Conservation of Resources – Page 9 – MOSAEC

How Locals Saved ‘the Yosemite of South America’

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How Locals Saved ‘the Yosemite of South America’

A decade-long battle between a wealthy industrialist and a band of activists led to a surprising $63 million transaction.

By David Gelles

A Major Sea Turtle Nesting Site, on Bijagos Islands, Is Worlds Away From Crowds

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A Major Sea Turtle Nesting Site, on Bijagos Islands, Is Worlds Away From Crowds

Green sea turtles swim hundreds of miles to nest on a spectacular West African archipelago. Getting there is quite a journey for humans, too.

By Ricci Shryock

As Wildfires Grow Fiercer, Some Companies Look to Rebuild the Tree Supply Chain

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As Wildfires Grow Fiercer, Some Companies Look to Rebuild the Tree Supply Chain

As forests succumb to ever-fiercer wildfires, the federal government and some adventurous private companies are trying to resuscitate an industry.

By Lydia DePillis

Why Is There So Much Plastic Food Packaging?

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Why Is There So Much Plastic Food Packaging?

As governments impose limits on plastic food packaging, climate-friendlier alternatives are in the works. Here are some that might be coming to a grocery store near you.

By Kim Severson