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The German semi-postal stamp calling for protection of the environment, 2016, stressed the complex problems of the Alps region. Transport and tourism are major factors but receding glaciers and melting permafrost are already threatening many areas.  |
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This is the FDC that goes with the stamp above. Capricorn, marmot and jackdaw are three of the animal species typical of alpine regions. The cancellation shows a bobcat, but they are still rare.  |
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United States
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Czech Republic International Year of Planet Earth February 20, 2008 The International Year of Planet Earth, declared by the United Nations, aims to advance sustainable development by supporting research in Earth sciences.  |
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United States
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Morocco Earth Day April 22, 2010 The design emphasizes environmental conservation.  |
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Belgium European Nature Conservation Year March 7, 1970 The stamp set marks the first Nature Conservation initiative organized by the Council of Europe.  |
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Australia
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Australians. "Oceans Day" coming up.......... Ban the Plastic bag !  New Zealand Conservation Cinderellas 1986  |
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United States Go Green April 14, 2011 The stamp set seeks to raise awareness of simple actions everyone can take to conserve natural resources and promote a healthy environment. These actions include (1) buy local produce and reuse bags, (2) fix water leaks, (3) share rides, (4) turn off lights not in use, (5) choose to walk, (6) compost, (7) let nature do the work, (8) recycle more, (9) ride a bike, (10) plant trees, (11) insulate the home, (12) use public transportation, (13) use efficient light bulbs, (14) adjust the thermostat, and (15) maintain tire pressure.  |
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For this year's World Environment Day the UN put out beautiful photographs of nature. (Geneva office, Swiss francs)  |
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United States
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Bosnia and Herzegovina Earth Day April 15, 2002 Trees and the sky  |
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United States
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United States
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Poland Earth Day in Poland April 22, 2007 The design emphasizes recycling.  |
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United States
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Switzerland European Nature Conservation Year September 17, 1970 Year of Nature 1970, stylized tree, stars representing European countries.  |
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United States
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Spain European Nature Conservation Year April 6, 1995 Stylized hand and tree, stars for European countries, logo of safety pin and leave  |
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Portugal Nature Protection December 22, 1971 The stamp set promotes protection of land, air, and water.  |
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