Story | 29 Jun, 2010
Review of the Shell-IUCN relationship
In accordance with the Shell-IUCN agreement, an independent mid-term review of the collaborative partnership was commissioned by both organizations and presented to the partnership…
Story | 24 Jun, 2010
IWC greatly concerned about Russian oil exploration impacts on Western Gray Whales
At the International Whaling Commission (IWC) annual meeting in Agadir, Morocco, scientists warned that a seismic survey planned off Sakhalin Island by the Russian petroleum company Rosneft could seriously threaten the critically endangered Western Gray Whale population.
Story | 23 Jun, 2010
Offshore wind farms – green energy or biodiversity threat?
In the rush to find new sources of energy and reduce our dependency on fossil fuels, offshore wind farms are increasingly seen as an attractive solution, but their potential impact on marine biodiversity should not be overlooked.
Story | 16 Jun, 2010
arborvitae Issue 41 - Forest finance
 Forest finance
Livelihoods and landscapes: So far, the expectations of PES as a market-based solution for conservation and development have not been met. Feature: Do public goods always have to remain public? REDD: We cannot wait to act on REDD-plus. Local forests: Why, despite…