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ISO 14000 family
Introduction
The ISO 14000 family is a set of international standards for environmental management systems, developed to help organizations minimize their environmental impact and comply with regulations. It is designed to be applicable to any organization, regardless of size or industry.
ISO 1400...
Natural Environment Research Council
Natural Environment Research Council
The Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) is a British research council that supports research, training, and knowledge transfer in environmental sciences. Established in 1965, it plays a vital role in advancing our understanding of the planet's complex systems.
Mission and Fu...
Environmental hazard
Environmental Hazards
Environmental hazards are threats that harm ecosystems and biomes. Examples include oil spills, deforestation, air pollution, and carbon dioxide buildup. Human exposure to these hazards is typically involuntary.
Types of Environmental Hazards
Environmental haz...
United States Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works
United States Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works
The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works oversees and legislates environmental protection, resource conservation, and public works in the United States. It handles matters related to air and water pollution, wildlife conservation, flood c...
Environmental studies
Environmental Studies: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Human-Environmental Interactions
Environmental studies (EVS) is an academic field that examines the complex relationship between humans and the environment. It draws on principles from the physical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and economics to addr...
Environmental policy of the first Donald Trump administration
Summary
The environmental policy of the first Donald Trump administration represented a significant shift away from the priorities of the preceding Obama administration. The Trump administration emphasized energy independence based on fossil fuel use, deregulation of industry, and the reduction of environmental ...
Environmental protection expenditure accounts
Environmental Protection Expenditure Accounts (EPEA)
Summary:
EPEA is a statistical framework that quantifies environmental protection activities in monetary terms, aligning with the structure of national accounts. It provides insights into the allocation of resources, the effectiveness o...
Environmental history of the United States
Environmental History of the United States
Early History (Pre-1815) - Native Americans lived in harmony with the environment, with minimal impact. - European colonization brought significant changes, including deforestation and introduction of invasive species.
Industrialization a...
List of global issues
Global Issues: A Worldwide Concern
Global issues are matters of significant public concern that affect people worldwide. These issues encompass social, economic, and environmental challenges that pose significant threats to humanity's well-being.
Global Catastrophic Risks
Some global issues pose potential catas...
Council of the Baltic Sea States
The Council of the Baltic Sea States (CBSS)
The CBSS is an intergovernmental organization established in 1992 to foster cooperation in the Baltic Sea region. Its priority areas include:
- Regional Identity: Promoting a sense of belonging and shared identity among Baltic Sea countries....
Harvard Medical School Center for Health and the Global Environment
The Center for Health and the Global Environment (Harvard C-CHANGE) is a research and education center at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Founded in 1996, C-CHANGE aims to foster understanding of the interdependence between human health and environmental preservation.
C-CHANGE's mission involves c...
List of environmental organizations
Environmental Organizations
Environmental organizations strive to protect and monitor the environment against human-induced degradation, including pollution, waste, overpopulation, and climate change. These organizations can be global, national, regional, or local, operating as charities, trusts, NGOs, governmen...