Over 40 participants from key national government agencies, ministries, financial institutions, civil society, the private sector, and academia convened at the Tashi Yid-Wong Grand in Thimphu, Bhutan, on July 16 and 17 for a Consultation, Data Validation, and Capacity Building Workshop on Carbon Market Readiness. The event aimed to foster inclusive, multi-sectoral dialogue; validate essential data for carbon market readiness; and build the capacity of stakeholders across sectors—laying the ...| CVFV20.Org
Hotel Designs Pemako Hotels announces its third property in Paro, Bhutan Pemako Hotels announces its third property in Paro, Bhutan Pauline Brettell.| Hotel Designs
We had many chance encounters as we drove through Bhutan. But one encounter stood out because it involved many different people. As we were walking, a couple in a car stopped near us. The two were dressed impeccably in traditional formals. Tashi introduced us; the man was a district counselor (dzongkhag tshogdu in the local… Continue reading Hierarchy of needs| Don't hold your breath
Paro dzong stood as we had seen it long ago, on the far side of the Paro river. With a watch tower on the slope behind it, and the easily defended bridge in front, it looked exactly like the fort that all dzongs actually are. Today they are the administrative centers of the districts, called… Continue reading Colour me crazy| Don't hold your breath
We drove up the road towards Chele La in the morning, and began our walk below the pass, at a height of a little above 3500 meters. This early in the morning the forest was full of bird calls. There were no animals up here; this western part of Bhutan has a relatively larger number… Continue reading An hour in a high forest| Don't hold your breath
With a range spreading right across the Himalayas and extending west into Pakistan and east into Myanmar, I could have seen an Yellow-breasted greenfinch (Chloris spinoides) many times in the past. I saw it for the first time in Bhutan, and since I saw it several times during the ten days I spent there, it… Continue reading Yellow-breasted greenfinch + Birds of the Week Invitation CXXX| Don't hold your breath
As we drew out of Paro for our long drive down to the plains I asked Tashi whether we could have a coffee before we hit the highway. He was a little apologetic about not taking us to the best ice cream shop in the town, so he said he would stop at the best… Continue reading Bhutanese Coffee| Don't hold your breath
This older Golden langur (Trachypithecus geei) looked calmly back at me from a distant tree. I took up my camera for a portrait of this collected individual. Looking at the photo I was struck by the fact that the sclera of the eyes, the outer layer of the eyeball, are fairly light. The lightest sclera… Continue reading It’s all in the eyes| Don't hold your breath
Strange to think that Tantric Buddhism reached the Himalayas from India, where it was developed. But the cultures have diverged so much over many centuries that houses decorated with the central mo…| Don't hold your breath
The naming after white men of plants from remote parts of the world has now come to be seen as reprehensible, so it’s time to ‘fess up’. Two plants bear my name, but both came about when a genus was subsumed into an earlier one, followed by the application of a nomenclatural rule that disallows the| Botanics Stories
Every trip into the wild is a learning experience for me. There are so many new species, so many new experiences. But one hard earned lesson is not to ignore common species like this Oriental turtl…| Don't hold your breath
Bhutan is often painted (much like Tibet) as a kind of Buddhist utopia where everyone prays and is really happy. I mean ,they even measure Gross Domestic| Young Pioneer Tours
Assam macaques (Macaca assamensis) are a study in how our behaviour shapes the behaviour of other species. It is classed as near threatened in the rubric of IUCN. The reasons given are not just the…| Don't hold your breath
Keith’s note: The Foreign Minister of Bhutan and his entourage made a “courtesy visit” to NASA HQ on Wednesday. NASA only posted a few pictures. Why was the Foreign Minister of Bhutan visiting NASA? Did Bill Nelson talk about Artemis Accords with him? Perhaps issues associated with Himalayan climate change? China? A personal interest in space by Bhutan? Of course NASA Public Affairs and the Office of International and Interagency […] The post Bhutan Makes A Semi-Stealthy Visit To NASA...| News Archives - NASA Watch
“We aren’t in the 1950s any more. We say people. Or men and women.” Yes, I understand. I’ll be more careful next time. But to get on with the story … Birding is hard w…| Don't hold your breath
The Bhutan Snowman Trek is recognized as one of the world’s toughest but equally remarkable treks, crossing elevations above 5,000 m(1,640ft). It extends from northern Bhutan’s uneven countryside and features high-altitude terrain, unpredictable weather conditions, remoteness, and breathtaking scenery lasting up to 24 to 30 days. The treks take you over eleven towering mountain peaks, […] The post Bhutan’s Snowman Trek appeared first on Himalayan Glacier.| Himalayan Glacier
Are you planning a trip to Bhutan? Bhutan often called a “Last Shangri-La”, is a dream country for many travelers. This small himalayan kingdom is famous for its unique culture and stunning landscapes. However, before you start your trip, you must wonder, “How much will Bhutan trip cost?” The price of travel to Bhutan ranges […] The post How much does a Bhutan Trip Cost? appeared first on Himalayan Glacier.| Himalayan Glacier
Explore responsible travel in Bhutan, the only carbon-negative country. Learn Bhutan's sustainable tourism practices and eco-friendly tips.| Himalayan Glacier
Manjeet Dhakal The coronavirus pandemic adds yet another shock to the multiple challenges that more than a billion people living in the Least Developed Countries (LDCs) already face in day-to-day life. It is much more than a health crisis. It has the potential to create devastating health, social, economic and environmental crises that will leave [...]| LDC Climate Change
By Sonam P. Wangdi Earth Day 2020 and we are living amidst two global crises. We face a pandemic and a changing climate, both with devastating and far reaching impacts. Both disproportionately impacting the poor and vulnerable, and magnifying existing challenges. The theme for Earth Day is climate action, recognizing that climate change presents a [...]| LDC Climate Change
By Sonam P. Wangdi Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas, surrounded by wispy clouds and ancient forests that go on for miles, there lies my home country of the Kingdom of Bhutan. A small, pristine oasis of only 800,000 people, well known for its Gross National Happiness Index, Bhutan ranks highly in economic freedom, [...]| LDC Climate Change
Tenzin Wangmo and Manjeet Dhakal Rules alone will not get us anywhere; we need urgent and more ambitious climate action 2019 will be a critical year for carrying forward the momentum on climate action generated last year through COP24, the Talanoa Dialogue and the IPCC Special Report on Global Warming of 1.5°C (1.5°C Special Report). [...]| LDC Climate Change
If you want to travel to Bhutan, get ready for a peaceful, beautiful trip! Here's what you actually need to know about Bhutan travel.| Adventurous Kate
By Vijay Jayaraj Radical organizations such as Just Stop Oil and Extinction Rebellion routinely blame the fossil fuel industry and rapid industrialization for damaging ecosystems. One such claim is that climate change is killing polar bears and myriad other species. “Climate change could wipe out one of world’s largest tiger strongholds,” claimed a headline at EarthDay.org. But how true are these assertions? … Read more| CO2 Coalition
Planning the perfect trip to Bhutan - complete with a detailed guide and itinerary for Thimphu, Punakha, and Paro taking you to Tiger's Nest hike| Bruised Passports
Lion’s Roar published a short piece (with lots of pictures on) in March on French street artist Invader’s work throughout Bhutan, painting and building Buddhist images in his bitmap sty…| Buddhist Art News
Bhutan phallus art. The sacred Bhutanese phallus, the phallus village and temple. The history and symbolism of Phallic art in Bhutan. Photos.| World Travel Family
