The United Nations has honored ecologist Madhav Gadgil with the prestigious Champions of the Earth award for his groundbreaking efforts in protecting the Western Ghats, a globally recognized biodiversity hotspot. Gadgil, the sole Indian recipient of this honor, has been a pivotal figure in advocating for the ecological integrity of this vital region. Gadgil chaired…

Itanagar, Dec 9: The Youth Mission for Clean River (YMCR) has been awarded the ‘Excellence in Environment Conservation’ accolade at the 2024 Achiever Awards, hosted by the Sadin-Pratidin Group. This recognition honors YMCR’s significant contributions to reducing pollution, restoring rivers, and raising environmental awareness across Arunachal Pradesh and the Northeast region. YMCR has led various…

This week’s environment and conservation news stories rolled into one. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch the latest high quality, original video stories from nature’s frontline in India. To receive a weekly email roundup of stories, please sign-up for our newsletter. Emissions from thermal power are flying under the radar of air pollution action…

Biodiversity leaders from Calibre Mining Corp (TSE: CXB) (OTCMKTS: CXBMF) recently met to review their achievements and formulate the path forward in the years to come. Much has been accomplished in the countries that Calibre operates in, but there is always room for improvement. In Newfoundland, the company’s latest area of focus after acquiring the Valentine mine…

It’s not just humans who get wiser as they age – animals do too, according to a growing body of research. The bigmouth buffalo fish can reach 127 years old, the Greenland shark 392, and some sponges can live for 10,000 years or more. And age is not just a number: as animals get older…

Picture: The elephants at Madikwe Game Reserve/Generic  By REGINALD KANYANE  6 December 2024- The MEC for Department of Economic Development Environment Conservation and Tourism (DEDECT), Bitsa Lenkopane said they note concerns raised by The True Green Alliance Wildlife NGO on the starvation and death of elephants in Madikwe Game Reserve.  Lenkopane said the conservation unit…

CAIRO, Egypt: Environmental watchdogs from across Africa gathered in Cairo this week for the second African Regional Environmental Agencies Forum. The meeting, which runs from Dec. 3 to Dec. 5, aims to foster regional collaboration on conservation efforts. The event follows the launch of the forum in Kigali, Rwanda, in 2023, under the framework of…

One of the final construction milestones at the new Stead St pump station is complete, with the installation and last Friday’s blessing of the mahi toi (cultural artwork) adorning the Invercargill building’s facade. Standing 4-5m high, the three pieces of Corten Steel and stainless steel wrap the pump station, drawing inspiration from the open weaving…

Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn today announced the award of more than $372,000 to 11 projects dedicated to protecting Pennsylvania’s native biodiversity. “Protecting our vulnerable species from climate change, human development, and other threats is a priority, and the Wild Resource Conservation Program plays a key role in achieving this…

Khonaye Gcaza, a brilliant young mind from the Western Cape, is making waves in the world of conservation! The high schooler recently won the prestigious Youth in Conservation Award at the SANParks Kudu Awards for her inspiring contributions to preserving the environment. Midrand, South Africa (02 December 2024) – Worthy of being celebrated as a…