Tag: Conservation efforts
Global Conservation Projects Face Impact of USAID Funding Cuts
So, on February 3, there's this guy, Elon Musk, who decided to share his weekend activities on social media. He typed something like, "Spent the weekend feeding USAID into the wood chipper. Could gone...
Malayan Tiger Population Decline: A Critical Situation – Inside Climate News
So, like, there's this thing happening in Malaysia where logging and palm oil plantations are spreading like wildfire. I mean, it's really messing with the wildlife's homes, especially the critically endangered Malayan tigers. It's...
UN COP16: Countries Support $200-Billion Biodiversity Conservation Plan
The COP16 UN Biodiversity Conference recently concluded in Rome, with countries pledging $200 billion annually by 2030 to safeguard the planet’s biodiversity. While this agreement marks a significant step forward, critics argue that more...
Conservation Funding Favors Large Vertebrates Over Lesser-Known Species
Conservation Funding: A Closer Look at the Disparities in Support for Endangered Species When we think of conservation efforts, our minds may conjure images of majestic elephants, powerful rhinoceroses, or colorful parrots. These larger, dynamic...
Climate Change and Public Parks: Uniting Communities for Sustainability
The EXPLORE Act, a groundbreaking piece of legislation designed to enhance outdoor access, was recently passed by Congress in 2024. This success highlighted a common love for nature that transcends political divisions, paving the...
Threat to Pennsylvania Wetlands Under Trump’s Fast-Track Order
Pennsylvania’s wetlands are facing a new threat following a recent order from the Trump administration. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has been directed to "fast-track" applications from fossil fuel and other companies to...
Impacts on Land, Water, and Wildlife After Federal Holiday Firings
President’s Day weekend brought a wave of shock and sadness as thousands of federal employees in the U.S. Forest Service and Department of Interior were suddenly let go, leaving behind chaos and uncertainty. The...
Benefits of Reintroducing Wolves to Scottish Highlands – Study
A groundbreaking study led by scientists at the University of Leeds has shed light on the potential benefits of reintroducing wolves to the Scottish Highlands. The research, which focuses on the impact of wolves...
Rare Sighting of Plains-Wanderer in Australia After 30 Years
Rare Sighting of Plains-Wanderer in Australia After 30 Years After more than three decades, the critically endangered Plains-wanderer has been spotted in Australia, specifically west of Melbourne. This remarkable discovery was made by Zoos Victoria,...
Challenges of Green Corridor Project in DRC Forest Communities
A colossal new conservation initiative in the heart of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has recently sparked both excitement and concern among environmentalists and local communities. This project, known as the Green Corridor,...
