Wondering what went right this week in the conservation world? We’ve got you covered with our Conservation Optimism Round-Up! We are collating stories of optimism from around the globe so that you never miss your dose of weekly motivation.

1.Indian experts hail breakthrough in bid to save Great Indian Bustard

“Last month brought good news for the great Indian bustard, a critically endangered bird found mainly in India. Wildlife officials in the western state of Rajasthan have performed the first successful hatching of a chick through artificial insemination.”

2. How C40’s design competitions have given youth a role in planning the cities of tomorrow

“Through the programme’s design competitions, global youth are learning about sustainable and inclusive urban practices and shaping a greener and more just urban future for all.”

3. Charities plan to create flagship for nature recovery on 3,850-hectare portion of estate sold by Duke of Northumberland’s son

“The Wildlife Trusts have bought part of the Duke of Northumberland’s son’s estate in the largest land sale in England for 30 year. They hope to become the flagship for nature recovery and an amazing destination for eco-tourism.”

4. Collaborative conservation results in two southeastern mussels no longer requiring federal protection in the US

“According to the best available science and commercial information, the threats to the Chipola slabshell and fat threeridge mussels have been removed or lessened so that the species are no longer considered threatened or endangered under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Stream restoration and bank stabilization projects, as well as the establishment of Outstanding Florida Waters (OFWs), helped move the needle for these species.”

5. Edinburgh zoo has announced the birth of a pygmy hippo Haggis

“Pygmy hippos are native to forests and swamps in west Africa. It is estimated that only 2,500 are left in the wild due to habitat loss. Having their own ambassador in Edinburgh to connect with visitors can help raise awareness of the challenges the species face in the wild.”

6. The Big Baltic Bomb Cleanup

“The ocean became a dumping ground for weapons after Allied forces defeated the Nazis. Now a team of robots and divers are making the Baltic Sea safer.”

7. Washington state votes to keep Carbon Tax which was up for Repeal

“Voters in Washington declined to repeal the state’s cap-and-trade program in a win for climate advocates.”

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