PLATFORM:
Open Source Beehives
http://www.opensourcebeehives.netThe Open Source Beehives project is a collaborative response to the threat faced by bee populations in industrialised nations around the world. The project proposes to design hives that can support bee colonies in a sustainable way, to monitor and track the health and behaviour of a colony as it develops. Each hive contains an open source sensory kit, The Smart Citizen Kit (SCK), which can transmit to an open data platform.
Ocean Conservancy
http://www.oceanconservancy.orgOcean Conservancy educates and empowers citizens to take action on behalf of the ocean. From the Arctic to the Gulf of Mexico to the halls of Congress, Ocean Conservancy brings people together to find solutions for our water planet. Informed by science, our work guides policy and engages people in protecting the ocean and its wildlife for future generations.
SeaWeb
http://www.seaweb.orgSeaWeb is the only international, nonprofit organization exclusively dedicated to using the science of communications to fundamentally shift the way people interact with the ocean. We transform knowledge into action by shining a spotlight on workable, science-based solutions to the most serious threats facing the ocean, such as climate change, pollution and depletion of marine life.
National Geographic
http://www.nationalgeographic.comThe National Geographic Society has been inspiring people to care about the planet since 1888. It is one of the largest nonprofit scientific and educational institutions in the world. Its interests include geography, archaeology and natural science, and the promotion of environmental and historical conservation.
Nature Iraq
http://www.natureiraq.orgNature Iraq is an Iraqi non-governmental organization registered in Iraq, accredited to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and Iraq’s first and only Affiliate to Birdlife International, and the only Middle Eastern member of the Waterkeeper Alliance.
Nature Iraq was created to protect, restore, and preserve Iraq’s natural environment and the rich cultural heritage that it nourishes.
Defenders of Wildlife
http://www.defenders.orgFor more than six decades, Defenders of Wildlife has been a leading force in the protection of wildlife and wild lands. We employ innovative, science-based approaches to protect imperiled wildlife, advocate for wildlife friendly climate and renewable energy policies and conserve and restore native habitat.
Wildlife Conservation Society
http://www.wcs.orgThe Wildlife Conservation Society saves wildlife and wild places worldwide. We do so through science, global conservation, education and the management of the world's largest system of urban wildlife parks, led by the flagship Bronx Zoo. Together these activities change attitudes towards nature and help people imagine wildlife and humans living in harmony. WCS is committed to this mission because it is essential to the integrity of life on Earth.
Paro
http://www.parorobots.comPARO is an advanced interactive robot developed by AIST, a leading Japanese industrial automation pioneer. It allows the documented benefits of animal therapy to be administered to patients in environments such as hospitals and extended care facilities where live animals present treatment or logistical difficulties.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
http://www.fws.govThe U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is a bureau within the Department of the Interior. Our mission is to work with others to conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife and plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people
African Conservation Experience
https://www.conservationafrica.netAfrican Conservation Experience (ACE) organise placements at wildlife conservation projects in southern Africa. Conservation travellers can join the projects for a duration of 2-12 weeks and participate actively in a project of their choice. Projects range in focus from animal care at wildlife rehabilitation centres to wildlife veterinary work, field research, reserve management or marine conservation. ACE have been operating since 1999 and are one of the most experiences specialists for wildlife conservation in Africa. Projects are fully supported and available year round.
Worldwide Veterinary Service
https://wvs.org.ukWVS (Worldwide Veterinary Service) is an animal welfare charity that helps animals in places where no one else will. From disaster emergency response, international veterinary training to community education programmes, we send teams, equipment and medicine to help animals who have no one else.
TheBlu
http://theblu.comTheBlu is the world's first social digital ocean you can download, explore and share. Inspired by the world's ocean, theBlu is a living and breathing digital art exhibit of ocean habitats and species, created by artists and developers from all over the world. TheBlu raises awareness and funds for ocean conservation with non-profit cause collaborators. TheBlu becomes a state-of-mind where you are inspired, relaxed and connected with the world.
Blue Sky Wildlife
http://www.blueskywildlife.comBlue Sky Wildlife is a new collection of established and award winning tour operators and companies offering unique ecotourism and wildlife experiences from around the world. Blue Sky Wildlife is committed to sustainable ecotourism and to conservation. Blue Sky Wildlife is also recognised as a Birdlife Species Champion supporting the Birdlife International Preventing Extinctions programme.
The Dog Cafe
http://www.thedogcafela.comThe Dog Cafe’s mission is to revolutionize dog adoption by reinventing the way people connect with rescues who need homes. The Dog Cafe offers a comfortable and fun space for humans and dogs to hang out with each other, away from overcrowded shelters, which can provoke fear and aggression in perfectly adoptable pups. In addition to helping worthy pups find homes, we also offer the opportunity for people unable to have pets of their own to spend quality time with furry friends (and vice versa) without the commitment of adoption.
AllPaws
https://www.allpaws.comAllPaws.com presents a fresh and modern approach to pet adoption that combines the latest in technology, functionality and search. AllPaws takes online pet listing in a new and exciting direction by offering an online dating style interface complete with advanced search tools, robust pet profiles, a deep social integration, direct messaging and match alerts via email, along with a host of other user friendly tools and features.
