Press Releases
RED PARDELA: cooperación hispa-lusa para espacios naturales protegidos
Si eres gestor y llevas a cabo actividades de conservación relacionadas con espacios naturales protegidos de países de lengua portuguesa, anímate a participar en la RED PARDELA, impulsada por la necesidad de crear un espacio de colaboración mutua que contribuya a una mejora de la eficacia en la gestión de las áreas naturales protegidas en estos países (Angola, Brasil, Cabo Verde España, Guinea Bissau, Portugal, Mozambique, Santo Tomé y Príncipe, y Timor Oriental). … | French
28 Sep 2012 | News story
El Norte de África comunica de primera mano el Congreso Mundial de la Naturaleza
Los tres periodistas seleccionados tras la sesión de formación y el taller de comunicadores para el Norte de África se implican en la cobertura informativa del Congreso Mundial de la Naturaleza de UICN en Jeju. … | French | Arabic
20 Sep 2012 | News story
IUCN’s new President elected
Mr Zhang Xinsheng of China is the new President of IUCN. He was elected today at the IUCN World Conservation Congress. … | French | Spanish
12 Sep 2012 | News story
Extinction of freshwater species in Northern Africa: a double loss
This is the first time that a study conducted at the species level collates and integrates information on the socio-economic value of freshwater species and the threats to those species in Northern Africa. … | French | Spanish
10 Sep 2012 | International news release
IUCN’s Red List of Ecosystems gains speed
From Australia to Patagonia, from coral reefs to rainforests and deserts, the new IUCN Red List of Ecosystems will assess the status of ecosystems worldwide, to identify their risks and the potential impact on both ecosystems and human wellbeing. … | French | Spanish
09 Sep 2012 | International news release
IUCN welcomes 48 new Members
On 5 September 2012, the 79th Meeting of the IUCN Council, meeting at the IUCN World Conservation Congress in Jeju, Republic of Korea, admitted 48 new Members to IUCN. … | French | Spanish
06 Sep 2012 | News story
Mediterranean events at the World Conservation Congress 2012
The world's conservation community is coming together in Jeju (Republic of Korea), to participate at the IUCN World Conservation Congress from 6 to 15 September 2012. This Congress, held every four years, provides a platform to discuss some of the biggest challenges currently facing people and the environment. Leaders from governments, the public sector, non-governmental organizations, business, UN agencies and social organizations will debate and decide solutions for the world’s most pressing environment and development issues.
04 Sep 2012 | News story
Spineless creatures that rule the world
One-fifth of the world’s invertebrates may be threatened with extinction according to ‘Spineless,’ a report published today by the Zoological Society of London (ZSL), in conjunction with IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) and the IUCN Species Survival Commission. …
31 Aug 2012 | Media advisory
Knowledge drives action
The ground-breaking work of IUCN’s six commissions is highlighted in the latest issue of the journal S.A.P.I.EN.S. …
24 Aug 2012 | News story
New guide identifies most effective water tools
Water for Business, a new guide specifically designed for businesses to help them identify water tools and initiatives most suitable for business needs and environmental sustainability was released today by WBCSD, IUCN, and SustainAbility. …
20 Aug 2012 | News story
