News: Palau has become the first country to ban sun cream that is harmful to corals and sea life. Facts: The ban covers chemicals such as oxybenzone and octinoxate used in sunscreen These chemicals are toxic to wildlife species such as corals, fish, and macroalgae. They can cause: o corals to become more susceptible… Continue reading Palau is first country to ban ‘reef toxic’ sun cream
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Palau signs International Solar Alliance Framework agreement
Palau has signed the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Framework Agreement. Palau became the 76th country to sign the ISA Framework Agreement, which till now has been ratified by a total of 54 of the 76 countries. The ISA is an alliance of more than 122 countries initiated by India most of them being sunshine countries… Continue reading Palau signs International Solar Alliance Framework agreement