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Every year, about 200 thousand tons of fruits and vegetables are exported from China to Russia through the Suifenhe checkpoint.

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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

Beijing, September 23 (Xinhua) — The Suifenhe Port, located in Heilongjiang Province on the border between China and Russia, is an important collection and distribution hub for fruits and vegetables destined for the Russian market. Approximately 200,000 tons of fruits and vegetables are exported from China to Russia through the port annually, according to a statement posted on the official website of the Suifenhe city government.

The unique geographical advantages, convenient logistics, and efficient customs clearance at Suifenhe checkpoint provide a reliable guarantee for the export of fruits and vegetables to Russia through this border crossing.

While previously only a few types of fruits and vegetables, including apples, citrus fruits, onions, and cabbage, were exported to Russia through the Suifenhe checkpoint, the export range has now expanded to over 20 varieties. Suifenhe Customs, maintaining close ties with exporting companies, promptly resolves any problems they encounter during declaration and inspection, thereby facilitating the growth of Chinese fruit and vegetable exports to Russia.

Fruits and vegetables have already become one of the main export items through the Suifenhe checkpoint. They primarily go to markets in the Russian Far East, including Primorsky Krai and Khabarovsk Krai.

Li Zhiqiang, director of Yuanfeng Economic and Trade Co., Ltd. in Suifenhe, explained that his company has been involved in cross-border transportation of fruits and vegetables for 30 years. Vegetables are primarily delivered to Suifenhe from the provinces of Shandong, Henan, and Hebei. They arrive daily in the afternoon and can be on Russian consumers' tables the following morning, he said.

Chinese fruits and vegetables are now available in many Russian supermarkets. A Russian merchant named Ivan said that Chinese fruits and vegetables offer competitive advantages in terms of price and quality, making them affordable for ordinary people.

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September 19, 2025

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: Ecology Foundation

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#Honest processing: processing of car tires

Car tires aren't just waste; they contain materials that are recyclable and can be reused. However, if improperly disposed of, tires pose a serious environmental hazard, as they take up to 100 years to decompose.

Why is tire recycling so important?

• Environmental pollution: Old tires are a source of toxic substances such as cadmium, lead, zinc, and others. These substances can leak into the soil and water, polluting natural resources.

• Air Pollution: Tires burned in landfills or unauthorized places emit hazardous toxic gases such as carbon dioxide.

• Resource savings: Recycling tires allows textiles, steel and rubber to be recovered from them, which can be reused to make new products.

What happens to tires after recycling?

1. Crushing: The tires are crushed into small pieces.

2. Metal removal: The metal cord is removed from the tire.

3. Recycling: The resulting material is used to make various products such as new rubber surfaces, roads, rugs, playground surfaces, etc.

Where to dispose of car tires?

• Tire collection points – many cities have specialized centers for collecting old tires.

• Auto repair shops and tire shops – most tire replacement services offer to take away old tires for recycling.

• Eco-projects and campaigns – some environmental initiatives collect tires as part of campaigns and recycling.

Interesting facts:

• Every year, 1 billion tires are thrown away worldwide, of which only a small fraction are recycled.

• Recycling 1 ton of tires can save up to 50 liters of oil that would otherwise be used to produce new materials.

Proper disposal of old tires is not only a contribution to environmental protection, but also a growing industry with great potential!

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September 15, 2025 Let's save the dzerens: your contribution will save lives!

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Source: Ecology Foundation

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You already know about our campaign to save the Mongolian gazelles in Transbaikalia. We told you about an incident where a herd of Mongolian gazelles was migrating along the Onon River and got caught in a narrow gap between bushes and the slopes of the Kukulbey Ridge. The animals simply didn't recognize the danger—they ran along the tracks, mistaking them for part of the steppe. The same thing happens on highways: cars hit Mongolian gazelles. Drivers and passengers alike are at risk.

There's a solution! Place signs along the highways warning drivers to be more careful. We need 234,396 rubles for materials and installation.

Thank you to everyone who has already supported us—your help is inspiring! We're almost there! We're just 48,989 rubles short of the fundraising goal. Even a small donation—500 or 1,000 rubles—will bring us closer to our goal.

Let's save the Valley of the Dzerens together and return the steppes to their inhabitants!

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On September 15, 2025, Rosselkhozbank and Rosprirodnadzor tidied up the Arsenyev Embankment.

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Source: Ecology Foundation

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Rosselkhozbank and Rosprirodnadzor have tidied up the Arsenyev Embankment.

