Combining Conventional and Ecosystem-Based Disaster Risk Reduction for Better Tsunami Mitigation
Studies have been exploring the possibility and benefits of combining ecosystem-based disaster risk reduction with hard-engineered infrastructures to support better tsunami mitigation.... Read more
Biodiversity and Ecosystems
The Therapeutic Power of Indonesian Herbs: Exploring Genomic Pathways to Nature-Based Pharmacy Development
Genomic research offers insight into the biosynthesis of therapeutic compounds in Indonesian herbs and opens new pathways for nature-based pharmacy.... Read more
The Global Ecosystems Atlas for Harmonized Biodiversity Data Mapping
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At COP16, the Group on Earth Observations (GEO) has launched the first stages of the Global Ecosystems Atlas, a mapping and monitoring tool.
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New Environmental and Human Rights Safeguards for UN Carbon Market
The Supervisory Body under the Paris Agreement agreed on mandatory environmental and human rights safeguards for the UN Carbon Market.... Read more
Acknowledging Ecocide to Seek Accountability Against Environmental Offenses
For years, activists and country leaders have been working to establish ecocide as crimes against the environment in international law... Read more
Pakistan’s Marine Protected Areas to Support Marine Conservation
Pakistan designated Astola Island and Churna Island as Marine Protected Areas to strengthen conservation efforts and tackle pollution issues.
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The Controversial Wildlife Culling in Namibia as a Drought-Relief Program
Namibia has adopted wildlife culling to tackle food insecurity, water scarcity, and grazing in the drought-stricken country.
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Exploring Community-Based Conservation Efforts of Black Howler Monkeys
Community-based conservation efforts in Belize contribute to the steady growth of black howler monkey population.
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Involving Local Fishers in Whale Shark Conservation
Overall, enabling local communities as collaborators in whale shark conservation efforts leads to positive results.
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Pathway to Sustainable Tourism in Southeast Asia
A thriving tourism sector has its drawbacks. To address them, ASEAN launched a roadmap for sustainable tourism in the region.... Read more