PROTECTED AREAS

Mar 28 2026ENVIRONMENT

Pesticides Infiltrate Protected Waters Despite Conservation Rules

Scientists tested water in Brazil’s Protected Areas and found pesticide pollution almost everywhere. Samples from streams inside conservation zones and outside showed high traces of farm chemicals. The study tested 46 substances and spotted 15 types, including common herbicides, insecticides, and fu

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Jan 11 2025ENVIRONMENT

Partnerships in Africa's Protected Areas: A Game Changer for Deforestation

Over the past two decades, a new approach has emerged in Africa to tackle deforestation. This method involves state wildlife authorities teaming up with nonprofit conservation groups to manage protected areas (PAs). Known as collaborative management partnerships (CMPs), these initiatives aim to enha

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Jan 07 2025ENVIRONMENT

Green Heroes: How Protected Areas in Greece Fight Invasive Plants

You might think that places in Greece set aside for protection are overflowing with unwanted plants. Guess what? Researchers split Greece into small squares to check this out. Surprisingly, they discovered that areas with more protected spots actually have slightly fewer invasive plants. Why's that?

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Sep 13 2024OPINION

Unlocking Africa's Ecosystems: A Key to the Planet's Future

Africa's ecosystems are the unsung heroes of the continent's future, and by extension, the future of the planet. These natural wonders have been the backbone of African cultures and societies for millennia, supporting an incredible array of biodiversity and playing a critical role in regulating the

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