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Dara Khosrowshahi, CEO of Expedia, Inc. talks about sustainable tourism
BreakingTravelNews
April 21, 2008
BreakingTravelNews
April 21, 2008
Wind turbines on Galapagos replace 50 diesel generators
EarthNews
April 4, 2008
The Galapagos Islands — a mecca for environmentally minded tourists — has taken its first major step in disentangling itself from dependence on fossil fuels. Three wind turbines, installed on the island of San Cristobal as a part of an international partnership program and officially launched last week, are expected to generate enough energy annually to replace 50 diesel generators on the island.
EarthNews
April 4, 2008
The Galapagos Islands — a mecca for environmentally minded tourists — has taken its first major step in disentangling itself from dependence on fossil fuels. Three wind turbines, installed on the island of San Cristobal as a part of an international partnership program and officially launched last week, are expected to generate enough energy annually to replace 50 diesel generators on the island.
Balancing Conservation with Opportunity in the 'Abandoned Zone'
VoicesofSanDiego
April 1, 2008
In an area that has been called zona abandonada for its lack of government infrastructure, the lagoon's residents have few job opportunities beyond fishing and whale-watching tours. To entice preservation, the conservation groups say they must ensure residents still make a living if they decide not to sell to condo developers.
VoicesofSanDiego
April 1, 2008
In an area that has been called zona abandonada for its lack of government infrastructure, the lagoon's residents have few job opportunities beyond fishing and whale-watching tours. To entice preservation, the conservation groups say they must ensure residents still make a living if they decide not to sell to condo developers.
Call for Nominations: Equator Prize 2008
EquatorNet
March 30, 2008
Celebrating Community Success in Biodiversity Conservation and Poverty Reduction
EquatorNet
March 30, 2008
Celebrating Community Success in Biodiversity Conservation and Poverty Reduction
Friends of World Heritage Anuncia Proyectos Ganadores
March 4, 2008
Friends of World Heritage (Amigos del Patrimonio Mundial), una iniciativa de la United Nations Foundation (Fundación de Naciones Unidas), Expedia, Inc., y el Centro de Patrimonio de Mundial de la UNESCO, ha anunciado hoy cuatro organizaciones ganadoras de subsidios para desarrollo comunitario en Belice y México. Estos subsidios, que suman US$ 113,000, sustentarán proyectos comunitarios para fomentar el turismo sostenible en los sitios de Patrimonio Mundial. Las contribuciones hechas por particulares el año pasado fueron igualadas por ambos Expedia, Inc., y la United Nations Foundation.
March 4, 2008
Friends of World Heritage (Amigos del Patrimonio Mundial), una iniciativa de la United Nations Foundation (Fundación de Naciones Unidas), Expedia, Inc., y el Centro de Patrimonio de Mundial de la UNESCO, ha anunciado hoy cuatro organizaciones ganadoras de subsidios para desarrollo comunitario en Belice y México. Estos subsidios, que suman US$ 113,000, sustentarán proyectos comunitarios para fomentar el turismo sostenible en los sitios de Patrimonio Mundial. Las contribuciones hechas por particulares el año pasado fueron igualadas por ambos Expedia, Inc., y la United Nations Foundation.
Three groups assisted with care of World Heritage sites
Channel5Belize
March 4, 2008
Three Belizean organisations have been awarded grants to enhance sustainable tourism around the barrier reef. The Toledo Tour Guide Association, Green Reef Environmental Institute and Belize Audubon Society were singled out by the Friends of World Heritage for assistance in promoting projects that will raise income levels in communities surrounding the World Heritage sites while at the same time preserving the natural environment.
Channel5Belize
March 4, 2008
Three Belizean organisations have been awarded grants to enhance sustainable tourism around the barrier reef. The Toledo Tour Guide Association, Green Reef Environmental Institute and Belize Audubon Society were singled out by the Friends of World Heritage for assistance in promoting projects that will raise income levels in communities surrounding the World Heritage sites while at the same time preserving the natural environment.
Friends of World Heritage Announce Grant Recipients
March 4, 2008
The Friends of World Heritage, an initiative of the United Nations Foundation (UN Foundation), Expedia, Inc., and the UNESCO World Heritage Centre, announced today that it has awarded four community development grants to organizations in Belize and Mexico. These grants, a total of $113,000, will support community initiatives to foster sustainable tourism in and around World Heritage sites. Contributions from individuals last year were matched by both Expedia, Inc. and the UN Foundation.
March 4, 2008
The Friends of World Heritage, an initiative of the United Nations Foundation (UN Foundation), Expedia, Inc., and the UNESCO World Heritage Centre, announced today that it has awarded four community development grants to organizations in Belize and Mexico. These grants, a total of $113,000, will support community initiatives to foster sustainable tourism in and around World Heritage sites. Contributions from individuals last year were matched by both Expedia, Inc. and the UN Foundation.
Virtual Tour of World Heritage sites adds 80 locations
Digital Arts
March 3, 2008
WHTour.org has relaunched, offering 360-degree virtual tour of World Heritage sites from across the globe. WHTour.org is an independent non-profit organization documenting the UNESCO World Heritage List with a series of 'panographies'. The site is the work of Belgian photographer, Tito Dupret.
Digital Arts
March 3, 2008
WHTour.org has relaunched, offering 360-degree virtual tour of World Heritage sites from across the globe. WHTour.org is an independent non-profit organization documenting the UNESCO World Heritage List with a series of 'panographies'. The site is the work of Belgian photographer, Tito Dupret.
Timothy E. Wirth, President of the UN Foundation, is named a 2008 Champion of the Earth
United Nations Environment Programme
January 29, 2008
From protecting the unique biodiversity of Yemen's islands to piloting climate-proofing strategies in Sudan and boosting conservation in Barbados, the 2008 Champions of the Earth are making their mark across the planet.
