Biodiversity Conservation

Biodiversity Conservation

The first-ever report between UNESCO and IUCN unveils a global assessment of species biodiversity in #WorldHeritage sites. The World Heritage Convention that protects these habitats is especially unique due to the ways in which it deals with both natural and cultural...
Featured Connection: Scientific Illustration

Featured Connection: Scientific Illustration

The Art of Science While people tend to think of art and science as opposite ends of the spectrum, art has actually played a key role in the development of science and how scientific information and advancement are communicated. Scientific illustration, which lies at...
How Bad is Climate Change for Polar Bears? Very.

How Bad is Climate Change for Polar Bears? Very.

A new study released this week reports that scientists can now measure the impact that greenhouse gas emissions have on polar bear cub survival. This is vital because although scientists have known for years that a lack of sea ice could be devastating for polar bears,...
The Week in Climate Change News

The Week in Climate Change News

A (non-comprehensive and quite random) list of climate change, climate policy and environmental justice stories from the past week. African children bearing the brunt of climate change impacts. Children in 48 out of 49 African countries assessed were found to be at...
Featured Connection: Fisheries Science

Featured Connection: Fisheries Science

Fisheries play an essential role in the sustainability and health of our planet by providing much-needed food as well as other important services. Globally, fisheries feed billions of people and offer jobs and livelihoods for millions more. The global market value of...
The Week in Climate Change News

The Week in Climate Change News

A (non-comprehensive and quite random) list of climate change, climate policy and environmental justice stories from the past week. Climate Risks Loom Over Panama Canal, a Vital Global Trade Link. Lack of rain and changing weather patterns are slowing the ship traffic...