WWF announces 2008 winner of prestigious Getty award named "The Nobel Prize for Conservation."
WWF announces 2008 winner of the prestigious Getty Prize for Conservation is Mr. Roger Samba, President of the Velondriake Committee.
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Rapid expansion of locally-managed marine conservation in Madagascar
Blue Ventures is expanding its work in southern Madagascar as it implements an ambitious African Development Bank-funded project aiming to promote the sustainable development of traditional marine fisheries along more than 300km of coast.
Read more: Rapid expansion of locally-managed marine conservation in Madagascar
First hatching of Green Turtles recorded in southwest Madagascar as a direct result of conservation efforts
July 2008 Lamboara: The first hatching of Green Turtles recorded as a direct result of efforts to protect the species in southwest Madagascar has been witnessed by marine conservationists working for British charity, Blue Ventures Conservation.
Blue Ventures selected as a Geotourism Finalist
Blue Ventures Conservation has been chosen as a finalist in National Geographic and Ashoka's Changemakers Geotourism Challenge Competition.
Andavadoaka honoured by UNDP Equator Prize
Andavadoaka received visitors from national, regional and local government recently to make the official presentation of the UNDP Equator Prize.
BV presents keynote at environmental youth conference in Bermuda
Blue Ventures took centre stage this week, at the 5th Biennial Environmental Youth Conference at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo (BAMZ).
Read more: BV presents keynote at environmental youth conference in Bermuda
Industry watchdog Which? commends Blue Ventures’ Carbon Offset
Blue Ventures’ innovative non-profit carbon offsetting programme has been highly rated by companies watchdog Which? in its new report on the UK carbon offsetting industry.
Read more: Industry watchdog Which? commends Blue Ventures’ Carbon Offset
Top UK Marine Conservation Groups Join Forces for Coral Reef Campaign
Three of the UK’s most respected marine conservation groups – Coral Cay Conservation, Blue Ventures and Project AWARE Foundation – announced today they have joined forces to promote coral reef conservation during the International Year of the Reef 2008.Read more: Top UK Marine Conservation Groups Join Forces for Coral Reef Campaign
Blue Ventures and Aqua Lung Launch New Partnership to Protect Threatened Marine Habitats
Aqua Lung becomes exclusive supplier of diving gear for Blue Ventures’ expeditions
Blue Ventures, the award-winning marine conservation group, and Aqua Lung, the oldest and most respected name in Scuba diving, today announced they are joining forces to protect some of the world’s most threatened coral reef systems.
Read more: Blue Ventures and Aqua Lung Launch New Partnership to Protect Threatened Marine Habitats
Blue Ventures Honoured by Responsible Tourism Awards for Marine Eco-trips to Madagascar
Blue Ventures is “Highly Commended” for eco- trips that protect threatened coastal habits
Blue Ventures Expeditions today was “Highly Commended” by the Responsible Tourism Awards in the Marine Environment category, recognised for its eco-tourism trips that bring volunteers to Madagascar to protect threatened ocean resources.
Read more: Blue Ventures Honoured by Responsible Tourism Awards for Marine Eco-trips to Madagascar
Blue Ventures Discusses Conservation and Exploration at Royal Geographical Society’s Explore 2007
24-25 November conference brings leading scientists to present latest trends in exploration
Blue Ventures’ Director of Scientific Research Al Harris and Managing Director Richard Nimmo will speak at the Royal Geographical Society’s Explore 2007 conference this month to discuss the important role exploration plays in finding solutions to global environmental threats.
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- Blue Ventures Carbon Offsetting Programme Signs up Three New Clients
- Blue Ventures and Coral Cay Respond to Debate over Gap Year and Volunteer Aid Projects
- Blue Ventures Teaches Children About Marine Life and Conservation At London Aquarium
- Blue Ventures Director wins Social Entrepreneur Award
- Andavadoaka Village in Madagascar Wins United Nations Equator Prize for Community Conservation
- Blue Ventures Launches Carbon Offsetting Fund to Fight Climate Change and Help Local Communities
- The Village of Andavadoaka Named Finalists in the United Nations Equator Prize
- New Study Shows Marine Protected Areas Can Increase Productivity of Fishing Industry
- New James Bond Film Brings Blue Ventures Alum to the Big Screen
- Blue Ventures Wins “Highly Commended” Honours in the Enterprising Young Brits Awards - Chancellor Gordon Brown leads ceremonies recognizing young entrepreneurs
- Blue Ventures Honoured by Responsible Tourism Awards for Work with Volunteers in Madagascar
- Blue Ventures Launches New Shark Monitoring Programme in Southwest Madagascar
- Marine Expedition in Madagascar Discovers Severe Damage to Coral Reefs from Rising Sea Temperatures
- Blue Ventures Turns Three!
- Blue Ventures Placed on Shortlist for Two Social Responsibility Awards
- Blue Ventures Releases New Study of Traditional Ecological Knowledge of Vezo People of Madagascar
- New “Birds of Andavadoaka” Guide Now Available
- Blue Ventures Assists Research Expedition to Chagos Archipelago
- Blue Ventures Represents United Kingdom in Global Youth Delegation Attending UN Climate Change Negotiations in Canada
- Blue Ventures’ Founders Receive Special Commendation at Enterprising Young Brits Awards - Chancellor Gordon Brown Leads Ceremonies for Award Winners
- Blue Ventures’ Volunteer Launches International Letter Exchange Programme Between Students in United States and Madagascar
- Blue Ventures Discusses Community Conservation at World Youth Congress in Scotland
- Hundreds Turn Out to Take Advantage of Large Octopus Catches During Reopening of Andavadoaka’s First Community-run Octopus No-take Zone
- Blue Ventures Leads Beach Clean-up Competition In Madagascar for World Environment Day
- Blue Ventures Wins Prestigious SEED Award from the United Nations and World Conservation Union
- Blue Ventures Launches New Malagasy Scholarship Programme to Promote Conservation Awareness
- Blue Ventures and partner shortlisted for SEED Awards
- Blue Ventures Honoured by the Responsible Travel Awards