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Mining in the Pacific - an industry perspective
The 2012 IUCN World Conservation Congress has provided a forum for all sectors of society, including industry to discuss critical issues concerning the conservation and sustainable use of nature. Nautilus Minerals, the first company in the world to be granted a deep-sea mining license, is here at the Congress to share their work and plans. …
11 Sep 2012 | Audio
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The Position of the Government of the Republic of Korea in relation to the Jeju Civilian-Military Complex Port construction
We have just received a position statement from the Government of the Republic of Korea on the motion related to the Jeju Civilian-Military Complex Port construction …
11 Sep 2012 | News story
IUCN and Microsoft form unique partnership to tackle species extinction
Microsoft and IUCN, the International Union for Conservation of Nature, jointly announced today at the 2012 IUCN World Conservation Congress in South Korea, the formation of a new partnership to further strengthen the information available on The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™. This collaboration sees Microsoft becoming the first corporate member of The IUCN Red List Partnership. … | French | Spanish
11 Sep 2012 | International news release
Prince Albert addresses the IUCN World Conservation Congress
In a video address to the IUCN Congress, HSH Prince Albert of Monaco says he believes the event will lead to a number of advances that will help save our planet, especially in the face of the economic crisis affecting so many countries which too often leave environmental issues on the side. …
11 Sep 2012 | Video
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Nature Olympics day four
IUCN’s World Conservation Congress is an international event, unique in its size, spirit, diversity and relevance to the urgent need to protect nature so that nature can protect us and our children. As the fourth day rolled on, new initiatives and results were announced, and new voices were given a right to be heard. …
11 Sep 2012 | Video
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The 100 most threatened species. Are they priceless or worthless?
Tarzan’s Chameleon, Spoon-billed Sandpiper and Pygmy Three-toed Sloth have all topped a new list of the species closest to extinction released today by the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) and IUCN, the International Union for Conservation of Nature. … | French | Spanish
11 Sep 2012 | News story
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IUCN Congress Flashmob Full Release
Watch the full 3-minute version of IUCN's first Flashmob in history. Many more to come …
11 Sep 2012 | Video
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Stronger leadership needed to save world’s natural wonders
At the 40th anniversary of the World Heritage Convention, IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) is warning of the growing threats faced by many existing World Heritage sites and is calling for stronger measures to guarantee their future. … | French | Spanish
11 Sep 2012 | News story
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Can conservation lift people out of poverty? ‘Absolutely’
The answer to the question posed in tonight’s World Leaders Dialogue: can conservation lift people out of poverty was a resounding yes as long as certain conditions are met. …
10 Sep 2012 | News story
Nature hotspots to get boost through joint EU initiative
Jeju, Korea, 10 Sept, 2012 (IUCN) – Threatened natural areas in Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific are set to benefit from a unique partnership between the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN), European Commission Joint Research Centre (EC-JRC) and the German Development Cooperation Agency (GIZ) … | French | Spanish
10 Sep 2012 | International news release