Indian wildlife officials have celebrated a significant conservation milestone with the hatching of a great Indian bustard chick through artificial insemination in Rajasthan. This critically endangered bird, once thriving in India, now faces threats from habitat loss and collisions with…
The HS2 chairman, Sir Jon Thompson, revealed that a bat protection structure will cost £100 million to be built in Buckinghamshire, raising concerns over budgeting practices. This 1km barrier aims to prevent disturbances caused by high-speed trains to the protected…
HS2 chairman Sir Jon Thompson announced that a special barrier to protect rare bats will cost £100 million, sparking controversy. The 1km curved structure in Buckinghamshire aims to mitigate disturbances from high-speed trains, although Thompson noted a lack of evidence…
The HS2 project faces scrutiny as its chairman, Sir Jon Thompson, reveals that a bat protection shed in Buckinghamshire will cost £100 million. This structure, designed to shield bats from high-speed trains, is part of the project’s compliance with legal…
The recent World Nature Conference highlighted the urgent need for funding biodiversity protection, as its value is often overlooked. Biodiversity is essential not only for ecosystem services like clean air and food, but also for mental health; studies show increased…
The World Nature Conference in Colombia gathered around 13,000 participants aiming to address global species decline, but concluded unexpectedly as many delegates left before final decisions could be made. While a new Cali Fund was established, requiring corporations to contribute…
The COP16 biodiversity summit in Cali, Colombia, concluded on a tentative note as negotiations faltered. Despite commitments from eight governments raising a global biodiversity fund to $400 million, major disagreements prevented the establishment of a new, independent fund demanded by…
The UN Biodiversity Conference COP16 in Colombia concluded without agreement on financing conservation efforts, despite successes in other areas. Negotiations extended beyond the planned schedule, but many delegates left before reaching consensus. Environmental Minister Susana Muhamad announced the closure without…
The COP16 conference in Cali, Colombia, abruptly concluded without reaching an agreement on financing biodiversity protection, a key issue among nearly 200 participating nations. Delegates expressed frustration as funding concerns hindered progress, leading to a lack of quorum. Colombian Environment…
