Story | 25 May, 2017
Paper showing damage to natural World Heritage wins international award
A study revealing the extent of damaging activities and forest loss in Natural World Heritage Sites, led by the University of Queensland with a team of international experts, has won one of the most prestigious international publishing awards.
Story | 24 May, 2017
Mangroves – surviving in "the harsh space between the tides”
Mangrove forests evolved where two of the most contrasting environments on earth meet – the interface between the land and sea.
Story | 22 May, 2017
Second International Meeting of the Global Judicial Institute for the Environment
Over 25 judges from across the world gathered for the Second International Meeting of the Global Judicial Institute for the Environment from 19-21 May 2017 in Brazil.
Story | 22 May, 2017
Privately protected areas: advances and challenges
Protected areas exist under a range of governance types. However, those run by private entities (non-profit organisations, for-profit organisations and individuals) have not always received much attention from the international community. These areas are collectively known as privately protected…
Story | 17 May, 2017
France and IUCN renew partnership to support global environment and development efforts
IUCN has signed a new framework agreement with France for 2017-2020, which aims to support the Union’s work to conserve the planet’s biodiversity and achieve sustainable development.