Hussh | Taking Stock: Cows, climate, and conservation

Taking Stock: Cows, climate, and conservation

Conservation// Book ReviewTaking Stock: Cows, climate, and conservationOctober 3, 2024 Taking Stock A Journey Among CowsAuthor: Roger Morgan-GrenvilleRoger Morgan-Grenville’s Taking Stock offers a thought-provoking exploration of the role of cows in modern farming, balancing personal reflections with insights on sustainability and the environmental impact of livestock.Farming & AgricultureSustainabilityClimate ChangeBook ReviewRoger Morgan-Grenville’s Taking Stock takes you on an insightful journey through …

Hussh | The eyes of Yellowstone, an enduring legacy in a warming wilderness

The eyes of Yellowstone, an enduring legacy in a warming wilderness

Conservation// Hidden Stories SeriesThe eyes of Yellowstone, an enduring legacy in a warming wildernessDecember 19, 2023Situated in Canyon Village near the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone National Park, Steven Fuller holds a unique position. Known as the “winterkeeper,” he oversees the maintenance of this critical area through the bustling summer months and the solitude of winter.During these long, cold months, …

Hussh | Meet the women shattering stereotypes to save Indonesia's rainforests

Meet the women shattering stereotypes to save Indonesia’s rainforests

Conservation// Hidden Stories SeriesMeet the women shattering stereotypes to save Indonesia’s rainforestsDecember 6, 2023In the verdant depths of Indonesia’s Aceh Province, a remarkable narrative unfolds—a tale of resilience, courage, and environmental stewardship.Here, in the shadow of the Burni Telong volcano, a group of determined women are redefining the traditional role of forest guardians. They are the vanguard of a quiet …

Hussh | Ecuador’s rejection of Amazon oil drilling sparks a new era for biodiversity and indigenous rights

Ecuador’s rejection of Amazon oil drilling sparks a new era for biodiversity and indigenous rights

Conservation// Hidden Stories SeriesEcuador’s rejection of Amazon oil drilling sparks a new era for biodiversity and indigenous rightsAugust 23, 2023In a resounding defiance of conventional priorities, Ecuadorians have delivered a potent message by rejecting oil drilling in the heart of the Amazon.This groundbreaking decision carries profound implications, forcing the state oil company to halt operations in a region where endangered …

Hussh | Ecuador's historic debt conversion paves the way for a paradigm shift in conservation financing

Ecuador’s historic debt conversion paves the way for a paradigm shift in conservation financing

Conservation// Hidden Stories SeriesEcuador’s historic debt conversion paves the way for a paradigm shift in conservation financingMay 17, 2023In an unprecedented move, Ecuador has converted $1.6 billion of debt into a loan, unlocking millions of dollars for conservation efforts in this ecological haven.Ecuador’s pioneering ‘debt for nature’ swap has taken a momentous step to safeguard the unparalleled biodiversity of the …

Hussh | When indigenous peoples get caught in the middle of corporate and governmental climate strategies

When indigenous peoples get caught in the middle of corporate and governmental climate strategies

Conservation// Hidden Stories SeriesWhen indigenous peoples get caught in the middle of corporate and governmental climate strategiesMay 5, 2023The world’s Indigenous leaders at an annual UN summit, have warned that the west’s climate strategy is risking the exploitation of Indigenous territories, resources, and people.As hundreds of Indigenous chiefs, presidents, chairmen, and delegates gathered at the 22nd United Nations Permanent Forum …

Hussh | Tropical forests struggling to recover from deforestation, new research shows

Tropical forests struggling to recover from deforestation, new research shows

Conservation// Hidden Stories SeriesTropical forests struggling to recover from deforestation, new research showsMarch 16, 2023New research published in the journal Nature has found that recovering tropical forests are only able to offset a quarter of carbon emissions generated annually by logging, wildfire and land clearing.The study, led by a team of scientists from the University of Bristol, used satellite data …

Hussh | Current biodiversity loss could lead to total ecosystem collapse, warns study

Current biodiversity loss could lead to total ecosystem collapse, warns study

Conservation// Hidden Stories SeriesCurrent biodiversity loss could lead to total ecosystem collapse, warns studyMarch 10, 2023According to recent research on the greatest mass extinction in Earth’s history, the gradual degradation of wildlife and biodiversity could quickly escalate into a catastrophic collapse of entire ecosystems.The “Great Dying,” a cataclysmic event that unfolded 252 million years ago during the Permian-Triassic extinction period, …

Hussh | Landmark treaty agreed upon to establish marine protected areas in high seas

Landmark treaty agreed upon to establish marine protected areas in high seas

Conservation// Hidden Stories SeriesLandmark treaty agreed upon to establish marine protected areas in high seasMarch 7, 2023After nearly two decades of negotiations, UN member states have finally reached an agreement to safeguard seas around the world.The historic treaty, announced on Saturday night in New York after grueling non-stop negotiations, represents a major milestone in the fight to achieve the 30×30 …

Hussh | We're living in a world more focused on "normalisation" over "conservation"

We’re living in a world more focused on “normalisation” than “conservation”

Conservation// Hidden Stories SeriesWe’re living in a world more focused on “normalisation” than “conservation”January 2, 2023In the heart of the Amazon rainforest, Indigenous leaders are engaged in a crucial battle—not only for the preservation of their ancestral lands but also for the stability of the global climate.The first wave represents the Covid-19 pandemic, followed by an economic recession, then a …