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May 17, 2025
Birmingham Live
UK households who have gardens warned not to cut lawns until date in July
Mowing lawns in England runs the risk of hampering biodiversity, and interfering with the ecosystem by killing off insects that are an essential.
English
May 15, 2025
The Straits Times
1,000 BTO flats on former Keppel Club site to be launched in October
The estate will have lush green spaces, designed in line with the area’s rich biodiversity. Read more at straitstimes.com.
English
May 15, 2025
The Irish Times
How can businesses change their business model to support biodiversity?
Climate crisis requires bigger efforts from business
English
May 15, 2025
The Irish Times
Back to the future: Multi-functional farms with climate and biodiversity benefits
Back to the future: Multi-functional farms with climate and biodiversity benefits
English
May 13, 2025
Engadget
One of the tech industry's sources of carbon credits is in conflict with Kenyan herders
The Wall Street Journal reports that a conservation program that provides carbon offsets to the tech industry is fighting with Kenyan herders over their farming practices.
English
May 7, 2025
The Guardian
‘A cemetery of trees’: vast green expanses turned to dust as loggers plunder South America’s Gran Chaco
Jaguars, giant armadillos and ocelots among species threatened by shrinking habitat in one of the richest areas of biodiversity in the world
English
May 6, 2025
SunStar Philippines
2 Begonia species found in DavOr
Filipino biologists discovered two new Begonia species, Begonia dorisiae and Begonia medinae, in Davao Oriental’s EMBC, showcasing PH biodiversity.
English
May 6, 2025
PerthNow
DBCA staff and volunteers continue refloat attempts for stranded false killer whales at House Beach
Efforts to rescue three false killer whales continued at House Beach on Tuesday afternoon as Department of Biodiversity, Conservation, and Attractions staff refloated the whales, but one’s become restranded.
Français
May 3, 2025
Le Monde
En Bretagne, le retour en agriculture conventionnelle de terres bio " historiques " suscite une contestation
En Ille-et-Vilaine, des agriculteurs conventionnels sont en passe de racheter une ferme historiquement exploitée en agroécologie aux dépens de paysans bio. L’affaire illustre les difficultés actuelles de l’agriculture biologique.
English
Apr 30, 2025
The Guardian
‘Still some fuel in the tank’: the perks and perils of launching a business after 60
Growing numbers of older people are creating enterprises in everything from baking to biodiversity – but does the freedom make up for the graft?
English
Apr 29, 2025
The Indian Express
Water and climate security at risk due to low snow levels in Hindu Kush region
Snow level in the Hindu Kush Himalaya region plummeted to a record low in the winter of 2024-2025, threatening water security and biodiversity in the region. What strategies can India adopt to ensure long-term water and energy security?
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Apr 28, 2025
Livemint
The Bengaluru coffee brand serving an environment-friendly cuppa
Bengaluru-based Black Baza Coffee Co won a prestigious award for its biodiversity-friendly brews. Its founder Arshiya Bose speaks to Lounge about how coffee can benefit farms
English
Apr 27, 2025
The Indian Express
2 new spider species discovered in Nagaland, Meghalaya; ZSI points to importance of biodiversity studies in Northeast
The Zoological Survey of India also noted the first-ever recorded presence of two other species within the country.
English
Apr 26, 2025
The Globe and Mail
The resilient garden: How to plant an eco-friendly space that will invite birds, bees and butterflies
Many gardeners are fighting the challenges of climate change by creating resilient gardens with healthy soil, enhanced biodiversity and native plants
English
Apr 26, 2025
Limerick Leader
Green-fingered pupils in Limerick get biodiversity grant boost for their school
Fedamore CNS has been awarded a new grant to protect and promote plants, wildlife and habitats
English
Apr 24, 2025
Livemint
Great Nicobar’s development: Strategic gain or loss of balance?
Tribal ways of life and a treasure trove of biodiversity are too high a price to pay for Great Nicobar Island’s transformation. Mega projects like this one, with a budget of ₹81,000 crore, mustn’t escape the scrutiny of reason.
English
Apr 23, 2025
Vancouver Is Awesome
Opinion: Ambitious changes to Canadian conservation law are needed to reverse the decline in biodiversity
Canada needs a biodiversity protection and conservation act that will address current biodiversity decline and prevent future threats.
English
Apr 21, 2025
The Conversation UK
Ambitious changes to Canadian conservation law are needed to reverse the decline in biodiversity
Canada needs a biodiversity protection and conservation act that will address current biodiversity decline and prevent future threats.
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Apr 20, 2025
ABC News
Farmer Fred Perry's 30-year conservation project creates bird haven after years of 'bashing and burning'
It started when farmer Fred Perry's kids came home from school about 30 years ago, telling him he needed to take better care of the environment. Now, his small slice of a farming island is home to amazing birdlife.
Français
Apr 18, 2025
LaDepeche.fr
"Les gens s’imaginent qu’il faut des hectares pour avoir une activité viable" : sur sa petite parcelle, le pari de l’agroécologie d’Olivier Louis porte ses fruits
À l’aube de son sixième printemps, Olivier Louis trépigne d’impatience. Samedi 19 avril, l’horticulteur/maraîcher ouvrira au public les portes de sa micro-ferme urbaine,...