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7 stories of optimism this week (31.12.23-07.01.24)

Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!

12 stories of optimism this year (01.01.23-31.12.23)

Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a round-up of what went right in the conservation world in 2022!

Meet the Optimists – Shivani Bhalla

Welcome to a special edition of “Meet the Optimists”, featuring winners of the 2023 Whitley Awards. Hear inspiring stories and advice directly from these incredible conservationists, and download Kids’ Corner [...]

From Trash to Treasure

In today's world, environmental issues are at the top of our collective consciousness. Plastic pollution, in particular, has become a global concern. Fortunately, innovative minds and passionate environmentalists like Mr. [...]

Meet the Optimists – Mamy Razafitsalama

Welcome to a special edition of “Meet the Optimists”, featuring winners of the 2023 Whitley Awards. Hear inspiring stories and advice directly from these incredible conservationists, and download Kids’ Corner [...]

7 stories of optimism this week (10.12.23-18.12.23)

Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!

Conservation works – with persistence, coalition-building, good faith, and a dose of luck

In much of life, we expect quick results - and this is true of conservation too. But in reality, conservation involves hard graft, patience, diplomacy and collaboration, over decades. And so it was for saigas: After 20 years, with many ups and downs, we have finally reached the point when the species as a whole can be considered out of the danger zone. Here's my take on how this happened.

Meet the Optimists – Tulshi Laxmi Suwal

Welcome to a special edition of “Meet the Optimists”, featuring winners of the 2023 Whitley Awards. Hear inspiring stories and advice directly from these incredible conservationists, and download Kids’ Corner [...]