Lessons from the Mountain Top
Mountain ecosystems are unique, and harbour a diversity of animals and habitats. But mountains are also extremely vulnerable – exposed to climate change, weather events and pressures from overgrazing. By … Read More
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Building with Nature in Indonesia
The mangroves of Indonesia help shelter coastal communities from rising seas and storm surges, problems expected to become more severe with climate changes. However, in many places, mangroves have been … Read More
Reviving coastal and inland ecosystems
Comoros, St Lucia and Vanuatu, all low-lying island states, face the threat of extinction as a result of rising waters due to climate change. At the same time, the degradation … Read More
Community-based Conservation Saves Belize Barrier Reef
Community-based conservation is playing an important role in empowering local tour guides, fishermen and volunteers with relevant skills and resources in saving the Belize Barrier Reef. The coastal community of … Read More