The Art of Conservation: Dina Al Rifai and the Rise of SPNL’s Mascot Universe
In a world where storytelling and conservation rarely intertwine, Dina Al Rifai has found a way to make them dance together—colorfully, joyfully, and meaningfully....
Towards Lebanon’s First Natural Park: A Vision Unfolds in Ras El Matn
By Assad Serhal
In the heart of Mount Lebanon, a landmark environmental initiative is taking shape. Lebanon’s first officially designated Higher Matn Natural Park is...
Coordination Meeting Between the Litani River Authority and the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL)
As part of efforts to strengthen environmental cooperation, a team from the Litani River Authority held a coordination meeting with a delegation from the...
Beirut River Valley: Towards Establishing Lebanon’s First Natural Park
Project Overview
Duration: 18 months (July 2025 – December 2026)
Donor: Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC)
Target Area: Upper Beirut River Valley in Mount lebanon
Villages...
Hima Abadiyeh
Abadiyeh (Arabic: العبادية; also spelled al-Abadiyah or Aabadiyeh) is a picturesque mountain town in the Baabda District of the Mount Lebanon Governorate, just 16...
Czech White Stork Shot Down in Northern Lebanon: SPNL and Partners...
In a sobering reminder of the ongoing threats facing migratory birds in Lebanon, a Czech-ringed white stork (Ciconia ciconia) was found severely injured near...
Stitching Lebanon’s First Natural Park, One Hima at a Time: Abadiyeh...
Under the esteemed patronage of Minister of Environment Dr. Tamara El Zein, and in the presence of Mr. Cyril Dewaleyne, Deputy Head of Cooperation...
Lebanon Strengthens Commitment to Marine Conservation: LEF and SPNL Sign Strategic...
Under the esteemed patronage of H.E. Judge Marwan Abboud, Governor of Beirut, and in cooperation with Beirut Municipality, a high-level environmental event occurred on...
The Poor Man’s Weatherglass: Spring Wildflowers of Lebanon
As winter loosens its grip, Lebanon’s landscapes awaken with a spectacular display of spring wildflowers, each bloom signaling the arrival of warmer days. Among...
Charter of Action for the Hima Municipalities in Aley District
This gathering of municipalities was organized for the purpose of signing this “Charter,” which aims to revive and rehabilitate the Hima heritage trails, transforming...
