Environmental conservation work in Bhutan
Latest news and publications
02 Jul 2008
Poaching gangs blamed for tiger density tumble in Nepal park
A Nepal wildlife reserve that boasted the highest density of tigers in the world is just half a decade later struggling to hold a few remaining tigers.
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16 Apr 2008
Indian rhinos on the move to a better future
After centuries of having their range contracted to the point of extinction, India’s rhinos are on the move outwards again. In a difficult operation, two male rhinos were taken back to a national park in Assam’s Himalayan foothills last weekend.
The return was an emotional moment for local residents, who lost their last rhinos a decade ago during a 20 year period of civil disturbance that wrecked infrastructure in the famed Manas National Park and allowed poachers free reign. » Read more
24 Mar 2008
Norden Pines briquette plant opens in Bhutan
In a rural farming province of Bhutan, a programme is under way to provide an alternative source of energy and protect the environment. » Read more
Norden Pines briquette plant opens in Bhutan
In a rural farming province of Bhutan, a programme is under way to provide an alternative source of energy and protect the environment. » Read more
New or updated projects
Modified: Nov 2008 - Started: Jul 2003Bhutan Biological Conservation Complex
The 5-year Bhutan Biological Conservation Complex (B2C2) operational plan was endorsed by the Royal Government in April 2004. The plan was printed and... » Read moreAsian Big Cat Project
This project aims to build on tiger conservation efforts in Bhutan by strengthening anti-poaching law enforcement. It will seek to improve the capacit... » Read moreDeclaration of Wangchuck Centennial National Park
The project will provide assistance to the Royal Government of Bhutan in its declaration of a 3,700km2 area as Centennial park in October 2008. The... » Read moreContact
WWF Bhutan Programme Office,
Thimphu
Bhutan
T: +975 2 323 528
F: +975 2 323 518
Thimphu
Bhutan
T: +975 2 323 528
F: +975 2 323 518