On September 15, employees of the Primorsky branch of the Russian Agricultural Bank, together with the Far Eastern Interregional Administration of Rosprirodnadzor and the Ecology Foundation, landed an environmental landing party near the Arsenyev Embankment, a small but charming coastal area near the Kirpichny Zavod Bay on the Second River.

The embankment was recently improved in 2022: concrete paths, lighting, lounge chairs and benches, a rubber-surfaced workout area, and a small parking lot replaced the wasteland. Swimming is prohibited in this area of Amur Bay, but this doesn't stop residents from using it for walks with children and meeting up with friends, making periodic cleanup days a popular choice.

Around 60 volunteers, passionate about nature and community, bravely fought against trash. In two hours of coordinated work, the team cleared the area of plastic bottles, glass, old furniture, and car tires. In total, they collected approximately one ton of waste and more than two dozen tires. Information boards with environmental messages were installed on the beach, and new benches and trash cans made from recycled plastic were installed in the Vladivostok Honorary Citizens' Square. The city administration helped with trash removal.

Rosselkhozbank has been operating in Primorye since 2002 and has established itself not only as a reliable financial partner for organizations and residents of the region but also as a socially responsible company. Rosselkhozbank cares for the environment, participates in greening the city, plants trees, and regularly holds cleanup days.

"This year, we chose a popular location within the city for our traditional autumn cleanup, not just one of the beaches on Russky Island," emphasized Elena Bakumenko, Director of the Primorsky Branch of Rosselkhozbank. "We wanted to be closer to people and their daily joys. Living in a coastal city, enjoying seaside walks, magnificent sunsets, and sports, all in a clean and beautiful environment—we were happy to participate."

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On September 12, 2025, the Russian Agricultural Bank and Rosprirodnadzor conducted a joint environmental cleanup of the shore of Seroglazka Bay in Kamchatka.

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Source: Ecology Foundation

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The Russian Agricultural Bank and Rosprirodnadzor conducted a joint environmental cleanup of the shores of Seroglazka Bay in Kamchatka.

The Ecology Foundation of the Russian Agricultural Bank (RSHB), together with the Far Eastern Interregional Administration of Rosprirodnadzor and the Center for Laboratory Analysis and Technical Measurements (TsLATI) in Kamchatka Krai, conducted an environmental cleanup of the shores of Seroglazka Bay in Kamchatka.

Over 30 volunteers participated in the event. They tidied up the coastal area of Seroglazka Bay, located at the foot of Mishennaya Sopka, and placed posters encouraging cleanliness on an information board. Specialists from the TsLATI center took water samples for analysis. The goal of the event was to encourage vacationers to keep the shores of bodies of water clean and tidy.

Alexander Lesin, Deputy Head of the Far Eastern Interregional Administration of Rosprirodnadzor, stated that Seroglazka Bay in Avacha Bay is a water body of the highest fisheries category. The bay's shores are a focal point for residents and visitors of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. By our example, we want to show that caring for nature begins with us, and we hope that residents and visitors of Kamchatka will follow suit.

"Rosselkhozbank supports environmental initiatives aimed at improving the condition of soil, air, water, and natural resources. The employees of Rosselkhozbank's Kamchatka branch share these values and actively participate in environmental and volunteer projects. Today, we haven't just cleaned up the bay—we've taken an important step toward a sustainable future, which begins with each of us. We're proud to be able to contribute to preserving the unique natural environment of our region," said Andrey Mayorov, Director of Rosselkhozbank's Kamchatka branch.

"For the fourth year in a row, we've been holding a joint campaign with Rosselkhozbank and Rosprirodnadzor to clean up waterways in various cities across our country. And now we've reached the most remote corners – today we're cleaning the shores of Seroglazka Bay in Kamchatka, but it's not just a cleanup. We've also set up an information stand to remind vacationers to take their trash home and vacation with an environmentally responsible attitude," noted Elmira Morozova, Director of the Ecology Foundation.

The Ecology Foundation for Sustainable Development and Environmental Protection Projects was established by Rosselkhozbank in 2021. The foundation's activities are aimed at promoting the principles of rational and careful resource use among the population.

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September 11, 2025

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: Ecology Foundation

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Svetlana Akulova is the General Director of the Moscow Zoo, a member of the Moscow City Duma, and one of the most prominent figures in the environmental movement in Russia. Her work not only involves managing one of Europe's oldest zoos but also making a real contribution to biodiversity conservation, the development of environmental education, and the protection of nature through legislation.

