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Why are World Heritage Sites such a vital tool for saving endangered species and habitats?
FromWhat on Earth?
Why are World Heritage Sites such a vital tool for saving endangered species and habitats?
FromWhat on Earth?
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Length:
27 minutes
Released:
Sep 29, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
In this episode, we take a look at the work of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, which has just met in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and discuss what happened – and what didn’t happen – at the meeting and how World Heritage Sites can be an important tool when it comes to bolstering protection for endangered species and unique habitats.
EIA Senior Wildlife Campaigner Lindsey Smith was keeping close tabs on the Riyadh meeting and shares her insights with podcast host Paul Newman, EIA’s Senior Press and Communications Officer.
EIA Senior Wildlife Campaigner Lindsey Smith was keeping close tabs on the Riyadh meeting and shares her insights with podcast host Paul Newman, EIA’s Senior Press and Communications Officer.
Released:
Sep 29, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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