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12 Jul 2012
Nature Iraq's work highlighted in TED Worldwide Talent Search
By Adrian Long
Azzam Alwash, Founder and President of Nature Iraq, BirdLife in Iraq gave a presentation at the recent TED Worldwide Talent Search on protecting Iraq's natural environment and rich cultural heritage. As part of the TED global talent search they've staged special TED salons in 14 cities around the world. Their plan is to discover a broad new array of thinkers and doers. The best of them will be invited to California in February 2013 to share their work with the world.
For the Middle East, discussing adaptation needs and making it binding is crucial. All world species are waiting for a serious implementation of the climate deal.
Earlier this month, coast guards in Kuwait intercepted an Iranian ship attempting to smuggle 100 Asian Houbaras, a bustard used as prey in falconry training.
When the Sun begins to set on the Middle East, the majority of the region’s birdlife settle down to roost for the night. Yet for others, the day is just beginning.
Entrevistamos a Azzam Alwash, el hombre que dejó una vida de lujos en los EE.UU. para regresar a su Irak natal y restaurar los humedales del país a su antiguo esplendor.
