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Abruzzo has 30% protected territory, 2600 vegetal species, and unique animal species, such as the
Marsican Brown Bear, which is at risk of extinction. It has been agreed among the Environment Ministry,
Region Abruzzo National Park, Forestall Body, the University of Rome and the Wild Fauna National
Institute to prolong Abruzzo’s naturally high biodiversity, considering the small area of the
region.
Parks, Territory, Environment and Energy Department
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The Flemish Government aspires to create a better and healthier environment for present and future
generations. The Environment, Nature and Energy Department is charged with this task. Taking a key
position in the environmental administration, it is responsible for planning and evaluating
environmental policy in compliance with economic and social demands. It also oversees the co-ordination
of all environmental factors, as well as the implementation and enforcement of environmental
legislation in Flanders.
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The Campania Government has designated a number of protected areas that extend throughout the Region,
embracing its different ecosystems. The parks and nature reserves also maintain an enviable cultural
heritage within their territories. Our cultural and natural heritage are a strong legacy from the past,
which we enjoy today and will pass on to our future generations. On. Dott. Luigi Nocera, Deputy
Minister of Environmental Policy Campania Region – Italy
Local Authority for Environmental Policy
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Greenland’s ice cores provide massive volumes of historical source material. This offers great
potential for research in the correlations between climate, biodiversity patterns, adaptation,
ecosystems and societies, with natural and striking climatic fluctuations taking place over short
periods of time. Among scientists, Greenland is considered a key element of future change as the
melting of its ice sheet is a potential “switch” for the Gulf Stream and the future climate
of Europe.
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Region Västra Götaland in western Sweden has 1.5 million inhabitants and a work force of
50,000. Its main responsibilities are health care and regional development, including public transport
and the environment. Region Västra Götaland has many companies with technological expertise
committed to strong environmental research. Climate change is one of our priorities. We focus on
reducing greenhouse gas emissions from transport and energy use. We have positive experiences from
energy efficient housing and renewable fuels for vehicles.
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As the responsibility of a global citizen, Ricoh group strives to honour obligation-conscious
environmental conservation activities, which we believe are to achieve environmental benefits whilst
promoting business growth. To contend with global warming, Ricoh group has set absolute CO2 reduction
targets of up to 12% (visa- vis 1990) in Japan, and 10% (vis-a-vis 1998) overseas.Consequently, we
promote environmental technology innovation for our business processes and products.
Masamitsu Sakurai, CEO.
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The Basque Country implemented the Basque Environmental Strategy for Sustainable Development in 2002.
As well as defining 223 specific undertakings, this strategy set a fundamental goal to expand the
Basque Country’s sustainable development in economic, social and environmental fields. The fight
against climate change is one of its main priorities and has led to the creation of the Basque Climate
Change Office.
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Regione Emilia-Romagna’s Environment and Sustainable Development Councillorship, together with
HERA (a local public services firm) and CIBA Specialty Chemicals (a private firm) have long been
pursuing sustainable development through new programming instruments, environmental management and
certification. They have been taking concrete measures towards making improvements in the Region, using
United Nations guidelines and best practices.
Lino Zanichelli, Regione Emilia-Romagna’s Councillor
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The expansion of world trade poses a threat to our environment, which is why as industry innovators we
are seeking pro-active solutions. We are translating words into action ever-faster because we take
being “greener” seriously. This is why the intelligent handling solutions we develop not
only increase productivity but promote sustainability and responsible business development.
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J-POWER is a Japanese power generator and wholesaler with an installed capacity of 16 GW. It has been
very active in mitigating climate change through the promotion of clean coal technologies, renewables
and CDM/JI projects. J-POWER is a model global company committed to furthering sustainable
development.
Yoshihiko Nakagaki, President
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The impacts of a changing climate have many implications for the well-being of communities throughout
the Arctic. The Nunavut Government supports actions to reduce the impacts of climate change. With the
effects of climate change on the Arctic, there is a great need for the development of adaptation plans
that would ensure a healthy future for its peoples.
Hon. Patterk Netser, Minister of Environment
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Fuerteventura is by far the most important place to observe a combination of aridity and biodiversity
in the Canary Islands. An authentic oasis in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, a crossroads between the
continents of Europe, Africa and America, where the conservation of our planet is of great importance.
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