CONSERVATION NEWS
News, views and features from the front lines of conservation
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Jellyfish or plastic bag? New VR film dives in to troubled waters
By Olivia DeSmit
April 25, 2019
Conservation International released its “Drop in the Ocean” social virtual reality experience this week.
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Plastic pollution and over-tourism: It’s not (totally) your fault
By Olivia DeSmit
March 26, 2019
When it comes to the relationship between over-tourism and plastic pollution, the headlines don’t paint the full picture.
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Protecting Africa’s oceans to secure our futures
By Jessica Donovan-Allen
March 20, 2019
Jessica Donovan-Allen, senior director of Conservation International Liberia, discusses why ocean conservation is vital in western Africa.
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6 ways you can help marine life today
By Olivia DeSmit
March 1, 2019
We turn our attention to life below water — and what you can do for the creatures living there. Human Nature tapped six Conservation International experts for their best tips to help marine species, whether you’re commuting to work or whale-watching on vacation.
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Where to target ocean conservation? New research points the way
By Olivia DeSmit
December 20, 2018
Around the world, oceans are providers: of food, of livelihoods, of entire economies. But, where do people depend on them the most? Knowing this could help to better protect marine ecosystems.
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