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Rio+20 is an opportunity to fast-track the transition to the Green Economy

Thursday, June 14, 2012

A new report “Building an Inclusive Green Economy” says a transition to a green economy could lift millions of people out of poverty and inequality as well as help the environment.

WorldBirds database is building the bigger picture from birder’s notes

Friday, December 16, 2011

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WorldBirds database is building the bigger picture from birder’s notes

WorldBirds, the birdwatching database set up by BirdLife to record the observations of professional and citizen scientists all over the world, has passed the three million records milestone.

BirdLife team helps Convention on Migratory Species take significant steps forward for the conservation of migratory birds

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

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BirdLife team helps Convention on Migratory Species take significant steps forward for the conservation of migratory birds

The BirdLife’s Partnership’s work at the recent Conference of the Parties (COP10) to the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species has paid dividends with important decisions taken for the benefit of migratory species.

BirdLife calls on governments to deliver in Durban climate change talks

Friday, November 25, 2011

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BirdLife calls on governments to deliver in Durban climate change talks

The world’s governments need to commit to deep and fair greenhouse gas emissions reductions that gives people and ecosystems a fighting chance to adapt.

Governments set to adopt new guidelines on power line threats to migratory birds

Thursday, November 24, 2011

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Governments set to adopt new guidelines on power line threats to migratory birds

Protecting birds from power lines is a global issue which can’t be solved by single states yet a number of practical mitigation measures exist.

Birds of Ghana book aims to inspire a new generation of conservationists

Thursday, July 28, 2011

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The first field guide to the birds of Ghana is intended for the people of Ghana rather than overseas visitors.

Midway’s first Short-tailed Albatross chick survives tsunami to fledge

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

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Midway’s first Short-tailed Albatross chick survives tsunami to fledge

The fledgling has taken flight from the first breeding record outside of Japanese Territories.

Artist aims to raise a million Rand for Kamfers Dam flamingos

Tuesday, March 22, 2011

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Artist aims to raise a million Rand for Kamfers Dam flamingos

An exhibition by Jeremy Houghton, inspired by flamingos, will be raising funds in support of the Kamfers Dam wetlands, the largest Lesser Flamingo breeding population in South Africa.

Agreement close on REDD+ at Cancún

Friday, December 10, 2010

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An agreement on REDD+ is close at climate talks in Cancún. This which would provide a mechanism for delivering financial incentives to developing countries to conserve and restore their forests.