Sentences with phrase «for local environments»

Downscaling reveals diverse effects of anthropogenic climate warming on the potential for local environments to support malaria transmission.
Currently, the plant breeders are introgressing the Bt gene into farmer - preferred lines and are evaluating their acceptability and suitability for local environments.
State health and environmental regulators have known for decades that at least 62 properties — most in Niagara County — contain varying degrees of radioactivity that tested at levels two to more than 10 times normal for the local environment.
Having a roof that can absorb rainwater does a tremendous amount of good for the local environment and cuts costs related to water purification and treatment.
European editor Anne Forde discovered, in an interview with Hannah Kokko, an evolutionary ecologist in Helsinki, Finland, that one of the keys to Kokko's professional success is her ability to balance opposing approaches and points of view: life with work, the organismal approach of evolution with the population approach of ecology, and an appreciation for the local environment with the mind - broadening value of more exotic and distant locales.
Before dinner, we ambled to the paddock to meet a herd of highland cattle with shaggy ginger coats and long horns bred for the local environment.
«Excellent integration of comfort and respect for the local environment
Arriving at an intersection between photojournalism and fashion photography, Fabrice Monteiro honed his talent for the sensitivity of portraiture with specific relativity to the people of his country and an eco-conscious concern for the local environment.
Modern buildings have been designed with scant respect for the local environment and have been built for outward show.
First of all, getting local wood to burn, especially those who live in wooded areas is wonderful management for your local environment ie: Felled trees by age, animal or weather.

