Our planet’s “natural capital” is not a luxury — take it away, and countries will escalate into conflict.
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4 Ways Dwindling Natural Resources Could Lead to Conflict
Last week’s symposium at the Council on Foreign Relations explored the direct connection between nature and security.
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Brazil Must Lead the World in Sustainable Development
My home country must prove that economic growth and conservation can go hand in hand.
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Asia’s Biggest Economies Discuss Value of Healthy Oceans
In China alone, the marine economy generates 9.7% of GDP and 34.2 million jobs.
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After Doha, a Time to Reflect and a Time to Act on Climate Change
CI’s Rebecca Chacko recaps the progress — or lack thereof — made at the U.N. climate talks in Qatar.
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Doha Video Update From CI’s Claudio Schneider
The technical director for CI-Peru shares his experience at the U.N. climate talks.
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When Climate Change Adaptation Isn’t Enough
Loss and damage has been a subject of much discussion here in Doha.
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UN Climate Standstill Contrasts With Evidence of a Climate Crisis
So far at COP 18, there is a frightening absence of leadership and commitment.
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Hurricane Sandy Invigorates Climate Adaptation Discussions
More people than ever are talking about how nature can help us adapt to climate change impacts.
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Seafood Traceability Discussed at World Economic Forum
Knowing where seafood comes from and where it is processed and shipped is key to sustainability.
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