The GREEN LINES Institute for Sustainable Development is proud to announce the International Conference “HERITAGE 2008 – World Heritage and Sustainable Development” to be held at Vila Nova de Foz Coa, Portugal, during 7-9 May 2008.In a world of globalisation,Heritage should be addressed in innovative-sustainable ways, underlining the role of human and natural heritage as one of the contra-hegemonic trends. By understanding cultural differences, different people may learn and find opportunities to enhance their contribution to a more sustainable world.HERITAGE 2008 aims to gather several worldwide experts, in an International Conference, on the relationships between Heritage and Human Development, Natural Environment and Building Preservation, promoting significant discussion on these relevant topics.Vila Nova Foz de Coa is known worldwide for its pre-historic art site that is UNESCO World Heritage since 1998. Vila Nova de Foz is locate in the Vineyard Landscape of River Douro that is UNESCO World Heritage since 2Relevant information on this event is available at the conference’s website:http://www.heritage2008.greenlines-institute.org