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Paperitalo Environmental News
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The Price of a Forest: What Alcoa’s $39M Penalty Means for Mining Social License in 2026
Alcoa just paid AUD 55 million: roughly USD 39 million: to restore 2,100 hectares of native jarrah forest it illegally cleared in Western Australia. That's approximately $18,500 per hectare.
That's not a fine. That's a statement.
The Australian … Saturday, February 21, 2026 6:53 am EST
| | | A bizarre mission to restore the Madhupur Sal forest
The interim government set an ambitious goal to restore the Madhupur Sal forest in Tangail. Once a legendary habitat of tigers, elephants, peacocks, bears, golden langurs, hundreds of bird species, and rich biodiversity, the forest today bears little … Saturday, February 21, 2026 6:53 am EST
| | | DNP tightens fire control across 14 forest groups, sets 3,000 checkpoints nationwide
Helicopters, “black line” containment, and special teams
He said Deputy Prime Minister and Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchart Chomklin has ordered helicopter support for hard-to-reach areas, helping contain fires in critical zones—such as … Saturday, February 21, 2026 6:53 am EST
| | | South Korean President's Office Dismisses Korea Forest Service Chief Over 'Unlawful' Act
(MENAFN- IANS) Seoul, Feb 21 (IANS) South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung has dismissed the Minister of the Korea Forest Service, Kim In-ho, after he was found to have committed an unlawful act, Lee's office said Saturday, without further … Saturday, February 21, 2026 6:53 am EST
| | | Protect Mother Language to Protect Environment
INTERNATIONAL MOTHER LANGUAGE Day is observed on February 21 since 2000 to promote the linguistic diversity and multilingual education to protect cultural heritage and indigenous knowledge. It highlights that protecting unique mother tongues is essential … Saturday, February 21, 2026 6:53 am EST
| | | Great Nicobar mega infrastructure project: Development versus environment
Shibina Vasudevan
Last Updated: 21 February 2026, 09:46 AM IST
The NGT has upheld environmental clearance for Great Nicobar mega project, balancing its strategic and economic promise against serious concerns over forests, marine biodiversity and indigenous … Saturday, February 21, 2026 6:53 am EST
| | | Lee's office dismisses Korea Forest Service chief over 'unlawful' act
SEOUL, Feb. 21 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung has dismissed the minister of the Korea Forest Service, Kim In-ho, after he was found to have committed an unlawful act, Lee's office said Saturday, without further elaborating.
"We have found … Saturday, February 21, 2026 6:53 am EST
| | | Upgrade facilities at Erica’s Fairy Forest - cllrs urge
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Fri 20 Feb 2026, 11:47 PM
Wheelchair users are being prevented from enjoying the popular Erica’s Fairy Forest attraction at Halton’s Amenity in Cootehill, close to the Monaghan/Cavan border, because of the poor condition of the pedestrian … Saturday, February 21, 2026 6:53 am EST
| | | Petition started by Wake Forest Elementary parents sparks heating fixes at school
WAKE COUNTY, N.C. (WTVD) -- Fixes to heating issues are coming to Wake Forest Magnet Elementary School after parents say a petition circulated in the community caught the attention of district leaders.
Parents said heating and cooling issues plagued the … Saturday, February 21, 2026 6:53 am EST
| | | Intel's next chapter in Oregon: What it means for jobs, investment and the state economy Intel has anchored Oregon's Silicon Forest for decades, but deep layoffs and years of turbulence have raised questions about its long-term stability.
Intel has anchored Oregon's Silicon Forest for decades, but deep layoffs and years of turbulence have raised questions about its long-term stability.
PORTLAND, Ore. — Intel remains Oregon's largest private employer, even after deep layoffs and … Saturday, February 21, 2026 6:53 am EST
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