Well-managed, locally-supported marine reserves in the Asia-Pacific region significantly help in reducing poverty and enhancing the quality of life for residents of local communities, according to a new study, which provides tangible evidence that these investments bring about measurable economic growth and quality of life benefits.
Marine Conservation Reduces Poverty
Marine Conservation Reduces Poverty
(via www.nature.org)
Submitted by Connell83 on Tue, 2007-12-11 04:31. | Tags: nature | science | animals | asia pacific | conservation | coral reefs | ecosystem services | endangered | environment | fish | habitat | marine protected areas | Nature | oceans | science | scientists | study | sustainability
absolutely unique idea
To engage the poor people on coastal areas is absolutely unique idea.. indigenous universities , local researchers and administration can play a role to implement in better way..