Category: Ecosystem Services
Proof Is in the Cheetah
Written by Eddie Game | March 28th, 2012
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In the harsh aridlands of northern Kenya, a community project is helping restore grasslands, wildlife and people’s livelihoods.
Scientist Michael Beck Awarded Pew Fellowship in Marine Conservation
Written by Darci Palmquist | February 28th, 2012
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The Nature Conservancy’s lead marine scientist will undertake a three-year research project to address critical challenges facing our oceans.
An Alaska Salmon Stream Gets New Life in More Ways Than One
Written by Dustin Solberg | February 24th, 2012
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A salmon stream in Alaska was once so damaged it was thought to be beyond repair, and it had a name that reflected that feeling. Now the stream, and it’s new name, are beautiful examples of restoration.
Cool Green Morning: Friday, February 24
Written by Brad Parker | February 24th, 2012
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But will the wind farm be made of interlocking plastic parts?
- Overfishing costs the EU 100,000 jobs and £2.7 billion each year. (TreeHugger)
- LEGO’s owners are putting $500M into an offshore wind farm. (CleanTechnica)
- Is the world’s most popular sports team also the greenest? (GreenBiz)
- Federal raids in the U.S. deal a serious blow to illegal rhino trade. (LA Times)
- OK, now this is getting serious. Warming climate could make us all shrink. (TG Daily)
Is Mother Nature in Your Family Tree?
Written by Madeline Breen | January 11th, 2012
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When we asked you, our readers, how your families have affected your conservation values, you had a lot to say. Here are the inspiring stories that stood out.
Nature Brains: Conserving Grasslands Can Help Millions of People
Written by Darci Palmquist | December 22nd, 2011
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Can saving nature also help lift people out of poverty? A new Conservancy study finds a simple and scalable solution for grassland communities around the world.
Cool Green Morning: Monday, December 19
Written by Madeline Breen | December 19th, 2011
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It’s Monday. [Scuba] dive in and read some green news!
- The world’s coral reefs are in danger, but there is one anomaly: the Gardens of the Queen. (CBS News)
- The wine industry feels the effects of climate change. (Yale Environment 360)
- Should media companies that film the natural world re-invest their profits in conservation? (Scientific American)
- Some environmental groups use pressure tactics to get their point across. (Green)
- Boston attempts to filter diesel construction equipment. (Boston Globe)
Expedition to the Raja Ampat Islands: The Journey Home
Written by Joanne Wilson | December 2nd, 2011
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Jo and Sangeeta reflect on a tiring and inspiring journey to the Raja Ampat Islands, where the team’s research will help protect both nature and people.
Small Fish Makes Big Splash
Written by Jay Odell | November 17th, 2011
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New harvest limits for menhaden has fish fans around the country smiling. But first — what the heck are menhaden, what’s the problem and why do we care?
The 4 Kings in 15 Days: The Raja Ampat Monitoring Expedition Blog
Written by Joanne Wilson | November 15th, 2011
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We’re leading an expedition to what may be the richest marine environment on Earth, home to over 1,400 species of fish and over 550 species of coral. Find out why we’re going.