As a Moscow City Duma deputy, Svetlana actively promotes initiatives aimed at improving conditions for animals in the city, developing environmental infrastructure, and educational projects. She raises issues of protecting natural areas, improving waste management, and developing ecotourism in the capital.

Under the leadership of Svetlana Akulova, the Moscow Zoo actively participates in international programs for the breeding and conservation of rare species. One of its signature projects was its participation in a program to restore the population of the Far Eastern leopard, one of the rarest predators on the planet. Thanks to the coordinated work of Russian and international specialists, as well as the support of centers like the Moscow Zoo, the chances of this species' survival have significantly increased.

Svetlana places particular emphasis on modernizing the zoo's infrastructure for the animals' benefit: enclosures are being renovated, spaces are being expanded, and conditions are being created that are as close as possible to their natural habitat. One of the major projects of recent years, for example, has been the opening of a new polar bear complex, complete with a large pool, cooled areas, and specialized exercise equipment to stimulate the animals' activity.

Educational initiatives are also actively developing. Under Akulova's leadership, the zoo created an Ecology Center, where children and adults can learn more about environmental issues through lectures, quests, and workshops. Specialized educational and engagement programs for schoolchildren are helping to shape a new generation of environmentally responsible citizens.

Svetlana Akulova also raises issues of urban animal protection and ecotourism development. She actively advocates for creating favorable habitats for birds and small mammals in cities and supports rehabilitation programs for animals harmed in the wild.

Thanks to her efforts, the Moscow Zoo has become not only a symbol of Moscow but also an example of a modern approach to environmental protection. Svetlana Akulova proves every day that caring for animals means caring for the future of the entire planet.

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September 19, 2025 THIS IS IMPORTANT TO US! Protected area

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Source: Preserved Embassy Foundation

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I hereby voluntarily, of my own free will and in my interests give my consent to the Foundation "Zapovednoye Posolstvo", OGRN 1187700012829, INN/KPP 7728437737 / 772801001, located at: 117335, Moscow, Arkhitektora Vlasova St., Building No. 3, (hereinafter referred to as the Foundation), for the automated and non-automated processing of my personal data, including the use of Internet web analytics services in accordance with the following list:

Last name. First name. Middle name. Contact phone number. Email address. User ID stored in cookie. Source of entry to the Foundation's website. Search or advertising query information. Region.

for the purposes of compliance with the legislation of the Russian Federation; concluding and executing contracts; informing about new products and services; preparing individual offers; conducting advertising activities; providing Users with access to specialized information; processing applications on the Fund's Website; forming a personnel reserve; publishing on the website, in internal directories, and in the organization's address books; carrying out activities in accordance with the constituent documents; sending out informational notifications.

The Foundation has the right to process my personal data in the following ways: collection, recording, systematization, accumulation, storage, updating, modification, use, transfer (distribution, provision, access).

This consent comes into force from the moment I tick the consent box and is valid for the periods established by the current legislation of the Russian Federation.

In all other respects not provided for in this Agreement, the Foundation and Users are guided by the Personal Data Processing Policy (hereinafter referred to as the Policy) and applicable provisions of current Russian Federation law. In the event of any conflict between the terms of this Agreement and the terms of the Policy, the terms of the Policy shall prevail.

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September 16, 2025 Eco-meeting "Siberian Perspective. Volunteers": Northern Garden, updated eco-trail, and a shared love for good deeds in a protected environment

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The fifth traditional volunteer gathering took place at the Bobrovy Log Fun Park in Krasnoyarsk. Norilsk Nickel brought together volunteers from major corporations. On the first day of the "Siberian Perspective. Volunteers" Eco-meeting, a roundtable discussion was held, where participants discussed the most successful practices, prospects for the development of the volunteer movement, and the role of corporate volunteers in biodiversity conservation.

The second day was dedicated to landscaping the Bobrovy Log Fun Park and the Krasnoyarsk Stolby National Park. Back in 2018, Krasnoyarsk became a permanent venue for Norilsk Nickel employee initiatives, and in 2021, the "Siberian Perspective" summit and eco-meeting were held for the first time. Over the years, volunteers have built an eco-trail at the entrance to the Krasnoyarsk Stolby National Park from the Bobrovy Log side, installed information boards, and constructed observation decks.

