Sustainability for sailors

Reviving a Critical Fishery with Enhanced Protections

Fishing plays a vital role in the way of life in Peru. The Mar Tropical de Grau is a crucial fishing area in the country, supplying two-thirds of the fish

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The Importance of Indigenous Peoples in Combating Climate Change

Brutal heat waves swept through the Southern Hemisphere earlier this year, and now the Northern Hemisphere is facing a long, hot summer. A “heat dome” is expected to cover much

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Potential Disruption of Manta ‘Superhighway’ by Mining Operations

If you’re a reef manta, then northeastern Indonesia is the place to be. In the clear blue waters of the Raja Ampat archipelago, these majestic creatures thrive, with populations actually

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Pathogens on the Move as the Planet Warms

Half of the world’s population resides in regions where dengue fever is a prevalent threat. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently alerted healthcare professionals about the

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Navigating a Sustainable Future on World Oceans Day

The ocean is the lifeblood of our planet, providing food, regulating climate, and supporting economies. However, unprecedented heat waves, coastal development, overfishing, and pollution are threatening marine ecosystems and the

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Unique Desert Preservation: Where Tradition Meets Innovation

The vast grasslands of sub-Saharan Africa are both beautiful and at risk. In a new series called “Saving the Savanna,” we explore how communities are working to protect these important

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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

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Reforestation 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

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Divers 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

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Climate 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

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