2011 in the environment

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This is a list of notable events relating to the environment in 2011. They relate to environmental law, conservation, environmentalism and environmental issues.

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References

  1. Birdguides. "RSPB Holiday island a deathtrap for birds" . Retrieved 23 October 2011.
  2. RSPB. "Bird death toll on holiday island reaches one million" . Retrieved 23 October 2011.