http://www.wildasia.org/ Wild Asia's articles are a collection of features on wild places, people, nature, and conservation efforts in Asia. en-us Sat, 31 Jul 2010 05:22:58 +0800 Sat, 31 Jul 2010 05:22:58 +0800 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Wild Asia CMS reza@wildasia.org (Reza Azmi) webmaster@wildasia.org (Wild Asia Webmaster) http://www.wildasia.org/weblinks/Ads/logoH.gif http://www.wildasia.org/ The 2nd FEALAC Ecotourism Conference saw academics, government officials, students, and NGOs from all member countries converging to Seoul, South Korea to promote better understanding and cooperation in developing ecotourism. Our Responsible Tourism Advisor, MELISSA CORNEJO, had the opportunity to be a speaker and participant of this prestigious ev... http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=612 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=612 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=612#comments Wild Asia > Reading Room > Latest Features info@wildasia.org (Melissa Cornejo) Mon, 05 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0800 Our third Wild Asia Hero goes to the Lubok Bongor Conservation, Cultural, Social and Welfare Society (PRILUB). Formerly known as the Wildlife Protection Unit (WPU), the group was the first community-based wildlife protection unit to be set up in the country. Jules Ong reports from Lubok Bongor, Kelantan. http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=610 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=610 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=610#comments Wild Asia > Reading Room > Latest Features info@wildasia.org (Jules Ong) Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0800 The National River Clean Up held recently saw volunteers not only enjoying time outdoors with families but also being part of a collective effort to safeguard Malaysian rivers. Volunteers share their experience with SHARYN SHUFIYAN. http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=609 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=609 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=609#comments Wild Asia > Reading Room > Latest Features info@wildasia.org (Sharyn Lisa Shufiyan) Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0800 Think nuclear and the Chernobyl disaster comes to mind. Since the world's first nuclear plant went into operation in 1951 in Idaho, nuclear power has been a divisive and explosive issue. Few can choose not to take sides. Which side are you and how well informed are your views? http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=608 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=608 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=608#comments Wild Asia > Reading Room > Latest Features info@wildasia.org (Jules Ong) Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0800 Want to bond with family and friends and at the same time do your bit for the environment? Instead of spending the weekend in overcrowded malls, why not head outdoors and help clean up our rivers? WILD ASIA offers you an alternative weekend outing. http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=607 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=607 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=607#comments Wild Asia > Reading Room > Latest Features info@wildasia.org (Wild Asia) Tue, 01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0800 Meeting the sustainability requirements under the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) can be a challenge for some companies undergoing the certification process. Biodiversity for Busy Managers is an initiative to help plantation managers overcome this stumbling block. WILD ASIA shares their thoughts and inspiration that spurred Biodiversity f... http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=606 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=606 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=606#comments Wild Asia > Reading Room > Latest Features info@wildasia.org (Wild Asia) Thu, 27 May 2010 00:00:00 +0800 Bird life in oil palm plantations can be characterized broadly by the different micro habitats found within and beyond their boundaries. By recognizing these bird species and their habitats, plantation managers could better manage biodiversity in their areas. DAVE BAKEWELL provides the 101 on the birds in Malaysian plantations. http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=605 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=605 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=605#comments Wild Asia > Reading Room > Latest Features info@wildasia.org (Dave Bakewell) Thu, 20 May 2010 00:00:00 +0800 In this second installment of Talking Points, we tackle the ethics of volunteer tourism, or 'voluntourism', a term that is becoming vogue with gap year students in developed countries. Do-gooders on vacation call it volunteer tourism, but can it truly help disadvantaged communities or is it just another tourism product? http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=589 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=589 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=589#comments Wild Asia > Reading Room > Latest Features info@wildasia.org (Jules Ong) Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0800 The first Biodiversity for Busy Managers workshop recently held in Sabah, Malaysia gave insights on the global importance of biodiversity and the current state of ecosystems. DAVE BAKEWELL reports. http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=588 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=588 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=588#comments Wild Asia > Reading Room > Latest Features info@wildasia.org (Dave Bakewell) Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0800 The workshop on biodiversity and conservation in plantations recently held in Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia saw plantations owners and environmental specialists engaging in a discussion on steps towards sustainability. DAVE BAKEWELL gives us the insights of the workshop. http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=587 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=587 http://www.wildasia.org/main.cfm?page=article&articleID=587#comments Wild Asia > Reading Room > Latest Features info@wildasia.org (Dave Bakewell) Fri, 02 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0800