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Alpine Ibex: A Majestic Mountain Survivor

February 18, 20254 months ago Yaryna Misyk 1723 Views 0 Comments 5 min read

The Alpine ibex (Capra ibex) is one of the most extraordinary creatures in Europe’s high-altitude habitats. Known for its majestic

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From Extinction to Climate Champion: The Bison’s Remarkable Comeback in Romania

February 17, 20254 months ago Yaryna Misyk 1177 Views 0 Comments 4 min read

Rewilding: A Key Strategy for Carbon Capture In the Țarcu Mountains of Romania, the return of European bison is not

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The future of green energy: how renewable sources are changing the world

February 11, 20254 months ago Lika Kvizhashvili 1930 Views 0 Comments 5 min read

As the world faces increasing challenges related to climate change, dwindling fossil fuel reserves, and rising energy demands, the transition

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Przewalski’s Horses and the Battle for the Steppe: The Story of Askania-Nova

February 10, 20254 months ago Yaryna Misyk 2327 Views 0 Comments 7 min read

Nestled in the southern heart of Ukraine, Askania-Nova is one of the world’s oldest and most significant biosphere reserves. Established

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The Chornobyl Radiation and Ecological Biosphere Reserve: Nature’s Resilient Rebirth Amidst a Toxic Past

February 6, 20255 months ago Yaryna Misyk 1439 Views 0 Comments 8 min read

In the heart of one of the world’s most infamous zones, where human habitation was once impossible, a miraculous transformation

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Sustainable food storage tips to save money and the planet

February 5, 20255 months ago Lika Kvizhashvili 733 Views 0 Comments 4 min read

In a world where nearly one-third of all food produced is wasted, making small changes in how we store food

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Exploring Finland’s National Parks: A Legacy of Conservation and Beauty

February 4, 20255 months ago Yaryna Misyk 867 Views 0 Comments 5 min read

Finland’s national parks are not just breathtakingly beautiful landscapes—they are a testament to the country’s deep-rooted commitment to preserving nature,

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New European Wetland Map: a milestone in wetland conservation

February 3, 20255 months ago Lika Kvizhashvili 1372 Views 0 Comments 5 min read

European Wilderness Society is a partner of ALFAwetlands project, which focuses on wetlands restoration around Europe. Within ALFAwetlands project, many

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Neusiedler See: A Birdwatching Paradise

January 30, 20255 months ago Vlado Vancura 995 Views 0 Comments 3 min read

With World Wetlands Day just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to highlight one of Austria’s most remarkable and

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Sustainability in daily life: small changes with big impacts

January 29, 20255 months ago Lika Kvizhashvili 1525 Views 0 Comments 4 min read

In today’s rapidly changing world, sustainability is no longer just a buzzword—it’s a necessity. With mounting challenges like climate change,

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From Destruction to Renewal: The Ecological Revival of Velykyi Luh After the Kakhovka Disaster

January 28, 20255 months ago Yaryna Misyk 1274 Views 0 Comments 6 min read

Once, along the banks of the Dnipro River, one of Ukraine’s most remarkable natural landscapes thrived — the Great Meadow

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The complex connection between King Salmon, Orcas and human communities

January 27, 20255 months ago Lika Kvizhashvili 751 Views 0 Comments 3 min read

King salmon, also known as Chinook, hold immense ecological, cultural, and economic significance across the Pacific Northwest and Southeast Alaska.

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Environmental Disaster in the Kerch Strait: December 2024 Fuel Oil Spill

January 22, 20255 months ago Yaryna Misyk 2055 Views 0 Comments 4 min read

On December 15, 2024, the Kerch Strait, Crimea, Black See, witnessed one of the most significant environmental disasters in the

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4th Annual Women’s Leadership in Conservation Online Seminar

January 21, 20255 months ago Lika Kvizhashvili 638 Views 0 Comments 2 min read

Organized by Colorado State University’s Center for Protected Area Management in collaboration with the U.S. Forest Service International Programs, the

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Orcas: Apex predators and guardians of the ocean

January 20, 20255 months ago Lika Kvizhashvili 1332 Views 0 Comments 4 min read

Orcas, also known as killer whales (Orcinus orca), are among the most intelligent and charismatic marine mammals on Earth. As

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Wilderness in 2024

January 16, 20255 months ago Vlado Vancura 683 Views 0 Comments 3 min read

Wilderness in 2024 has seen remarkable progress and global collaboration. Highlights include the 12th World Wilderness Congress (WILD12), event uniting