of New Hampshire, Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, and the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation and Office of Coastal Zoneconservation nonprofit, partners in the NWF initiative include the Ipswich River Watershed Association, Merrimack Valley Planning Commission, Boston University, University of New Hampshire, Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, and the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation and Office of Coastal Zone Managemenin the NWF initiative include the Ipswich River Watershed Association, Merrimack Valley Planning Commission, Boston University, University of New Hampshire, Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, and the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation and Office of Coastal ZoneConservation and Recreation and Office of Coastal Zone Management.

Mass Audubon will hold its 2016 Annual Meeting on Thursday, November 10 at the Hanover Theatre in Worcester to review accomplishments, announce initiatives — and honor individuals and organizations who model the same commitment to the environment as the state's largest nature conservation organization.

LINCOLN, MA — Mass Audubon will hold its 2016 Annual Meeting on Thursday, November 10 at the Hanover Theatre in Worcester to review accomplishments, announce initiatives — and honor individuals and organizations who model the same commitment to the environment as the state's largest nature conservation organization.

Support our initiatives in animal care, education, community access and conservation.

As outlined in Erie County's Economic Development Plan, «Initiatives for a Smart Economy», the development of an inter-departmental Green Team focusing on energy reduction and resource conservation throughout Erie County operations is a priority in the revitalization of our community and economy.

«This meeting encouraged us to create the Jaguar Conservation Alliance in Brazil, a multi-institutional initiative that aims to coordinate jaguar research and conservation efforts in the Amazon, and to ensure that our collective efforts amount to more than just the sum of their parts,» RConservation Alliance in Brazil, a multi-institutional initiative that aims to coordinate jaguar research and conservation efforts in the Amazon, and to ensure that our collective efforts amount to more than just the sum of their parts,» Rconservation efforts in the Amazon, and to ensure that our collective efforts amount to more than just the sum of their parts,» Ramalho said.

Serve as a model for transboundary conservation efforts that can inform similar initiatives across North America, including in Canada.

While recent initiatives have attempted to address conservation priorities at global and national scales, most of these focus on developed countries in temperate regions.

«These results highlight the potential for an infusion of resources and staff at established MPAs — and at MPAs in the pipeline — to enhance MPA management and ensure that MPAs realize their full potential,» said Dr. Helen Fox of the National Geographic Society, who led the research initiative together with Dr. Michael B. Mascia of Conservation International.

Most recently, they are being used to demonstrate how to better identify Important Marine Mammal Areas in need of protection, an initiative being led by the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature).

In parallel, a number of conservation actions are now being developed through regions - specific initiatives for the Adriatic - Ionian and for the western Mediterranean.

Both of these birds are high conservation priorities in the Northeast, and hybrid identification and monitoring can aid in management and conservation initiatives for Saltmarsh and Nelson's sparrows,» said Walsh, who conducted the study as part of her doctoral research under the mentorship of Kovach.

«Globally important wilderness areas — despite being strongholds for endangered biodiversity, for buffering and regulating local climates, and for supporting many of the world's most politically and economically marginalized communities — are completely ignored in environmental policy,» James Watson, director of science and research initiatives at the Wildlife Conservation Society in New York and the study's lead author, said in a statement, adding that we probably have only one to two decades to turn this around.

A new professional master's program will launch at the University of Wisconsin — Madison in fall 2015 and become the first in the world specifically designed to train analytically minded students to evaluate energy efficiency and other resource - conservation initiatives.

In 2011, Karl initiated Island Conservation's Innovation Program and chairs the committee that oversees this initiative.

Experts in wildlife conservation shared the details of this program with visitors, providing personal tours of the island and its initiatives.

These articles feature accounts of students engaging in environmental education, conservation efforts, and other initiatives to protect our ecosystems.

Global demand for energy is expected to require an estimated investment of $ US 2.5 trillion a year over the next 20 years in new energy installations and energy conservation initiatives.

All of the schools that have so far taken part were specially selected in an attempt to reach out to those that wouldn't normally be able to visit the zoo, engaging children who had potentially never been interested in conservation initiatives before.

Civic Enterprises is a social enterprise firm that works with corporations, nonprofits, foundations, universities and governments to develop innovative initiatives and public policies in the fields of education, national service, civic engagement, conservation, public health and more.

There are so many benefits to engaging faculty, staff and students in energy conservation initiatives: significant cost savings, reduced environmental impact and expanded opportunities for student learning and leadership, in addition to positive effects extending beyond the immediate school community.

On his part, Prof. S.G. Kiama, Director, Wangari Maathai Institute applauded Prof. A.W. Mwang» ombe, Principal CAVS; and all for their relentless leadership in initiatives geared towards environmental conservation which is well in line with the works and walks of the late Prof. Wangari Maathai who remarked that, «When we plant a tree, we plant the seed of peace and the seed of hope.»

To further advance our mission and evaluate our impact we are engaged in research to explore new conservation programs and to evaluate current initiatives.

• Rising Tide Conservation — This initiative focuses on the development of fish propagation techniques that allow for more marine ornamental species to be sustainably raised in captivity.

(I've been unable to determine the amount of grant funding NJAS received for «this important initiative,» as CEO and VP of Conservation and Stewardship Eric Stiles described it in a 2008 newsletter.

Through our innovative leadership initiatives from our No Animals Were Harmed program in Hollywood to broad - based farm and conservation animal welfare certifications, to rapid response rescue and care across the country American Humane sets the gold standard as the most visionary and effective animal welfare organization in the nation.

Robin has published a critically acclaimed book, In Search of Lost Frogs, and spearheaded innovative initiatives to advance conservation, including a recent and successful campaign to save a Protected Area in JamaicIn Search of Lost Frogs, and spearheaded innovative initiatives to advance conservation, including a recent and successful campaign to save a Protected Area in Jamaicin Jamaica.

Under Sue's leadership, the Park Stewardship program is considered to be on the cutting edge of building community partnerships, service learning initiatives, and youth programs to support resource conservation efforts in the park.

In this role, Sharon supports many of the organization's conservation initiatives and community science, restoration, and stewardship programs.

A $ 10 per night donation to FONZ's Giant Panda Conservation Fund that supports initiatives in the U.S. and China

We will not only expose you to some of the best wildlife experiences in the world but also offer authentic cultural introductions and first - hand insight into our ground - breaking conservation initiatives.

The other fundamental pillar of Bodhi's multi-faceted mission are their eco-action and community engagement initiatives, including town and beach trash clean - ups, planting trees for community reforestation projects, teaching local stakeholders about conservation, empowering local youth with GPS technology, offering free yoga classes in return for community service work, hosting high school students to work on community projects.

The islands are making great strides to become more sustainable, with initiatives in renewable energy, water conservation, as well as restricting immigration to the Galápagos.

In 2014, four public land agencies (National Park Service, California State Parks, Marin County Parks, and the Marin Municipal Water District) teamed with the Parks Conservancy to form the Tamalpais Lands Collaborative — an initiative that brings together their resources, talents, and philanthropic efforts to support the stewardship, conservation, and enjoyment of Mt. Tamalpais.

In 2013, Georgia Aquarium announced a new initiative for the Aquarium's future research and conservation goals: One Ocean, One Health.

Bali Sharks, also known as the Serangan Shark Island Project, is a private nature conservation initiative that has embarked on a mission to save black tip and white tip reef sharks, while providing visitors to Bali with the first environmentally - friendly tour of its kind in Indonesia.