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The Restoration of American Environmental Leadership
Rodger Schlickeisen, President of the Defenders of Wildlife Action Fund, writes on how the Obama victory charts a new course amid many challenges.
Green Dubai World Forum sheds light on eco-responsibility
The Green Dubai World Forum 2008 at the Atlantis, Palm Jumeirah, is a two-day event commemorating how the popular travel destination has taken global leadership in sustainable development and energy in light of the climate change crisis threatening mankind.
Leading futurist Dr. Ian Yeoman delivers Keynote at PATA Tourism Strategy Forum
One of the world’s leading tourism industry futurists, Dr. Ian Yeoman will be the keynote speaker at the upcoming Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Tourism Strategy Forum, which is bringing together tourism marketers, planners and strategists from across the Asia Pacific region.
US and Iran promote ‘Peace Through Tourism’
“I am excited to be part of this grassroots movement,” says Thomas Stenimetz of eTurboNews. “This is a great way to set our mark on a peace movement and build on mutual understanding through tourism.”
Thailand looks for more visitors despite political chaos in Bangkok
The current political stand-off and state-of-emergency following clashes among protesters in Bangkok is greatly effecting tourism in Thailand, yet almost all tourism facilities and services are functioning normally throughout the rest of the country.
Government of Dominica Supports Eco-Lodge Project
Distinguished International(R) Hotels, Residences and Resorts is pleased to announce that it has reached an agreement with the Carib Council to develop the first ever Eco-Lodge Resort and Conference Center in the Carib Territory of Dominica.
Yao Ming Becomes UNEP’s First ‘Environmental Champion’
Top Olympic athlete Yao Ming is the UN Environment Programme’s first-ever Environmental Champion, UNEP announced today.
United Nations supports “Greening of the Games” in Beijing
UNEP has been working with the Beijing Olympic Committee for the last three years in order to help make the Summer Games environmentally-friendly.
Volunteer Abroad Provider adds Services in Peru and Reviews Nepal Safety Procedure
Leading Volunteer abroad provider, Global Crossroad, has expanded services in the South American country peru and reassures its volunteers amid security concerns. The volunteer placement service is also celebrating a new growth milestone.
Kerala Tourism Watch: Close down golf course in India
Golf courses in Kerala, India are being increasingly brought in to focus due to the environmental and social problems that they engender.
$1 million Rio Tinto Alcan Prize for Sustainability now open for entries
Rio Tinto Alcan and the International Business Leaders Forum (IBLF) are pleased to announce the US$1 million Rio Tinto Alcan Prize for Sustainability* 2008 is now open for entries.
Caribbean Nations Launch Challenge Initiative to Protect Marine and Coastal Resources
The Nature Conservancy joins Caribbean leaders to launch “Caribbean Challenge” at United Nations COP-9 conference, an effort by regional governments to build political support and generate long-term funding to protect at least 20 percent of participating countries’ marine and coastal habitats by 2020.
