Environment

Wednesday, July 23rd 2025 - 08:57 UTC
Falklands, Government announces Environmental Studies Budget

The application period for the Falkland Islands Government’s (FIG) Environmental Studies Budget is now open. The Environmental Studies Budget provides annual funding to support individuals and organizations in the Falkland Islands to conduct activities and research which benefit and enhance our natural environment.
Monday, July 21st 2025 - 09:39 UTC
Falklands, Public Meeting on Social and Economic Impacts of hydrocarbons project

The Falkland Islands Government (FIG) and Navitas will hold a public meeting to present the findings from social and economic impact assessments of the proposed Sea Lion hydrocarbons project.
Monday, July 21st 2025 - 08:23 UTC
Uruguayan NGO releases Magellanic penguins back into the ocean

The Uruguayan wildlife rescue group Socobioma released seven rehabilitated Magellanic penguins back into the sea from stop 1 on Mansa Beach in Punta del Este on Sunday, marking the end of a five-month process for the birds, which had arrived in February in poor condition. Over a hundred people witnessed the farewell.
Friday, July 18th 2025 - 10:40 UTC
Paraguay, UK sign “Friendship Charter”

Paraguayan Foreign Minister Rubén Ramírez Lezcano and British Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs David Lammy signed Thursday in London the so-called “United Kingdom-Paraguay Friendship Charter,” committing both nations to enhanced cooperation across five key areas:
Wednesday, July 16th 2025 - 19:55 UTC
Buenos Aires City transitioning to CNG or electric bus services

Beginning January 1, 2027, all new buses incorporated into the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires' (CABA) public transport system must be powered by compressed natural gas (CNG) or electricity. Vehicles running on these alternative fuels will receive higher subsidies to encourage adoption, it was announced. The existing conventional diesel-powered buses currently in service may continue operating until they reach their maximum service time.
Monday, July 14th 2025 - 10:50 UTC
Peruaçu Caves in Brazil recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Site

The Peruaçu Caves in Brazil's Minas Gerais State have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognized for their “exceptional natural beauty,” geological significance, and rich prehistoric rock art.
Wednesday, July 9th 2025 - 21:20 UTC
Commemorative issue of South Georgia Wildlife stamps

Two-hundred and fifty years ago, January 1775, Captain James Cook landed at Possession Bay and took possession of the island, in the name of King George III and his heirs. In this anniversary year we celebrate South Georgia and its change from a little known and little valued island to a thriving UK Overseas Territory which is globally renowned for championing science, conservation and sustainable management.
Wednesday, July 9th 2025 - 21:06 UTC
Dead whale found north of Buenos Aires City

A dead whale was found a few meters from the shore in Vicente López, on the northern outskirts of the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires, Argentina. A fisherman spotted the animal, believed to be a young calf, near kilometer 18 of the coastal channel in La Lucila and reported it to the Coast Guard (PNA), which, together with Civil Defense and local Police, established a security perimeter around it. The whale had its fins facing upward.
Tuesday, July 8th 2025 - 07:01 UTC
South Georgia Island, call for Expressions of Interest for Provision Biosecurity Services

In October 2025 approximately 250 m3 / eight 20ft shipping containers of building materials and vehicles will be shipped to South Georgia as part of a project run by the South Georgia Heritage Trust (SGHT) to stabilize the managers villa at Stromness.
Monday, July 7th 2025 - 09:36 UTC
BRICS Summit insists on two-state solution for Middle East crisis; Iran objects

The 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro issued Sunday a new declaration advocating for a two-state solution, one Palestinian and one Israeli, like on previous occasions.