From “blue carbon” to “ecosystem services,” environmental jargon is everywhere. In an explainer series, we try to make sense of it.

April 23, 2025

From “blue carbon” to “ecosystem services,” environmental jargon is everywhere. Conservation International looks to make sense of it in an occasional explainer series. In this installment, we explore the role “HFLDs,” play in storing climate-warming carbon.

March 8, 2023

From “blue carbon” to “ecosystem services,” environmental jargon is everywhere these days. Conservation International looks to make sense of it in an occasional explainer series. In this installment, we explore “climate adaptation.”

November 9, 2022

In this explainer, we dive into “aquaculture,” a method for farming fish, which can sustainably satisfy the world's growing appetite for seafood — when done correctly.

July 21, 2022

A unique approach to ocean conservation could help countries balance protection and production for the marine ecosystems they depend on.

June 8, 2021

In this installment of "What on Earth?" we explore the importance of "natural climate solutions" — and why nature has a p.r. problem.

November 25, 2019

In this installment of “What on Earth?” we explore the “reforestation” — what it is, why it’s important, and how it can help stop climate change.

August 5, 2019

Human Nature breaks down what “REDD+” is and how it helps to conserve forests.

March 28, 2019

Human Nature breaks down what "non-timber forest products" are

November 7, 2018

On the first day of the Economist World Ocean Summit, we break down the “blue economy.”

March 7, 2018

Here, we break down “conservation agreements,” an approach that helps conserve biodiversity while improving the quality of life for local communities.

February 20, 2018

In this installment of “What on Earth?” we explore the “carbon budget” — what it is, why it’s important, and how a new study about it is making waves.

September 20, 2017

What are carbon offsets? A way to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change. Learn more.

July 27, 2017

This range of financial tools might be the final frontier for protecting nature.

December 2, 2016

A term you might never have heard of has immense importance for curbing climate change.

November 1, 2016

The concept of land tenure has major implications for conservation.

October 6, 2016

What makes coffee “sustainable,” and why it even matters.

September 29, 2016

This concept could literally revolutionize the way nature is protected.

July 13, 2016