Global Environmental Crisis Changes How Banks Do Business
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Amidst the financial crisis, banks are continuing their push for improved corporate environmental performance.
ecosystem services
Belize's Coastal Capital
The Economic Contribution of Belize's Coral Reefs and Mangroves...
This study evaluated the average annual contribution of reef- and mangrove-associated tourism, fisheries, and shoreline protection services to the economy of Belize.
Marine Protected Areas of the World
The development of a global system of marine protected areas (MPAs) lags far behind that of the terrestrial biosphere in both the extent and the effectiveness of its coverage.
Natural Coastline Defense: Mangrove Forests in Southeast Asia
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Southeast Asia's scientists, researchers, and political figures are emphasizing the importance of restoring mangrove forests, one of nature's strongest defenses against natural disasters.
When Development Causes Disease: Linking Ecosystems and Human Health
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Ecosystems provide a wealth of services to human populations, among them, disease regulation. But narrowly-focused development projects can threaten these ecosystems and put entire populations at risk.
Developing Corporate Capacity to Respond to Ecosystem Degradation
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Many companies lack the capacity to deal with natural resource constraints, according to a survey by the consultancy McKinsey & Company.
A Better Way for the U.S. Government to Clean Our Water
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When it comes to allocating money for conservation, reverse auctions can help governments get the biggest bang for their buck.
Food or Fuel? The Bioenergy Dilemma
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p>The cost of grain-based staples--such as tortillas in Mexico, beef noodles in western China, and bread in the United States--has increased around the world. There are several reasons why prices have jumped, but there’s one getting a lot of attention: the global rush for bioenergy.
Swallowed by Sand: China's Billion-Dollar Battle Against Desertification
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p>It is estimated that desertification, a process of land degradation that occurs in dryland ecosystems due to overexploitation and land mismanagement, now costs China about $2-3 billion each year.
To better understand the need and potential for scaling up environmental income and resilience through good ecosystem stewardship, consider the plight of inland fisheries in Bangladesh.
