Long-haul flights: bad for the planet, necessary for global research

A life-changing go to to a analysis undertaking in Uganda on banded mongooses has proven me how worldwide collaboration, and journey, is significant for conservation the place biodiversity nonetheless exists, says Graham Lawton

By Graham Lawton

I AM penning this in Uganda, throughout a go to to a analysis undertaking on banded mongooses in Queen Elizabeth National Park. It is a privilege to be right here – the wildlife is astonishing, the individuals I’ve met fantastic and the surroundings unimaginable. You might know that my spouse Clare died not too long ago. This journey is about getting tales, however it’s also serving to me to cope with my loss. Life-affirming doesn’t do it justice.

Uganda is pleased with its wildlife, and rightly so. The …