Everybody is talking about.. the environment!
The protection of the environment is no longer a marginal topic overshadowed by economic, social and political concerns. The IUCN World Conservation Congress, managed to bring together experts, decision-makers and newsmakers from all corners of the world, including HSH Prince Albert of Monaco, a devoted, hands-on environmentalist. He tells IUCN web TV why it is time to act. …
07 Oct 2008 | Video
Nicolas Hulot place la coopération Nord-Sud au centre de la protection de la nature
Nicolat Hulot, Président de la Fondation Nicolas-Hulot pour la nature et l'homme parle de la nécessaire collaboration entre les pays du Sud et ceux du Nord dans les négotiations vers un accord équitable sur le climat. …
07 Oct 2008 | Video
Forum d'ouverture des travaux du Congrès de Barcelone
6 octobre: Forum d'ouverture des travaux en session plénière suivi de l'ouverture des trois sessions thématiques du Congrès. …
07 Oct 2008 | Video
Banking on change
The World Bank is compiling a report on the impacts of climate change in Latin America and the Caribbean. Pamela Cox, the Bank's Regional Vice President spoke to IUCN Web TV about some of the key findings and what is being done in response. …
07 Oct 2008 | Video
When do we stop buying?
Is the advertising industry the main culprit for over consumption in the developed world? What needs to be done to change people's ways and minds?
IUCN TV talks to Marcus Brown, CEO of Young&Rubicam Brands, who confirms that one planet is just not enough. …
07 Oct 2008 | Video
What kind of world do you want?
The World Conservation Congress brings together Royalty, Heads of State, Nobel Prize winners, world-renowned scientists and philanthropists, working with environmental, business and indigenous leaders. The opening ceremony featured High-level speakers such as the Prince of Asturias, the Princess of Thailand, Spain's Minister of Environment, Prince Albert of Monaco and Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus. Delegates include prominent figures such as Prince Albert of Monaco and CNN founder Ted Turner. …
07 Oct 2008 | Video
Remise du prix connect2earth
Sofia Mateus, une jeune Suisso-portugaise de 29 ans, est la grande gagnante d’une compétition internationale destinée aux jeunes, sur le site www.connect2earth.org. Cette communauté verte en ligne, lancée par l’UICN et le WWF avec le soutien de Nokia, permet aux jeunes de s’exprimer sur l’environnement en chargeant leurs vidéos, photos et commentaires. …
07 Oct 2008 | Video
IUCN Red List brings news on mammals
The most comprehensive assesment of the world's mammals has confirmed an extintion crisis. IUCN experts talk about the main concerns on the 2008 Red List, challenges we face, and news on the 2009 List. …
07 Oct 2008 | Video
Evening News Oct 6
Another lively day unfolded at the IUCN World Conservation Congress with the opening of the forum, the 2008 Red List launch, the announcement of Connect2earth's grand prize winner and a heated debate on over consumption. …
06 Oct 2008 | Video
Gender on the agenda
Are women being properly represented when decisions are made about the environment? IUCN Web TV talks to Lorena Aguilar, IUCN's Senior Gender Adviser about what progress is being made in integrating gender equity into conservation policy, which countries are leading the way and what more is needed. Several women who are taking part in the International Women Entrepreneurs Fair here at the Congress explain how they are changing the lives of local communities around the world through a range of innovative enterprises. …
06 Oct 2008 | Video
