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On August 23-25, 2017 in the Vladimir region, will be held the All-Russian Ecological Forum 2017 “Ecology. New challenges, new solutions” organized by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Ecology of the Russian Federation and the administration of the Vladimir region. The event is aimed at creating incentives for growth of environmental consciousness, bringing of environmental activities to a brand new level, improving environmental safety and involving young people in addressing urgent and strategic environmental objectives of the regions.

The Natural History Museum of Tatarstan invites to visit the exhibition “Russia Nature Reserves. Kronotsky Reserve”, dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the founding of the reserve system in Russia and the Year of Ecology. Visitors can see the photos revealing the diversity and originality of the wild nature of Russia. The pictures show volcanoes and geysers, amazing ecosystems of the cleanest rivers, lakes and ancient forests, living waters of ​​the Pacific Ocean, the full of colors steppe world

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Ecology of the Russian Federation and the National Foundation “Wild country” invite employees in the field of science of state nature reserves and national parks to participate in the contest “Best in Profession: Research Associate”.
The contest is held in the following categories:

Leaders, chiefs and representatives of volunteer, voluntary non-profit organizations and associations, initiative volunteer groups aged 18 to 30 are invited to participate in the All-Russian contest “Volunteer of Russia – 2017”.
The contest is held in the following categories:
- Environmental volunteering (volunteering in the field of environmental protection and solving environmental problems);
- Social volunteering (volunteer activities aimed at helping disabled people, orphanages, elderly single people);

The IV International Geological Forum “Geological Exploration 2017” will be held on October 25, 2017 in Moscow. The event will be attended by representatives of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Ecology of Russia, the Ministry of Energy of Russia, the Federal Agency for Subsoil Use, the State Commission on Mineral Reserves, heads of exploration and service enterprises, and top management of extractive companies.

The young readers of Kazan discover the world of Tatarstan nature with their fingertips. Visitors to the Republican Special Library for the Blind and Visually Impaired are actively learning the book “The Ecological Guide to the Green Corners of the Republic of Tatarstan”. As the library director Nail’ Safargaleev noted, the new edition of regional studies has become a real gift for curious readers, as children study the Tatarstan nature with high interest.

Applications for participation in the photo contest “Wild Nature of Russia 2017”, organized by the Limited Liability Company Moskoutayms, started. The event is aimed at supporting and developing the creative skills of participants and the formation of citizens' interest in studying the geography of Russia. Residents of Russia aged 18+ may participate. A separate "Young Talents" nomination is organized for underage participants.

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Ecology of the Russian Federation, in conjunction with the Green Movement of Russia EKA launched a children’s creative contest "Colorful Drops", which aims to popularize water conservation ideas and respect for water resources among preschool children, schoolchildren, their parents, and the pedagogical community. Children aged 3 to 18 can take part in the contest. To participate, it is necessary to register on the official website of the project разноцветныекапли.рф, fill out the questionnaire and upload the work in the personal cabinet in one or more of the following categories:

Today Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Tatarstan Farid Abdulganiev got acquainted with the course of work on the overhaul of the hydraulic structure in the village of Morty, which was found in an emergency condition, and the work on cleaning and channeling on the Tanaika River near the village Kolosovka of Elabuga municipal district. Socially significant facilities, gas pipeline, power lines, roads – all this during the spring flood can appear under water.

To clean the reservoir of debris and draw public attention to environmental issues. With this purpose, an environmental action was held today in the village of Yudino on Lake Izumrudnoye. The event was organized by the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Tatarstan in cooperation with the regional branch of the Russian Geographical Society in Tatarstan. All those who came to support the environmental action received gloves and garbage bags. Among the activists there are members of the environmental movement “Budetchisto”, the All-Russia People's Front, the volunteer environmental staff, and the indifferent citizens of the republic.