The establishment of FCAs was a response to the sudden abolition in 2012 of the private fishing lots that had historically controlled fishing in the Tonle Sap, a decision that risked triggering a “tragedy of the commons” outcome in the absence of improved fisheries management. These FCAs were small but strategically located to protect key…

The establishment of FCAs was a response to the sudden abolition in 2012 of the private fishing lots that had historically controlled fishing in the Tonle Sap, a decision that risked triggering a “tragedy of the commons” outcome in the absence of improved fisheries management. These FCAs were small but strategically located to protect key…

The establishment of FCAs was a response to the sudden abolition in 2012 of the private fishing lots that had historically controlled fishing in the Tonle Sap, a decision that risked triggering a “tragedy of the commons” outcome in the absence of improved fisheries management. These FCAs were small but strategically located to protect key…

Announcement Join Us for the Kern River Valley Heritage Foundation Open House Recap! The Kern River Valley Heritage Foundation extends a warm thank you to Deanne Schulman for her remarkable contributions to our recent Open House at Hanning Flat on Saturday, October 28th. The event was a tremendous success, highlighting the beauty and importance of…

If you like taking pictures of nature and posting them online, you can help conservationists track species distribution. Photo: Pixabay/nazruls_official Photo: Pixabay/nazruls_official Many of us use social media to keep in touch with friends and relatives, watch videos of cute animals and the like. These are all worthy pursuits, but if you like taking pictures…

There are many active organisations and groups that work towards improving our Region’s environmental sustainability.  Council works with local environmental groups in a variety of ways, through on the ground assistance, hosting and running events or supporting via funding or sponsorship of environmental events.  Fitzroy Basin Association Fitzroy Basin Association Inc. (FBA) is a natural…

World Wildlife Conservation Day is observed on December 4, signifying a crucial initiative in the ongoing efforts to safeguard and preserve the dwindling populations of wildlife species worldwide. Furthermore, this observance aims to combat wildlife crime and advocate for the enforcement of the Endangered Species Act. History of Wildlife Conservation Day The inception of this…

World Wildlife Conservation Day is observed on December 4, signifying a crucial initiative in the ongoing efforts to safeguard and preserve the dwindling populations of wildlife species worldwide. Furthermore, this observance aims to combat wildlife crime and advocate for the enforcement of the Endangered Species Act. History of Wildlife Conservation Day The inception of this…

World Wildlife Conservation Day is observed on December 4, signifying a crucial initiative in the ongoing efforts to safeguard and preserve the dwindling populations of wildlife species worldwide. Furthermore, this observance aims to combat wildlife crime and advocate for the enforcement of the Endangered Species Act. History of Wildlife Conservation Day The inception of this…

In Dubai, UAE The cost of fossil fuel and travel could rise should an ambitious new carbon tax proposal fronted by President William Ruto at the COP28 summit in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, sail through. The proposal, which seeks to compel fossil fuel companies and industries that emit greenhouse gases to pay for the damage…