"We gather in this beautiful place to do wonderful and kind environmental work," noted Elena Kryuchkova, Head of Social Capital and Philanthropy Development at Norilsk Nickel. "The Bobrovy Log Fun Park is our infrastructure facility, bordering the Krasnoyarsk Stolby National Park. It has become a favorite spot for all city residents. We believe our mission is to focus our efforts on making this area even more beautiful, so that people love and care for the nature that exists here. Norilsk Nickel volunteers work alongside volunteers from other companies, creating ecological routes and engaging in environmental education. The company is solving an important problem by being a leader in volunteer programs in Russia, uniting partners around its initiatives."

The number of participants at the events increases every year. This year, representatives from not only Norilsk Nickel, but also Rosatom, Sber, Sibur, Russian Railways, MTS, and other organizations are participating in the eco-meeting.

"This Nornickel project is extremely important. Its value lies in the fact that corporate volunteers from various companies have gathered in one place; no one is trying to take matters into their own hands, but everyone is working together on a common cause," emphasized Vitaly Drozdov, Chairman of the Natural Resources and Environment Committee of the Legislative Assembly of the Krasnoyarsk Territory. "This is precisely the task of the state, among others: to unite efforts."

Eco-Let's Day 2025 is taking place in the year of Norilsk Nickel's 90th anniversary and Krasnoyarsk Stolby National Park's 100th anniversary. As Vyacheslav Shcherbakov, director of the national park, said, gathering together to do good deeds has truly become a good tradition. This year, volunteers planted Siberian plants and seedlings, cleared vandalized graffiti from the rocks of Maly Takmak, repaired an eco-trail, and replaced information boards.

On the slope of the Northern Garden—the name given to the landscaped area in Bobrovy Log—volunteers planted bergenia, shrubs, and mountain pine. These plants create a landscape reminiscent of the Arctic tundra and serve to stabilize the soil on the slopes.

"Mountain pine has proven itself and is considered the best species for stabilizing such slopes. It takes root well, and in just two or three years we'll see a lush, beautiful, and environmentally friendly garden," noted Vyacheslav Shcherbakov, who is participating in the planting.

Fog and light rain did not prevent the renovation of the boardwalk on the eco-trail in the National Park.

The Zapovednoye Posledstvo Foundation has been a partner of the Siberian Perspective rally for five years.

"We hope to extend the eco-trail toward the main Pillars. The Bobrovy Log Fun Park and the National Park are places of power that truly evoke a desire to help. Volunteers eagerly participate in this event every year, waiting and asking, 'Well, when will it be?'" noted Ksenia Gasparyan, the foundation's Development Director.

As a reminder, starting in 2025, Norilsk Nickel will combine its key corporate projects—the "World of New Opportunities" charitable program and the "Kindness Factory" corporate volunteering program—into a large-scale social capital development program called "People of the Territory."

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On September 13, 2025, the "Siberian Perspective" Eco-Rally kicked off in Krasnoyarsk. Volunteers in the protected area.

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Source: Preserved Embassy Foundation

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A major eco-volunteer event has kicked off: the "Siberian Perspective. Volunteers" Eco-Rally! Norilsk Nickel is organizing the eco-rally, and the Zapovednoye Posledstvo Foundation is, as always, one of the partners.

Following an established tradition, the Bobrovy Log Fun Park has become a place where active volunteers exchange ideas and experiences, turning them into initiatives to improve the urban environment and natural areas.

The first day flew by in a flash! The roundtable discussion focused on the role of corporate volunteers in biodiversity conservation, environmental education, and strengthening partnerships.

Ksenia Gasparyan, Development Director of the Nature Conservation Embassy Foundation, opened the roundtable. She discussed national conservation priorities, new volunteer trends in biodiversity conservation, and, of course, how businesses and society are engaging in these processes.

"The new national project boasts impressive figures for the number of visitors to protected areas. To preserve our natural heritage, we need to create nature-friendly infrastructure, and this presents challenges for both the state and companies. So what does this have to do with volunteers? Volunteers can be involved in this, too. Volunteers are not just a workforce, but potential friends and ambassadors of the harmonious coexistence of humans and nature. There are many areas that can be implemented today with volunteers," Ksenia said.

What did Ksenia mean by "multiple directions"? For example, the excellent experience of scientific volunteering in the form of expeditions currently taking place in protected areas in the regions where Norilsk Nickel operates (remember we wrote about them?). In this experimental format, science department employees, who usually rarely meet with volunteers, were surprised by their interest, involvement, desire to learn new things, and the considerable amount of assistance they provide.

