There is nature within urban areas, it is only somewhat hidden. Elena Portelli from Akustika Project, whose bat conservation initiative involves citizen science, illuminates on how the project is beneficial for protecting the urban environment and heritage.
Bluefin Tuna in Malta: Slime is the Least of the Problems
The Bluefin tuna policy has deeper ramifications than ‘slime’ in our swimming zones. The consequences of the policy have an impact on the ecosystems, the socio-economic profile of the fishing communities, the diving industry and the Maltese social fabric at large.
The Great Fire of Magħtab: Smoke Gets in Your Eyes
The essential step to resolving Malta’s waste crisis is to stop the futile and opportunistic finger-pointing, understand the underlying causes and consider the sensible solutions.
True Value of Land
The question is not whether we will run out of physical land (although in a country as small as Malta this is physically possible), but rather what kind of society do we want to be. Do we want to depend on imports? Do we want to do away with agriculture altogether?
To Ban or Not to Ban: is That the Question?
Another referendum on Spring hunting will not resolve Malta’s top conservation conflict.
Wirt iż-Żejtun and Bulebel: a Success Story
How can communities resist aggressive development? Wirt iż-Żejtun shares a recipe for success.
Ecofeminism: For Emancipation of Women and The Planet
It is through re-establishing compassionate connections between people and abolishing the social hierarchy that nature can once again be valued.
