Today, thanks to the burgeoning eco-tourism industry providing increasingly important income, many landowners have chosen to support jaguar conservation and many pantaneiros have become tour guides.
Rwanda, in particular, has developed a lucrative eco-tourism industry based on rich foreigners who wish to follow in the steps of Dr Schaller and of Dian Fossey, an American researcher who brought the gorillas' plight to the world's attention, and was later murdered, probably by poachers who did not welcome the publicity.
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And now, with the move away from heavy metal batteries to eco-friendly batteries in industry, we might be witnessing the beginning of a new way to power devices that have become a part of our daily lives.
We are built around industry eco-systems.
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In the auto industry, eco-cars were delayed for several years as designers sought ways to give expression to an eco-feature in the look and feel of the car.
It was all easier said than done, he says, requiring a radical change in the industry's eco-system.
Vancouver eco-stylist Myriam Laroche, founder of the organization and an industry veteran, was distressed by her excessive wardrobe and wasteful lifestyle.
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Scottish Labour MSP Rhoda Grant's amendment was backed by the minister as it commended tourist industry partners for working together to develop green and eco-tourism.
Scientists predict the closure will allow the eco-system to recover and eventually enrich the surrounding area for the benefit of the fishing industry.
Other highlights include proven sixth-generation HDD technology, 1TB capacity, the industry's highest shock tolerance, a halogen-free design for an eco-friendly footprint, and low power consumption for sturdy unplugged notebook performance.
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Having attempted to break through the traditional velvet ropes that guard the resources and contacts of the apparel industry, Whitehead and Glenn quickly learned that while many people gave lip service to eco-responsibility, they were not so ready to act on their statements.
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If just a quarter of our purchases were put toward locally made or eco-friendly fashion and fashion companies with a commitment to sustainability, we could change the face of the industry.
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