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China’s pursuit of growth threatens an ecological disaster

China’s pursuit of growth threatens an ecological disaster

13 January 2023 - China is the largest emitter of greenhouse gases in the world — and on extracting minerals and natural resources in an ecologically destructive and polluting way abroad.

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Ecocide in Ukraine: An Interview with Wouter Veening

Ecocide in Ukraine: An Interview with Wouter Veening

8 December 2022 - IES President Wouter Veening speaks out about the ecocide that is taking place in Ukraine.

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The battle for the planet: Who will win the war with nature and her allies?

The battle for the planet: Who will win the war with nature and her allies?

The Hague, 11 June 2020- Message from Wouter Veening, IES Chairman

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Environmental defenders continue to be attacked even during the COVID-19 crisis

Environmental defenders continue to be attacked even during the COVID-19 crisis

19 June 2020 - At least six environmentalist have been killed in different Latin American countries since 11 March the date on which the WHO declared the COVID-19 disease a pandemic

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Measures to combat COVID-19 impact wildlife trafficking but criminal networks are gearing up to increase operations

Measures to combat COVID-19 impact wildlife trafficking but criminal networks are gearing up to increase operations

The Hague, 29 April 2020, Wildlife Justice Commission releases new analysis

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IES Launches new website

IES Launches new website

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New Water Footprint Assessment Tool is Online

New Water Footprint Assessment Tool is Online

The Hague, 18 March 2020

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