Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Scientists say billions required to meet conservation targets


Reducing the risk of extinction for threatened species and establishing protected areas for nature will cost the world over $76bn dollars annually.

Researchers say it is needed to meet globally agreed conservation targets by 2020.

The scientists say the daunting number is just a fifth of what the world spends on soft drinks annually.

See full Article: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-19912266