Tag: Great Barrier Reef
Earth Hour 2015: 10 reasons why climate change is the issue of the year
WWF March 24, 2015
Earth Hour 2015 is nearly upon us and this year, more than ever, we’re thinking about why we turn off the lights: climate change.
Australia sets a good example for ocean conservation and economic development, together
Canada’s oceans are a precious resource; and our marine resources have enormous and tangible economic value. But scientists and conservationists have raised serious concerns about the health of the world’s oceans.
Australia creates world’s biggest marine park network on eve of Rio+20 summit
WWF June 14, 2012
Australia today created the world’s biggest network of marine protected areas, setting an important precedent for ocean protection as countries prepare to meet for the Rio+20 meeting on sustainable development.