CONSERVATION NEWS
News, views and features from the front lines of conservation
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How an unheralded US law could help protect Africa’s forests
By Sophie Bertazzo
June 14, 2019
The head of Conservation International's Africa field division has a suggestion for the continent’s decision-makers: redirect some of your debt to the United States into conserving nature.
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When it comes to food production, sustainability pays. Here’s how
By Morgan Lynch
June 5, 2018
Students are finding ways for sustainable fishers and farmers to make more money.
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Effort to green Africa gains new member amid mounting challenges
By Morgan Lynch
January 18, 2018
The Kingdom of Lesotho becomes the 13th country to join the GDSA.
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The price of a dead elephant
By Sophie Bertazzo
November 21, 2017
In this new piece for Medium, Conservation International CEO M. Sanjayan explains why elephants are worth more alive.
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A call to end the ivory trade, led by Africa
By Jamey Anderson
October 3, 2016
The international community has recommended the closure of domestic ivory markets worldwide, following an African-led coalition.
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