United Nations Environment Programme
January 29, 2008
From protecting the unique biodiversity of Yemen's islands to piloting climate-proofing strategies in Sudan and boosting conservation in Barbados, the 2008 Champions of the Earth are making their mark across the planet.
Secretary Kempthorne selects new U.S. World Heritage Tentative list
U.S. Department of the Interior
January 22, 2008
Secretary of the Interior Dirk Kempthorne today announced his selection of 14 U.S. sites to be included on a new United States World Heritage Tentative List. The 14 properties on the new list will now be eligible to be considered for nomination by the United States to the UNESCO World Heritage List, which recognizes the most significant cultural and natural treasures on the planet.
U.S. Department of the Interior
January 22, 2008
Secretary of the Interior Dirk Kempthorne today announced his selection of 14 U.S. sites to be included on a new United States World Heritage Tentative List. The 14 properties on the new list will now be eligible to be considered for nomination by the United States to the UNESCO World Heritage List, which recognizes the most significant cultural and natural treasures on the planet.
UNESCO World Heritage Fund Provides Emergency Assistance to Sian Ka’an in the Wake of Damage Caused By Hurricane Dean
January 17, 2008
UNESCO World Heritage Fund Provides Emergency Assistance to Sian Ka’an in the Wake of Damage Caused By Hurricane Dean
January 17, 2008
UNESCO World Heritage Fund Provides Emergency Assistance to Sian Ka’an in the Wake of Damage Caused By Hurricane Dean
Bangladesh to seek World Heritage aid for Sundarbans
Reuters
December 5, 2007
Bangladesh will seek emergency funds from the World Heritage Centre to restore the ecosystem and biodiversity of the Sundarbans mangrove forest, badly mauled by last month's killer cyclone, officials said on Wednesday.
Reuters
December 5, 2007
Bangladesh will seek emergency funds from the World Heritage Centre to restore the ecosystem and biodiversity of the Sundarbans mangrove forest, badly mauled by last month's killer cyclone, officials said on Wednesday.
World Heritage Alliance Announces Partnership to Protect Jordan's World Heritage Sites
World Heritage Alliance
October 31, 2007
World Heritage Alliance
October 31, 2007
Everglades removal from endangered list questioned
National Public Radio
October 31, 2007
Florida Democrat Bill Nelson, who chairs a subcommittee overseeing U.N. activities, wants to know why Florida's Everglades National Park was taken off a U.N. list of World Heritage sites considered "in danger." The Interior department says the removal of the Everglades from the list recognizes progress that's been made in it restoration. Environmental groups say the decision reflects not progress, but politics.
National Public Radio
October 31, 2007
Florida Democrat Bill Nelson, who chairs a subcommittee overseeing U.N. activities, wants to know why Florida's Everglades National Park was taken off a U.N. list of World Heritage sites considered "in danger." The Interior department says the removal of the Everglades from the list recognizes progress that's been made in it restoration. Environmental groups say the decision reflects not progress, but politics.
The UN Foundation issues urgent appeal for Funds to support Hurricane Dean recovery effort in Mexico
UN Foundation and Friends of World Heritage
September 7, 2007
The UN Foundation today launched an emergency fundraising appeal for $100,000 to support the recovery effort for communities in and around the Sian Ka’an Biosphere reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The reserve’s infrastructure and delicate ecosystem were severely damaged by Hurricane Dean, a category 5 storm that devastated the area in August 2007. Paraiso de la Bonita, a Rivera Maya resort and member of the World Heritage Alliance for Sustainable Tourism, announced a $11,000 donation to the appeal to help reestablish businesses in dozens of communities in the area that earn their livelihoods through the sustainable cultivation of their natural environment.
UN Foundation and Friends of World Heritage
September 7, 2007
The UN Foundation today launched an emergency fundraising appeal for $100,000 to support the recovery effort for communities in and around the Sian Ka’an Biosphere reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The reserve’s infrastructure and delicate ecosystem were severely damaged by Hurricane Dean, a category 5 storm that devastated the area in August 2007. Paraiso de la Bonita, a Rivera Maya resort and member of the World Heritage Alliance for Sustainable Tourism, announced a $11,000 donation to the appeal to help reestablish businesses in dozens of communities in the area that earn their livelihoods through the sustainable cultivation of their natural environment.
China's Great Wall made less great by Sandstorms
Associated Press
August 29, 2007
Western sections of the Great Wall of China are being reduced to "mounds of dirt" by sandstorms and may disappear entirely in 20 years, a report said Wednesday.
Associated Press
August 29, 2007
Western sections of the Great Wall of China are being reduced to "mounds of dirt" by sandstorms and may disappear entirely in 20 years, a report said Wednesday.
World Heritage Sites Under Scrutiny
Conde Nast Traveler
August 22, 2007
UNESCO withdraws the first site from its world heritage list; others may follow.
Conde Nast Traveler
August 22, 2007
UNESCO withdraws the first site from its world heritage list; others may follow.
UNESCO joins United Nations effort in response to Peruvian quake
UNESCO
August 21, 2007
Peru has 10 properties inscribed on the World Heritage List, including the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, the Historic Centre of Lima, and the Chan Chan Archeological Zone. No reports of major damage to these sites have been received so far, but emergency financial assistance from the World Heritage Fund has been offered to the authorities concerned to assess and deal with the situation.
UNESCO
August 21, 2007
Peru has 10 properties inscribed on the World Heritage List, including the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, the Historic Centre of Lima, and the Chan Chan Archeological Zone. No reports of major damage to these sites have been received so far, but emergency financial assistance from the World Heritage Fund has been offered to the authorities concerned to assess and deal with the situation.
