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p>Fourteen Latin American and Caribbean countries adopted an ambitious Plan of Action to improve access rights in the region, including access to information, public participation, and access to justice.

Governments, corporations, and development agencies are increasingly interested in…

More than 300 representatives from government, multilateral institutions, and civil society came together today to push for more action and commitments to support stronger governance around environmental issues.

First-ever Eco-Audit of the Mesoamerican Reef Countries

Editor’s note: Online resources, including verification documentation, a description of the Eco-Audit indicators, summary results and more, are available at: www.wri.org/reefs and www.healthyreefs.org

A new economic valuation shows what Jamaica’s economy stands to lose if its coral reefs decline further.

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p>Coral reefs provide significant value to the Jamaican economy, including tourism, fisheries and shoreline protection, according to new analysis released today. The study finds that reef-related fisheries contribute $34.3 million (USD) annually to Jamaica’s economy.

Online contest raises awareness about the public health benefits of sustainable urban development and transport in Latin America and Caribbean.

“Reefs at Risk Revisited” report presents comprehensive analysis of threats to coral reefs

“Reefs at Risk Revisited” report presents comprehensive analysis of threats to coral reefs

Lauretta Burke explains why President Bush’s recent designation of 195,000 square miles of coral rich marine habitat in the Pacific Ocean is important to global reef conservation efforts.