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Ending “temporary cessation” for good – How an EU subsidy is driving overfishing

Wed, 23/09/2020

This report explores and demonstrates, how EU payments for “temporary cessation” of fishing are not only an ineffective management tool for reducing fishing effort, but also ineffective in supporting marine conservation efforts.

Europe and Central Asia

Wetland birds win battle against lead-based hunting

Wed, 23/09/2020

In Europe, every year, 20,000 tons of lead hunting ammunition is shot into our natural

Europe and Central Asia

We need money for nature now

Mon, 21/09/2020

The single, most dramatic cause for the loss of biodiversity, species and natural habitats in Europe is intensive agriculture. To reverse this alarming trend, the EU must invest in nature protection. Where should the money come from, you ask? Look at our infographic for the answer.

Europe and Central Asia

The Nubian Nightjar: worrying trends in Israel and beyond

Thu, 20/08/2020

A scientific article by our Israeli partner, the Society for the Protection of Nature in Israel.

Europe and Central Asia

External Dimension of the European Common Fisheries Policy

Thu, 23/07/2020

While EU fish stocks are severely overfished, around 1,000 European vessels are authori

Europe and Central Asia

EU Biodiversity Strategy: are we on the right track to protect nature?

Fri, 17/07/2020

A couple months ago, the European Commission heeded the desperate call of the scientific community and multiple generations. They adopted an ambitious Biodiversity Strategy, that reflects the reality of the environmental crisis we are facing. So, are we really on the right track to protect nature?

Europe and Central Asia