Julia Marton-Lefèvre appointed Director General of the World Conservation Union
September 19, 2006
Ms. Julia Marton-Lefèvre – a global expert and leader in development and conservation - has been appointed Director General of the World Conservation Union (IUCN), the world’s leading conservation authority. Full release
Release of the 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species reveals ongoing decline of the status of plants and animals
May 02, 2006
The number of known threatened species reaches 16,119. The ranks of those facing extinction are joined by familiar species like the polar bear, hippopotamus and desert gazelles; together with ocean sharks, freshwater fish and Mediterranean flowers. Positive action has helped the white-tailed eagle and offers a glimmer of hope to Indian vultures. Full releaseIUCN Red List 2006
Restoring Nairobi River ecosystems to provide clean water for Kenya's capital and second largest watershed
January 20, 2006
On their way through Kenya’s capital, the Nairobi rivers are being heavily polluted by industries, commerce, agriculture and household wastes. In order to provide clean water for the city and downstream, the World Conservation Union and partners have started the third phase of the Nairobi River Basin Programme. Full Press ReleaseNairobi River Basin Project
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