5 Reasons Islands are Important for the Planet
What makes island ecosystems so important for the planet? Read on to find out five reasons to support restoring and rewilding islands!
Tag: Biodiversity
A Problem with a Solution: Protecting Biodiversity, Ecosystems, and Communities by Removing Invasive Species from Islands
Islands are renowned for their unique ecosystems, captivating biodiversity, and vibrant communities. However, these isolated paradises often face an insidious threat that jeopardizes not only their natural heritage but also the well-being of their inhabitants: invasive species. In this blog post, we explore the profound impacts invasive species have on island biodiversity, fragile ecosystems, and […]
Listening and Learning from Indigenous Stewards
Nature is not a place to visit. It is home. Gary Snyder, American poet, essayist, lecturer, and environmental activist Have you ever been in awe of a sunset? How about a dawning sunrise? What about a full moon, waxing glow across a starry night sky? Once considered sacred and meaningful by indigenous cultures around the world, these […]
New paper shows the power of rewilding islands through social attraction and translocation
Let’s say you’re trying to kickstart the economy of a small town that once used to thrive. You tell all your friends to go visit the town. You send out a rallying cry for investors. You pay for advertising that promotes opportunities for a new life. Soon enough, people are drawn to your town, and […]
International Day for Biological Diversity 2023: Reflecting on changes in conservation
An interview with Heath Packard, our Chief Philanthropy Officer who just celebrated ten years with Island Conservation! At the heart of Island Conservation’s mission is restoring and protecting the beautiful, valuable biodiversity found on islands and their surrounding oceans. And what a pleasure it is to see that the theme of this year’s International Day […]
PRESS RELEASE: Island Conservation and Parallel Flight Technologies partner to revolutionize restoring islands worldwide
The groundbreaking hybrid drone aircraft is expected to greatly advance island restoration for wildlife, oceans and people in places never before possible Calif., US–Island Conservation, a leading global nonprofit organization that restores and protects island-ocean ecosystems by removing destructive invasive species, has announced a strategic partnership with Parallel Flight Technologies, a California-based company specializing in […]
Former Cabinet Minister and Ambassador of Seychelles, Ronald (Ronny) Jumeau, Joins Island Conservation’s Board of Directors
Island Conservation, an international nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing extinctions on islands by removing invasive species, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ambassador Ronald Jumeau to its Board of Directors. Ambassador Jumeau is a former Cabinet Minister and Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Seychelles, having held several ministerial posts from 1998 […]
PRESS RELEASE: MARSHALL ISLANDS INCREASES CLIMATE CHANGE RESILIENCE BY TACKLING INVASIVE SPECIES ON IROOJ ISLAND
Seabirds are once again thriving thanks to the successful removal of invasive rats In its efforts to adapt to climate change impacts, the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI), an island country located near the equator in the Pacific Ocean, has taken a significant step forward in addressing the threat of invasive species on Irooj, […]
David Will shares five in-demand skills that could save our planet
The climate is changing – and the world needs skilled professionals to mitigate the impact of these changes. Our very own Head of Innovation David Will has in-depth knowledge of what it takes to use emerging technology and co-develop solutions with local experts to scale island restorations. There is a skills gap in the job […]
PRESS RELEASE: First Eight Island-Ocean Ecosystems Selected for Global Ridge-to-Reef Rewilding Campaign
Island Conservation, Re:wild, and UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography, along with a growing cadre of Island-Ocean Connection Challenge (IOCC) partners are excited to announce the first eight island-ocean ecosystems selected to be restored and rewilded from ridge-to-reef. FOR RELEASE: Tuesday, April 11, 2023 Climate change, ocean degradation, and biodiversity loss are causing entire […]