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November 24, 2008 -
In the Media
"Annual Value of Belize Reefs Runs into Many Millions"
From the Rainforest Portal
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October 24, 2008 -
In the Media
"An Interview With E.O. Wilson, the Father of the Encyclopedia of Life"
From The New York Times
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October 10, 2008 -
Video
Preserving Biodiversity Around the World
To learn more about the MacArthur Foundation's support of biodiversity preservation around the world, visit http://www.macfound.org/conservation.
Read MoreOctober 9, 2008 -
Video
Fenosoa Andriamahenina of the Tany Meva Foundation
The Tany Meva Foundation, Madagascar's first environmental foundation, was one of eight recipients of the MacArthur Award for Creative & Effective Institutions in 2008. Read More
October 6, 2008 -
Press release
$50 Million to Protect Biodiversity Threatened by Climate Change
MacArthur is committing $50 million to help conservation groups working in eight biodiversity hotspots preserve biodiversity in the face of climate change. Read More
October 6, 2008 -
Speech
Remarks by Jonathan Fanton at the IUCN World Conservation Congress Climate Plenary
MacArthur President Jonathan Fanton reviews how the Foundation's thinking about conservation has evolved, outlines its grantmaking strategy in the area, and announces a $50 million commitment to climate change adaptation. Read More
September 26, 2008 -
Video
Announcement of the Encyclopedia of Life
On May 9, 2007, the launch of the Encyclopedia of Life was announced. Spurred by a $10 million grant from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation and $2.5 million from the Alfred P ...
Read MoreSeptember 25, 2008 -
In the Media
"Former Enemies Rwanda and Burundi Sign Conservation Pact"
From the Environmental News Service
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June 11, 2008 -
Video
Pralad Yonzon, Resources Himalaya Foundation
Pralad Yonzon, Resources Himalaya Foundation, 2007 recipient of the MacArthur Award for Creative & Effective Institutions.
Read MoreJune 4, 2008 -
Speech
"How Foundations Innovate," Remarks by Jonathan F. Fanton at the Council for Advancement and Support of Education Annual Meeting
MacArthur President Jonathan Fanton previews new initiatives on issues like climate change, digital media, and the power of measuring social benefits. Read More
June 3, 2008 -
Press release
Carnegie Institution for Science Receives Grant for Rainforest Monitoring
The Carnegie Institution for Science today announced a $1.8 million grant from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation to create a database of plant chemical and remote sensing signatures for tropical forest species. Read More
May 28, 2008 -
From the field
Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund Receives Support for Conserving Biodiversity Hotspots
MacArthur recently committed $12 million in new funds for the Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund (CEPF) to help conserve biodiversity hotspots, the most threatened and biologically rich areas on Earth. Read More
April 29, 2008 -
From the field
New Map Identifies Conservation Priorities in Madagascar
Two MacArthur Fellows have created a new map of conservation priorities in Madagascar, among the world’s most significant biodiversity hotspots and a focus of MacArthur’s conservation grantmaking. With funding from the Foundation, Patricia Wright ... Read More
April 15, 2008 -
From the field
Group Discovers 14 Plant Species New to Nepal
The Ethnobotanical Society of Nepal (ESON), which is supported by MacArthur, has discovered 14 plant species new to the nation. ESON President Dr. Krishna Shrestha and a survey team recorded the status, richness, and diversity of ... Read More
April 10, 2008 -
From the field
New Madagascar Conservation Map Protects Maximum Number of Species in Biodiversity Hot Spot
An international team of researchers has developed a remarkable new roadmap for finding and protecting the best remaining holdouts for thousands of rare species that live only in Madagascar. Read More
