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Caspian Sea water levels dropping cause alarm in Iran's north #bne #bneEditorsPicks #bneGreen #Iran #ClimateCrisis #water Ahmad Donyamali, an Iranian MP from Anzali on the Caspian coast, has raised serious concerns in the country’s parliament over the falling water levels of the Caspian Sea, which he says are damaging the Anzali Lagoon. The Caspian Sea, the largest inland body of water globally, has been experiencing a massive decrease in water levels over the past decade. This decline, attributed to climate change and upstream diversions, is endangering its unique ecosystem, which has been the lifeblood of both humans and animals for millennia. The Caspian has shorelines in five countries: Azerbaijan, Iran, Kazakhstan, Russia and Turkmenistan. Kazakhstan’s section is the shallowest, while Iran has the deepest in the south.

#CaspianSea: A Treasure at Risk! The Caspian Sea, as the largest lake in the world, holds special strategic significance for five countries: #Iran, #Russia, #Kazakhstan, #Turkmenistan, and #Azerbaijan. This sea is not only a unique ecosystem for diverse aquatic species but also one of the world’s major sources of oil and gas. However, the current state of the Caspian is under pressure from multiple factors, presenting serious challenges for its future. ●Current Situation and Issues ○Declining Water Levels and Climate Impacts: The water level of the Caspian Sea has significantly decreased, posing a serious warning to coastal #ecosystems and regional #economies. This decline is attributed to climate change, reduced precipitation, and increased evaporation. The drop in water levels has led to issues such as increased salinity and the destruction of sensitive habitats. ○Industrial and Oil Pollution: Pollution from industrial and oil activities is one of the primary threats to the Caspian. ○Biodiversity Crisis: The Caspian Sea is home to unique species, some of which are endangered. ○Legal and Management Challenges: The lack of complete agreement on resource distribution and maritime borders among the bordering countries has led to political and economic tensions. These disputes have made coordinated management of resources difficult and delayed the implementation of conservation policies. ●The Caspian Sea, as a vital resource for the bordering countries, faces significant environmental and management challenges that require coordinated regional efforts. By focusing on resource management, pollution control, biodiversity protection, and strengthening international cooperation, a more sustainable future for this unique lake can be achieved, preventing its degradation. #Caspian #Sea #Environment, https://lnkd.in/dHCkbzkv

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World Environment Day is organized every June 5 by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) since 1973. Saudi Arabia is hosting #worldenvironmentday this year, with a focus on solving problems on land restoration, stopping desertification, and building resilience to drought. CFES takes part and is committed to preventing deforestation and land degradation together with village or customary forest management institutions by biodiversity offset. Through preventive measures, such as degraded land rehabilitation activities that have been carried out in the Rio Kemunyang Village Forest in Jambi, which aim to restore the function of ecosystems damaged by natural or human activities, repair eroded soil, and restore lost biodiversity. In accordance with the call of the WED 2024 campaign “We cannot turn back time, but we can grow forests, revive water sources, and bring back soils. We are the generation that can make peace with land.” CFES is part of the #generationrestoration that will continue to realize a better future.

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Papua New Guinea hosts the world’s 3rd largest rainforest, a huge carbon sink! Here, Indigenous Peoples use new technologies to collect forest data to better protect & manage them. Learn how a FAO-United Kingdom's Department for Energy Security and Net Zero project is making this possible: https://lnkd.in/dNeDzhKr #ForestDay

"Cambodia’s Declining Fish Catch: Can the Tide Be Reversed?" The Tonle Sap Lake, in northwestern Cambodia, is the lifeline of more than 1.2 million people. Climate change threatens biodiversity, which also suffers from corruption, overfishing, and the disastrous consequences of hydroelectric dams on the Mekong River. A report from Kampong Khleang, a floating fishing village about 50 kilometers from the renowned Angkor Wat temple. Read my article: https://lnkd.in/gp6uDbRe

World Environment Day (WED) is celebrated annually on 5 June and encourages awareness and action for the protection of the environment. Riyadh, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will host the 2024 World Environment Day global celebrations. World Environment Day was established in 1972 by the United Nations at the Stockholm Conference on the Human Environment. One year later, in 1973 the first WED was held with the theme "Only One Earth". This year, the theme of World Environment Day is  “Land restoration, desertification and drought resilience” under the slogan “Our land. Our future. We are #GenerationRestoration.” Note: International Day for the Fight against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing is also celebrated on June 5. #circulareconomy #WorldEnvironmentDay #CircularEconomy #TowardsZeroWaste https://lnkd.in/dHmf5ju7

Pakistan's #coral reefs along the #Arabian #Sea coastline are facing formidable challenges, including the pervasive threats of climate change and pollution. The rising #sea #temperatures and ocean #acidification associated with #climate change contribute to coral #bleaching, disrupting the delicate balance within these ecosystems. Simultaneously, #pollution, stemming from runoff laden with sediment, nutrients, sewage water, indutrial effluents and chemicals, poses a tangible risk to water quality and overall reef health. Marine Conservation Pakistan is actively spearheading initiatives to raise awareness and educate communities about these issues. #marineconservation #climateaction #Adaptation #pollution #marinepollution #coralreefs Songul Jamal Shabib Asghar

Caspian Sea: A Treasure at Risk The Caspian Sea, as the largest lake in the world, holds special strategic significance for five countries: #Iran, #Russia, #Kazakhstan, #Turkmenistan, and #Azerbaijan. This sea is not only a unique ecosystem for diverse aquatic species but also one of the world’s major sources of oil and gas. However, the current state of the Caspian is under pressure from multiple factors, presenting serious challenges for its future. ●Current Situation and Issues * Declining Water Levels and Climate Impacts: The water level of the Caspian Sea has significantly decreased, posing a serious warning to coastal #ecosystems and regional #economies. This decline is attributed to climate change, reduced precipitation, and increased evaporation. The drop in water levels has led to issues such as increased salinity and the destruction of sensitive habitats. * Industrial and Oil Pollution: Pollution from industrial and oil activities is one of the primary threats to the Caspian. * Biodiversity Crisis: The Caspian Sea is home to unique species, some of which are endangered. * Legal and Management Challenges: The lack of complete agreement on resource distribution and maritime borders among the bordering countries has led to political and economic tensions. These disputes have made coordinated management of resources difficult and delayed the implementation of conservation policies. * The Caspian Sea, as a vital resource for the bordering countries, faces significant environmental and management challenges that require coordinated regional efforts. By focusing on resource management, pollution control, biodiversity protection, and strengthening international cooperation, a more sustainable future for this unique lake can be achieved, preventing its degradation. #caspian #sea #caspiansea #environment, https://lnkd.in/dHCkbzkv