Environmental Protection
Creeping deforestation is threatening alpine environments across Southeast Asia
In the past, mountain forests were often spared as steep slopes and high elevations made deforestation more difficult.
Almost 60 coral species at Australia’s Lizard Island are ‘missing’
As many 16% of coral species, which were previously common, have not been seen for many years around the island.
Plastic waste could soon be causing ‘irreversible damage’ to the environment
The vast quantities of plastic already in the environment could cause global problems.
Discarded fishing nets are a menace to corals and marine life
Not even some pristine tropical isles are free from the scourge of abandonded fishing nets.
Climate and crops: Farm worker safety is key to future yields
New research draws a direct climate link between farm worker safety, global economic impacts and the ability to feed people.
Your plastic waste may end up befouling a beach far away
"Swimming close to the shore with my family I was constantly fishing out plastic bags," a reporter in Thailand explained.