Tomorrow, participants will enjoy even more activities, experience sharing, and lively interaction. Stay tuned!

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September 11, 2025: "One hundred beacons of assistance to protected areas lit up across the country": the fourth season of the Potanin Foundation's "Preserving Heritage" School concluded.

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The fourth season of one of the largest volunteer projects in the country, the Potanin Foundation's "Preserving Heritage" School, concluded in Kenozersky National Park.

Students and teachers participating in the Vladimir Potanin Scholarship Program, selected through a competitive process, became volunteers for the School. They had the opportunity to help preserve the unique historical and natural heritage, and as a bonus, they were given the opportunity to travel to the most amazing corners of the country, experience ancient crafts and modern technologies, learn more about Russia's nature reserve system, and gain unforgettable experiences. The Foundation School is an initiative of the Potanin Foundation, with the "Reserve Embassy" Foundation serving as its partner.

In 2025, 283 Foundation scholarship recipients and grantee teachers participated in the Foundation's School. School volunteers attended eight cultural heritage sites (museum-reserves), 12 national parks, 13 nature reserves, and one natural monument—34 territories total. These ranged from popular sites of crucial importance to Russian history and culture, such as Tsarskoye Selo and Yasnaya Polyana, to the hidden, hard-to-reach, and incredibly beautiful Sailyugemsky National Park and Katunsky Nature Reserve. In each area, volunteers performed both physical work (landscape improvements, tourist infrastructure repairs, housekeeping, etc.) and intellectual tasks (visitor surveys, data processing and cataloging, scientific research, content creation, etc.). There were also unique tasks: for example, in Kenozersky National Park, volunteers from the Foundation School verified over 1,000 books in the memorial library of folklorist Yuri Smirnov, and in the Orenburg Nature Reserves, they participated in the collection and study of biomaterial from the endangered Przewalski's horses.

Oksana Oracheva, CEO of the Potanin Foundation: "This year, 34 volunteer programs were held in 25 regions across the country. This is 1.5 times more than the previous year. We are especially pleased that the School's 100th session is taking place in Kenozerye, the territory of our long-standing partner and repeated beneficiary. I would like to point out that the opportunity to explore protected areas in this format and personally contribute to their development is a starting point for many to further their immersion in environmental issues. For example, during our pilot sessions in 2022, the camp leaders were individuals who had long-standing professional involvement in the environmental movement, and this year, 26 of the 34 camp leaders were Foundation scholarship recipients from various years. We are delighted that we are creating such an inspiring project, even a movement, that creates opportunities not only for the areas we work with but also transforms people, demonstrating how interconnected culture, nature, and heritage are today."

The Foundation School 2025 was held under the motto "Lighting the Beacons." The organizers imbued this phrase with several meanings. It represented the beacons of help that lit up across the country. It also represented the fact that the Foundation School highlighted each region, making it more widely known and visible on the map of Russia. Finally, each lit beacon represented each participant, as the organizers made an effort to fully develop and showcase the talents of each scholarship volunteer.

Natalia Danilina, President of the Nature Embassy Foundation: "The Foundation School's volunteer season concluded with a symbolic 100th volunteer shift since the project's launch in 2022. Yes, the Potanin Foundation and the Nature Embassy Foundation have already organized 100 volunteer camps. The project has become large-scale, encompassing many regions, but most importantly, it is expanding not only in breadth but also in depth! Volunteers are gaining experience, and their work is becoming increasingly diverse and complex, requiring their professional skills and even revealing their talents! The training of camp leaders and volunteer organizers from nature reserves and parks has become more thorough. We see that the project is beginning to contribute not only to the promotion of volunteerism but also to the development of the nature reserve system as a whole, as well as to the interaction between protected areas and nature reserve museums, custodians of natural and cultural heritage. We believe in the value of this project and are interested in its further development."

The Foundation's School is the Potanin Foundation's largest environmental and volunteer initiative, combining education, practical training, and contributions to the preservation of natural and cultural heritage. It creates a unique environment for participants' professional and personal growth, engaging them in real-world projects in the country's specially protected areas. The Zapovednoye Posledstvo (Protected Embassy) Charitable Educational Foundation is the School's partner. Since the start of the volunteer program in 2022, 560 scholarship recipients and teachers have participated in the Foundation's School. In 2025, an additional 283 volunteers joined their ranks.

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