THAILAND ARTIFICIAL REEFS
In 2010, Thailand lowered 25 retired battle tanks into 80 feet of water off Narathiwat; a decade later, local fishermen reported a sharp boost in catches
Thailand's army sank obsolete battle tanks and railway cars into the Gulf of Thailand. This initiative aimed to create new fishing grounds for local fishermen. Marine life has since thrived on these structures, attracting various fish species. Studies elsewhere show artificial reefs can significantly increase fish catches and income. This project demonstrates repurposing military equipment to rebuild livelihoods effectively.
Market diversification, FTAs key to protecting the livelihoods of coastal farmers: Grinson George, Director, CMFRI
Our immediate priority is to drive market diversification, fast-track FTAs, and move toward high-value products to safeguard the livelihoods of millions of coastal farmers and workers, says Grinson George, Director, CMFRI
52 places to go in 2025
The article showcases diverse global destinations with unique experiences and recent developments. From Jane Austen's anniversary celebrations in England to the reopening of the Alishan Forest Railway in Taiwan, these destinations offer rich cultural explorations. It highlights future events like the Year of Cézanne in France and WorldPride in Washington, D.C.
View: Want to save the planet? Re-Industrialize through renewables
Instead of focusing on degrowth, China and India are prioritizing technology to enable people to aspire to a more prosperous life next year and beyond without destroying the planet. Pumped-storage hydropower and the chemistry of ammonia are the top contenders to rewire production, trade, and consumption without a decline in living standards in developing nations, while green hydrogen could lessen the outsize role of oil and gas in geopolitics.
EAS leaders to focus on South China Sea situation in November Summit
It is incumbent upon hosts Thailand and ASEAN as a whole that South China Sea situation is mentioned in the declaration that will be issued at the 35th ASEAN Summit and 14th East Asia Summit that Bangkok is hosting between November 2 and 4.
Explore the wild with a purpose: Visit sanctuaries that support conservation efforts, reforestation
There are many ways in which tourists visiting Antarctica can adopt an environmental-friendly attitude.
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Gaël Couturier says his trip to Thailand was a life changing experience
The really interesting thing about Koh Tao is the environment protection plan that most of the island divers are setting up.
Wreck-diving compels new pursuit for Indian adventure junkies
Mumbai-based Karina Tourism and Adventures (KTA), is organising tours of the Inket, a Japanese ship that sunk during World War II in the Andamans.
Fish production in West Bengal may cross 2K metric tons by 2015: Assocham
Growing at compounded annual growth rate of about 5%, fish production in West Bengal may cross 2,000 metric tons mark by 2015 from the current level of about 1,800 metric tons, according to a comprehensive study on fisheries done by Assocham.
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