Not exact matches

Despite the burgeoning demand for software engineers who know how to work in that specialized environment, Leung observes that most of the firms Appnovation competes with tend to be smaller, local operations, and content to remain that way.
«For any NBAA event, our top priority is the safety and security of all participants, and we are in coordination with federal, state and local officials to ensure that show participants are in a safe, secure environment
«E-commerce creates the potential for even the smallest local firm to sell globally and, in so doing, creates an environment in which the benefits of trade can be shared by all Canadian firms, and not accrue to just large multinational firms,» the report says.
What's more, local farming is likely no better and possibly worse for the environment than are big corporate farms that produce for the global market.
Hugh Jackman journeyed to Ethiopia in 2009 as an ambassador for World Vision Australia, a humanitarian organization, to see first hand how fair trade coffee makes a difference to both local growers and the environment.
We look at several factors — including crime rate, local attractions, health care and the environmentfor the ranking.
Meanwhile, if you stepped into a quiet writing environment — like a desk at the local library — your surroundings suddenly become a catalyst for your behavior and make it easier for the habit to proceed.
Our Government's plan for responsible resource development includes measures to protect against spills and other risks to the environment and local communities.
«The Mayors» Council plan not only quickly improves transit service with 25 % more buses, it will give those driving to work or school the option to leave the car at home and take transit, which is better for our environment,» McGarrigle said, adding that the BC Federation of Labour, representing over 500,000 unionized workers across the province, unanimously supported a resolution Unifor Local 111 introduced to endorse a Yes in the referendum.
«We are looking for a location with strong local and regional talent — particularly in software development and related fields — as well as a stable and business - friendly environment to continue hiring and innovating on behalf of our customers,» the company said.
Caity Maple, a capitol lobbyist for WeDrop, a Northern California cannabis delivery service, said the abundance of local bans are creating «a near impossible regulatory environment for licensed delivery businesses to operate.»
Local business environment, which accounts for 25 % of the total score.
Newmont Mining (NYSE: NEM) is focused on sustainability and serving as a catalyst for local economic development through transparent and respectful stakeholder engagement and as responsible stewards of the environment.
I wrote Seven Dangers Facing Your Church for every pastor and elder, and anyone committed to playing their part in helping their local church thrive in an increasingly hostile environment.
This problem today is engendered and sustained by virtually every institution responsible for the creation of the built environment: the real estate development industry; the construction industry; federal, state and local regulatory agencies; the rule - of - thumb manuals of transportation engineers; the lending policies of banks; the professions of architecture and planning; the patrons of architecture; and above all the zoning ordinances that regulate where and how buildings get built.
In many US locals Xtian Churches are built with a little under the table money to the local zoning board, and often without much care for their impact on the environment, etc...
[3] By the word «fittest» Darwin meant «better adapted for immediate, local environment», not the common modern meaning of «in the best physical shape».
Moreover, at a time of increasing specialization, local churches can be the meeting place for a genuine exchange of views, a marketplace of ideas and values, a place where — within an environment of Christian love and support — people can deal with controversy in realistic and productive ways.
The form of argument in this presentation has emphasized several specific points: first, that the Asian values argument, as a challenge to the implementation of constitutional democracy, is exaggerated and fails to account for the richness of values discourse in the East Asian region - local values do not provide a justification for harsh authoritarian practices; second, that the cultural prerequisites arguments fail because they ignore the discursive processes for value development and they are tautological, excessively deterministic and ignore the importance of human agency it, therefore, makes little sense to take an entry test for constitutional democracy; third, the difficulties of importing Western communitarian ideas into an East Asian authoritarian environment without adequate liberal constitutional safeguards; fourth, the positive role of constitutionalism in constructing empowering conversations in modern democratic development and as a venue for values discourse; fifth, the importance, especially in a cross-cultural context, of indigenization of constitutionalism through local institutional embodiment; and sixth, the value of extending research focused on the positive engendering or enabling function of constitutionalism to the developmental context in general and East Asia in particular.
It is to show that the concerns for global issues, for justice in the local community, and for the environment, are not recent issues, mere private matters that appeal to some Christians and are quite optional, but are part and parcel of the heart of the Bible itself.
This huge waste has severe consequences for local communities, global businesses, and the environment.
In my opinion the best thing we can do (both for the environment and our animal friends) is buying local, seasonal produce, that doesn't involve slave labour.
As the largest public policy association for California wine, and the only group representing the industry at the state, federal and international levels, Wine Institute's Officers, Board of Directors and professional staff work to create an environment where the wine community can flourish and contribute in a positive fashion to our nation, state and local communities.
Thinking about this, if nothing else, is a nice reminder about how the act of consuming food is so much more than just nourishing ourselves... and one more reason to consider seasonal / local grains and produce as healthy — for ourselves, for the environment, and for others.
Steklarna Hrastnik states that its operations and the principle of sustainability, the company's social responsibility, respect for its employees and involvement in the local environment reflect the values that clients and buyers appreciate and expect.
«The myriad of hidden costs to the environment which allow for «cheap» milk are unloaded onto local communities and the broader community,» says Sylvia.
Set a foundation for creating local jobs for community - based natural resource technicians to help their own communities to improve how coffee, as well as the environment, is managed.
The Menindee Lakes are currently being managed by the New South Wales Department of Primary Industries — Water to conserve the currently limited water supply for local towns, water users and the environment of the regulated Lower Darling River.
It not only provides the best taste, cutting out the middle man and transportation time, but also supports local food artisans, and is great for the environment.
This network of corridors, together with the protected forest and diverse shade trees, provides a healthy environment for the local flora and fauna.
These streams form a network of natural corridors through the farm that connect the large protected forests in the two river valleys, providing a healthy environment for the local animals, birds, and plants.
«Competition for milk supplies has been a key pre-occupation for local dairy companies trying to fill capacity in the production - constrained environment and «pick the winners» in terms of product and market mix, in view of their inability to compete on cost,» he said.
The Code promotes best management practices for protecting the environment and enhancing relations with employees, neighbors and local communities, while remaining economically competitive.
About ingredients: Whilst I don't explicitly state in my recipes, I favour local, organic, and non-GMO ingredients — they taste better, are better for you and better for the environment.
This session will feature a panel discussion focusing on how state and local governments help create a favorable environment for successful food recovery.
Palsgaard has been a member of the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) since 2008, and sees the topic of sustainability as an essential issue for protecting the global environment, upholding biodiversity and providing suitable working conditions for local plantation workers.
Find local eggs from pasture raised chickens — they generally only cost a dollar or two more per dozen and are better for you and the environment.
ALABANG, Philippines — Cultivating climate - smart rice varieties in unfavorable environments could boost local rice production, says Edilberto de Luna, Philippine agriculture assistant secretary for operations.
ALABANG, Philippines — Cultivating climate - smart rice varieties in unfavorable environments could boost local rice production, says Edilberto de Luna, Philippine agriculture assistant secretary for operations (photo).
We also give back to the environment by planting a tree for every item we make and are passionate about supporting local industry by being ethically produced and 100 % Australian Made.
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