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Wildlife Wins: Corridors, Crossings, and Jaguars Return
Planet WinsApr 24

Wildlife Wins: Corridors, Crossings, and Jaguars Return

From Australia to Honduras, new conservation efforts are bringing real results for endangered species. Wildlife corridors, safer roads, and habitat protection are helping animals thrive again.

Google News - Wildlife Recovery3 min read
Wildlife Corridors Reconnect Fragmented Landscapes in Africa
Planet Wins3h ago

Wildlife Corridors Reconnect Fragmented Landscapes in Africa

Camera traps in South Africa's Overberg region reveal leopards, honey badgers, and caracals using narrow strips of land between farms to move between safe havens. These wildlife corridors prove that even small, compromised patches of land can save species trapped on habitat "islands."

Daily Maverick3 min read
California Invests $80M in Salmon Habitat and Wildlife
Planet WinsMay 29

California Invests $80M in Salmon Habitat and Wildlife

California just approved $80 million to restore salmon rivers, protect wildlife corridors, and open up nature access across 16 counties. The funding will remove barriers blocking fish from their spawning grounds and protect critical habitat for dozens of threatened species.

Google News - Wildlife Recovery3 min read
England Invests £30M to Restore Wildlife Habitats
Planet WinsMay 25

England Invests £30M to Restore Wildlife Habitats

England is pouring £30 million into restoring wildlife habitats across its most iconic landscapes, from Dartmoor to the Lake District. The three-year fund aims to create thousands of hectares of new habitat for threatened species like hedgehogs, dormice, and rare birds.

Google News - Wildlife Recovery3 min read
India Activists Fight to Protect Tiger Corridor Forest
Planet WinsJan 22

India Activists Fight to Protect Tiger Corridor Forest

Conservationists in India are rallying to stop mining projects that threaten critical tiger habitat in Maharashtra. A signature campaign and political pressure aim to save over 18,000 trees and preserve wildlife corridors connecting tiger populations.

The Hindu2 min read
Kyrgyzstan Creates Climate-Ready Corridor for Snow Leopards
Planet WinsJun 11

Kyrgyzstan Creates Climate-Ready Corridor for Snow Leopards

Kyrgyzstan just protected 2 million acres of mountain landscape so snow leopards can survive climate change. The corridor connects existing parks and pastures, letting wildlife move freely as their habitats shift.

Mongabay2 min read
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Planet WinsFeb 25

Kenya Secures $3.9M to Restore Critical Wildlife Corridors

Kenya just landed nearly $4 million to bring threatened ecosystems back to life, connecting vital wildlife corridors and protecting biodiversity. The partnership with WWF marks a major step toward the country's 2030 conservation goals.

AllAfrica - Environment2 min read
London's 14-Mile Wildlife Corridor Connects Four Boroughs
Planet WinsApr 21

London's 14-Mile Wildlife Corridor Connects Four Boroughs

East London is building a 14-mile "nature corridor" to reconnect isolated wildlife across some of the city's most nature-deprived neighborhoods. The project will link community gardens, rooftops, canals, and even sports fields to help pollinators and urban wildlife thrive.

BBC Science3 min read
UK Invests £30M to Restore Wildlife Habitats by 2029
Planet WinsMay 26

UK Invests £30M to Restore Wildlife Habitats by 2029

England is investing £30 million over three years to bring back thriving habitats for hedgehogs, water voles, and other struggling species. The program could also make water cleaner and help prevent flooding across the country.

Google News - Wildlife Recovery2 min read
50-Year Dream: Bridge Becomes Wildlife Corridor Over M1
Planet WinsFeb 22

50-Year Dream: Bridge Becomes Wildlife Corridor Over M1

A forgotten bridge over Australia's busy Princes Motorway is being transformed into a wildlife crossing, fulfilling a conservation dream first imagined in 1974. Koalas, wombats, and possums will soon safely reconnect across habitats split by 40,000 daily vehicles.

