Yves Vanderhaeghen

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Research tackles the tensions between nature and necessity

In Mpumalanga, where farmland, forests, mining, and communities meet the Kruger National Park, Professor Dan Parker leads a groundbreaking biodiversity research effort. Backed by a major research chair, he is tackling the real-world tension between development and conservation proving that science can shape sustainable solutions in a climate-challenged world.

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Wings in the wind: jackal buzzards and the hidden cost of green energy

Discover the urgent need to protect South Africa’s endemic Jackal Buzzard, a vital raptor threatened by wind turbine collisions amid rapid green energy development. Research by Merlyn Nkomo highlights the risk of extinction within a century if mitigation efforts aren’t implemented. Learn how balancing renewable energy and biodiversity conservation is crucial for safeguarding this irreplaceable species and promoting sustainable solutions.