Culture and nature go hand and hand in the Biosphere. The role of island creatives in supporting our Biosphere nomination process was invaluable, spreading awareness and bringing people together in celebration. As we pass five years as a Biosphere, we take a look back at the start and in particular the role of local company New Carnival and their Mardi Gras.

Back in September last year, our International Coordinator Sally Chaucer took part in a meeting of the World Network of Island and Coastal Biosphere Reserves in Australia, meeting people from all over the word. and forging new connections. These are already leading to discussions around potential partnerships and collaborations, and as part of this we were invited to take part in an exhibition in Finland, celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the Archipelago Sea Area Biosphere Reserve.