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Sustainably grown houseplants are a delight to many, but some species, such as Lithops olivaceae on the left, are threatened by trade (left photo © Kristin van Schie 10 Jan
2024
Responsible Consumption

How can you ensure your online plant purchases are ethical, legal, and sustainable?

How can you ensure your online plant purchases are ethical, legal, and sustainable? In recent years, the ornamental houseplant trade has bloomed. The convenience of buying plants online has made it…

Dominique Prinsloo

Catalysing Behaviour Change: Harnessing the Power of Personal Values 13 Dec
2023
Responsible Consumption

Catalysing Behaviour Change: Harnessing the Power of Personal Values

In our dynamic and ever-evolving world, bombarded by the influence of the latest ideas, trends, and cultural norms, our values serve as a compass that guides our behaviour. Explore how we can harness…

Ellie Humphrys & Katie Mabbutt

Ring-tailed lemur, Lemur catta, listed as Endangered on The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species 9 Nov
2023
National Regulations
Responsible Consumption

Banding together to protect lemurs: understanding and addressing their threats

Madagascar is home to an astonishing 113 species of lemurs – all of them endemic to the island, yet adored and popularised far beyond in zoos and blockbuster films. But we’re at great risk of losing…

Transparency International & TRAFFIC

Celebrating Collaboration On World Health Day 7 Apr
2023
Global Policy
Responsible Supply Chains
Responsible Consumption

Celebrating Collaboration On World Health Day

This year’s World Health Day honours the human perseverance, innovation, and commitment that has unified communities around the world towards the common goal of Health for All.

Marianne Lee

World Health Day 2022: The Himalayan plants supporting local livelihoods, health, and biodiversity 7 Apr
2022
Empowering Communities
Responsible Supply Chains
Responsible Consumption

World Health Day 2022: The Himalayan plants supporting local livelihoods, health, and biodiversity

Reflecting on the global pandemic and the impacts of climate change, World Health Day 2022 focuses on keeping humans and the planet healthy. To celebrate this, TRAFFIC showcases a Jatamansi plant…

Anastasiya Timoshyna

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