Press release | 11 Sep, 2007
Fishing out our oceans: the list of threatened marine species continues to grow
As the number of marine species assessments increases, so does the number of species in danger. The 2007 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™ shows that excessive and destructive fishing activities play a primary role in oceans biodiversity loss
Press release | 09 Sep, 2007
Drylands contribute more to the economy than previously recognized
A series of case studies by the World Conservation Union (IUCN) has revealed the economic contribution of drylands needs to be revalued
Press release | 19 Jul, 2007
World Conservation Union panel voices concern over impact of noise on whales
Scientists highlight the importance of noise limits for energy companies operating in Russia to protect the critically endangered western gray whale
Press release | 24 Jun, 2007
Conserve the gene pool of our oceans, urges the World Conservation Union
Press release | 06 Jun, 2007
Biodiversity: New challenge for the financial services industry
A new report highlights the biodiversity business case for the financial sector - the next big challenge after climate change?
Press release | 31 May, 2007
CITES conference to impact on music, food, and jewelry industry
Wood species used for violin bows, shark species featured in British fish and chip meals and coral species exploited for jewelry rank high on the CITES conference agenda for international trade controls in endangered species, opening on Sunday
Press release | 21 May, 2007
One in six European mammals threatened with extinction shows new IUCN assessment
Press release | 19 Apr, 2007
Berlin conference on marine protected areas in European waters and high seas calls for better management of the world's oceans
Press release | 17 Apr, 2007
Protect the oceans to prevent commercial fisheries
Berlin conference on marine protected areas in European waters and high seas (18-20 April) will chart way forward for marine conservation