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Nepal's Use of Google Glass for Conservation
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The Nepalese government adopted Google Glass in 2014 to supplement their conservation efforts of endangered species in world heritage sites, such as Chitwan International Park, which are plagued by poaching. Google Glass Enterprise was later released in 2015/2016, indicating the future of wearables and technology in conservation efforts.
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The government of Nepal adopted Google Glass in June 2014 to help park rangers fight against poaching in their world heritage sites that are home to rare and endangered species.
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Google Glass, Nepal, poaching, wearables, technology, environmental issues
Summary
The government of Nepal adopted Google Glass in June 2014 to help park rangers fight against poaching in their world heritage sites that are home to rare and endangered species. Although Google Glass Enterprise was released in 2015, the initial adoption of the product by Nepal's government showed the potential for wearables and technology in the fight against environmental issues.