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New science: protecting high seas hotspots, wildlife and more
on February 25, 2021
Protecting nature starts with science. Here’s a roundup of recent scientific research published by Conservation International experts.
Looking ahead: After lost year, urgency rises for climate, nature policy
on February 11, 2021
With world leaders once again set to convene at a series of environmental negotiations later this year, two Conservation International climate experts spoke to Conservation News about the year ahead, and what has to happen.
New report on carbon markets: What you need to know
on February 3, 2021
The market for carbon offsets must be scaled up globally to make a sufficient dent in climate change, according to a new report that lays out a path toward a high-quality global carbon market.
Nature’s role comes through in historic climate agreement
on January 21, 2021
Climate negotiators in Paris unveiled a final draft of a climate change agreement on Saturday, with the role of nature featured prominently as a solution.
Climate change puts the squeeze on wine production
on January 4, 2021
The first global map of future land suitability for vineyards could change everything we think we know about wine.

New science: protecting high seas hotspots, wildlife and more
on February 25, 2021
Protecting nature starts with science. Here’s a roundup of recent scientific research published by Conservation International experts.
Coral-saving crabs, biodegradable plastic surge, iceberg collision: 3 stories you may have missed
on December 18, 2020
In case you missed it: A voracious crustacean helps restore seaweed-choked coral, a surge in biodegradable plastic threatens to further pollute oceans and rivers, and a massive ice melt endangers one of the world’s richest ecosystems.
2020 in review: For world’s oceans, a year of distress, discovery
on December 10, 2020
This month, Conservation News is revisiting some of the most interesting and significant stories and issues we covered in 2020.
A history of discovery in the Bird’s Head Seascape
on December 1, 2020
A history of discovery in the Bird’s Head Seascape
Floating education center empowers next generation in Indonesia
on December 1, 2020
Here at Conservation International, many of our marine conservation activities are grand in nature, focused on connecting distant ecosystems and forging ambitious international policies for ocean health. But on the other end of the spectrum, we have projects like the MV Kalabia — our floating education center in Indonesia’s Raja Ampat archipelago.

New report on carbon markets: What you need to know
on February 3, 2021
The market for carbon offsets must be scaled up globally to make a sufficient dent in climate change, according to a new report that lays out a path toward a high-quality global carbon market.
Notes from the field: For communities, conservation brings business opportunities
on January 21, 2021
Here are three recent conservation success stories you should know about.
2020 in review: A pandemic infected millions. Nature can help prevent another one
on December 9, 2020
This month, Conservation News is revisiting some of the most interesting and significant stories and issues we covered in 2020.
Airline industry clears forest-carbon credits for takeoff
on November 20, 2020
In a historic announcement, the global civil aviation industry has paved the way for airlines to help neutralize their climate footprint by protecting nature.
Study maps climate potential of letting forests be
on September 23, 2020
Restoring tropical forest cover might offer an even bigger climate opportunity than previously thought, a new study finds.

Climate change puts the squeeze on wine production
on January 4, 2021
The first global map of future land suitability for vineyards could change everything we think we know about wine.
Coral-saving crabs, biodegradable plastic surge, iceberg collision: 3 stories you may have missed
on December 18, 2020
In case you missed it: A voracious crustacean helps restore seaweed-choked coral, a surge in biodegradable plastic threatens to further pollute oceans and rivers, and a massive ice melt endangers one of the world’s richest ecosystems.
Trove of new species discovered in hidden Bolivian valley
on December 14, 2020
On an expedition to Bolivia's Zongo Valley, a team of researchers recently discovered 20 species completely new to science, and rediscovered several species that had not been seen for decades.
Newest ‘walking’ shark heralds brighter future for Indonesia’s sharks and rays
on November 25, 2020
Learn how Indonesia has taken incredible steps to protect these fascinating — and valuable — creatures.
Raja Ampat launches Indonesia’s first shark sanctuary
on November 25, 2020
Earlier this week, the regency government of West Papua’s Raja Ampat archipelago took the bold step of declaring its entire 46,000 square-kilometer (almost 18,000 square-mile) marine domain a shark sanctuary — Indonesia’s first.

Protecting Yellowstone’s Waters: Proposed Legislation Would Safeguard More of Montana’s Rivers
on February 26, 2021
Montana Senator Jon Tester has proposed a bill that would add 17 rivers to the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act.
New Video Merges Art and Climate Science
on February 26, 2021
A research group that projects the effects of our changing climate on agriculture, cities, and ecosystems teamed up with an artist to provide a visual record of the extraordinary time we are living through.
Study Calls for Home Battery Storage to Protect Vulnerable During Outages
on February 25, 2021
Battery storage can help protect medically vulnerable households as extreme weather makes power outages more commonplace.
How Exactly Does Carbon Dioxide Cause Global Warming?
on February 25, 2021
CO2 molecules make up only a small percentage of the atmosphere, but their impact on our climate is huge. The reason comes down to physics and chemistry.
In Iceland, Melting Glaciers Give Way to Plant Life
on February 24, 2021
A recent study examines the changes in the foreland of a melting Icelandic glacier. With ice gone, new plant life is springing up and changing a centuries-old ecosystem.

How Bitcoin's vast energy use could burst its bubble
on February 27, 2021
Could the cryptocurrency's huge electricity consumption also sink it?
Brunt Ice Shelf: Big iceberg calves near UK Antarctic base
on February 26, 2021
The berg covers 1,270 sq km - nearly 490 square miles - but its break-off was expected.
Climate change: Carbon emission promises 'put Earth on red alert'
on February 26, 2021
Nations' current carbon-cutting plans will not keep global temperature rise below 1.5C, the UN says.
National Trust to plant blossom trees in cities
on February 26, 2021
The National Trust is planning to plant dozens of blossoming trees to create new green spaces.
Amazon rainforest plots sold via Facebook Marketplace ads
on February 26, 2021
Protected land reserved for Brazil's indigenous communities is being traded on the social network.