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SPNL is the national partner for BirdLife International in Lebanon. We strive to conserve biodiversity for the provision of a better quality of life through sustaining sites, habitats, species, and people.
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Hima

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....
Natural Parks

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...
Hima

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...
Projects

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...
Environment
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Lebanon’s Struggling Electricity Sector

BY ADEL SERHAL Energy security is often brought up in news, reports and studies as one of, if flot the most important risks that most...
Environment
SPNL

This is where the seeds of the world are kept in...

Deep in the Arctic mountainside on the remote island of Spitsbergen, Norway, lies a huge vault which could be crucial to the survival of...
Hima
SPNL

Himas Ain Zebdeh Kherbet Anafar the Eastern slopes of Shouf Cedars...

In this film directed by Adonis Khatib Himas Ain Zebdeh Kherbet Anafar highlighted as the eastern slopes of Shouf Cedars Biosphere Reserve. This series of...
Hima
SPNL

Hima Fakiha weaving carpets with love

In this film directed by Adonis Khatib Hima Fakiha is weaving carpets with love. This series of short films is part of SPNL’s project titled...
Hima
SPNL

Hima Anjar Kfarzabad speaks for itself

In this film directed by Adonis Khatib Hima Anjar Kfarzabad speaks for itself.  This series of short films is part of SPNL's project titled...
Biodiversity Guardianship
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New year, new birds: 10 newly-recognised species

By Alex Dale BirdLife is proud to announce that Volume 2 of the Illustrated Checklist of the Birds of the World is now available to...
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The Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) is dedicated to conserving biodiversity, promoting sustainable development, and safeguarding Lebanon’s natural and cultural heritage. As the national partner of BirdLife International, SPNL embraces the Hima approach, a community-based conservation model that harmonizes nature, people, and culture. Through education, advocacy, and partnerships, we empower communities to protect vital ecosystems and species while ensuring livelihoods and well-being. Join us in our mission to preserve Lebanon's unique environment for future generations. Visit our website or follow us on social media to learn more and support our initiatives. Together, we can make a difference.

Horsh Kayfoun, Luc Hoffmann Hima Center،, Itani, Kayfoun, Mount Lebanon