Category: Sustainability
Sustainability for sailors
Protecting the High Seas: Addressing Climate Change for Conservation
The world’s oceans are experiencing an unprecedented heatwave, with temperatures reaching record-breaking highs due to El Niño weather patterns. This has led to concerns about the impact of climate change
DetailReforestation Costs Lower Than Expected
Restoring forests is crucial for mitigating climate change, but it can be costly and there are different approaches to achieve it. A recent study, published in Nature Climate Change, compares
DetailDivers Unite to Clean Up Ghost Gear Haunting the Seas
For close to twenty years, Edgardo Ochoa has dedicated himself to solving a persistent problem. As Conservation International’s marine and diving safety officer, he has tirelessly removed abandoned fishing gear
DetailClimate Tipping Points on the Horizon as Global Temperatures Increase
Earth is facing the threat of reaching climate tipping points that could lead to irreversible environmental collapse. According to a recent study, even small increases in temperature can determine whether
DetailStudy suggests adding trees to farms can help combat climate change
Are forests and farms really at odds when it comes to fighting climate change? A groundbreaking new study by Conservation International says no, pointing to ways for forests and farms
DetailForests in Kenya: Protecting Communities from the Brink
Agnes Nailantei fondly recalls a time when life was simpler in Kenya’s Chyulu Hills. Coming from a lineage of Maasai pastoralists, the region provided ample pasture and plentiful harvests of
DetailProtecting Indonesia’s Coral Reefs through Landmark Debt Swap
The Indonesian government recently announced a groundbreaking deal to allocate over US$35 million owed to the United States towards the conservation of coral reefs in the most biodiverse ocean region
DetailSevere drought and wildfires devastate the Amazon
The Amazon rainforest is facing its worst drought in recorded history, with major rivers drying up and wildfires spreading uncontrollably. The lack of significant rainfall is expected to continue until
DetailStudy Reveals Surf Spots as Climate Hotspots
Surf breaks around the world are not only popular for their stunning beauty and thrilling waves but also play a crucial role in combating climate change. A groundbreaking new study
DetailFewer Fish in the Sea Than Previously Believed
There are many fish in the sea, but their populations are declining due to climate change, pollution, and overfishing. A recent study shows that global fish populations have been overestimated
Detail