Documenting Lebanon’s Biodiversity: A Lifelong Mission in Science, Art, and Conservation
In a time when environmental challenges are mounting, this work stands as a testament to the power of persistence and vision. By documenting biodiversity...
Momentum Builds for Environmental Recovery and Conservation Efforts Across Lebanon
March 2026 marked a dynamic and multi-layered phase of work across environmental and conservation initiatives in Lebanon, with strong momentum observed in field engagement,...
Promoting Ecotourism and Sustainable Development through the “Hima Trails” Initiative
In the framework of promoting ecotourism concepts and sustainable development, Gungle Gym Fitness Center, in coordination with Society for the Protection of Nature in...
Qolalieh and Al Mansouri: From Living Himas to Silent Ruins
By Wassim El KhatibDirector, Homat Al Hima International Center, Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL)
Qolalieh and Al Mansouri, two coastal villages...
Lebanon’s Approach to Invasive Alien Species (IAS) in the Eastern Mediterranean
The issue of invasive alien species (IAS) poses significant ecological, economic, and social challenges in the Eastern Mediterranean, including Lebanon. These challenges, exacerbated by...
The Role of Women in Lebanon’s Shouf Biosphere Reserve: A Study...
The Shouf Biosphere Reserve (SBR) in Lebanon, located within the Mediterranean Basin, highlights the critical intersection of gender roles, cultural landscapes, and biodiversity conservation....
Value Chains in Lebanon’s Shouf Biosphere Reserve: A Study Review
The Shouf Biosphere Reserve (SBR) in Lebanon, nestled within the Mediterranean Basin, exemplifies a harmonious blend of biodiversity conservation and sustainable agricultural practices. This...
Islam and Nature: A Briefing on Environmental Conservation Principles
The relationship between Islam and nature is deeply rooted in the faith’s teachings, emphasizing humanity’s role as stewards (khalifah) of the Earth. This ethical...
Preserving Nature and Culture: Biocultural Conservation in Mount Hermon
Mount Hermon, known as "Jabal al-Sheikh," is not only a towering presence in Lebanon's natural landscape but also a symbol of the harmonious relationship...
SPNL’s 2025 Vision: Building a Sustainable Future Through the Hima Approach
For nearly four decades, the Society for the Protection of Nature in Lebanon (SPNL) has been at the forefront of conservation efforts in Lebanon....