ABC Australia2 min read
West Africa Plants Wildlife Corridor to Reconnect Forests
Planet Wins6d ago

West Africa Plants Wildlife Corridor to Reconnect Forests

A village in Côte d'Ivoire is partnering with conservationists to create a wildlife corridor linking two national parks by planting native trees alongside crops. The project could help elephants, antelopes, and other animals move freely between protected forests for the first time in decades.

Mongabay2 min read
30 Years, 101 Elephant Corridors Built Across India
Community HeroesFeb 28

30 Years, 101 Elephant Corridors Built Across India

Vivek Menon has spent three decades creating safe passages for elephants to travel between forests, protecting both wildlife and communities. His Wildlife Trust of India has now established 101 corridors that allow these giants to roam freely without human conflict.

The Better India2 min read
Ethiopia and UN-Habitat Partner on Affordable Housing
SolutionsApr 29

Ethiopia and UN-Habitat Partner on Affordable Housing

Ethiopia is teaming up with UN-Habitat to deliver affordable homes and build sustainable cities as the nation experiences rapid urban growth. The partnership brings global expertise and innovative financing to address housing needs while creating jobs.

Regional: ethiopia development (ET)2 min read
Habitat for Humanity Needs Lunch Makers, Not Just Builders
Community HeroesJan 19

Habitat for Humanity Needs Lunch Makers, Not Just Builders

Building homes for families in need takes more than hammers and nails. Habitat for Humanity in Wood County is recruiting volunteers for everything from making sandwiches to managing budgets as they prepare their 56th home.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
North Carolina Zoo Is World's Largest Natural Habitat
Planet WinsMay 20

North Carolina Zoo Is World's Largest Natural Habitat

The North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro just earned the title of world's largest natural habitat zoo, giving 1,700 animals room to roam across sprawling, nature-inspired exhibits. Visitors can meet over 250 species living in spaces that mirror their wild homes.

Google News - World Record2 min read
Habitat for Humanity Housed 65 Million People in 50 Years
SolutionsMar 25

Habitat for Humanity Housed 65 Million People in 50 Years

Since 1976, Habitat for Humanity has given 65 million people access to safe, affordable housing. Now they're inviting everyone to help open doors for the 3 billion people still struggling with housing insecurity.

Upworthy2 min read
Iowa County Seeks Earth Day Volunteers for Habitat Cleanup
Acts of KindnessApr 17

Iowa County Seeks Earth Day Volunteers for Habitat Cleanup

Lee County Conservation in Iowa is rallying volunteers for an Earth Day workday that will restore wildlife habitats and clean up the Heron Bend Conservation Area. The April event reminds us that protecting our planet is a year-round commitment, not just a once-a-year celebration.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Wisconsin Habitat Program Offers Free Home Repairs
Acts of KindnessApr 7

Wisconsin Habitat Program Offers Free Home Repairs

Habitat for Humanity volunteers in Wisconsin are fixing homes for free through May 30, painting garages, building ramps, and clearing debris for families in need. The Brush with Kindness program has expanded from Portage to Baraboo this year, with 15 projects underway and more volunteers needed.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Madagascar Plants 70-Hectare Forest Corridor for Lemurs
Planet WinsApr 15

Madagascar Plants 70-Hectare Forest Corridor for Lemurs

Scientists and local communities in Madagascar are rebuilding a rainforest highway for lemurs, planting more than 100 native tree species to reconnect two wildlife havens torn apart 60 years ago. The forest is already working—lemurs have been spotted using the new corridor.

Mongabay2 min read
Max Space Unveils Moon Habitat That Expands 20x in Orbit
InnovationApr 16

Max Space Unveils Moon Habitat That Expands 20x in Orbit

A Florida company just showcased a revolutionary expandable space habitat that could transform how humans live on the Moon and beyond. The lightweight structure launches compact on a single rocket, then expands to 20 times its size once deployed.

Space.com2 min read

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