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A new IPBES report highlights the underlying drivers of the biodiversity crisis and offers strategies and actions with the greatest potential for transformative change. WWF's Rachel E. Golden Kroner, Fellow on the Transformative Change Assessment, says there's no time to waste: "The science is crystal clear: we need transformative changes to reach a nature-positive, net-zero, and equitable future. Existing policy frameworks provide us with a clear end-of-decade deadline of 2030—and we are halfway there —so there is no time to waste. Government, NGO, community, and private sector actions toward these goals must be taken holistically, inclusively, and equitably to ensure effective outcomes and lasting impact. This groundbreaking report shows us how to get there—based on science and Indigenous and local knowledge—which should involve coordinated actions across all sectors of society." Read the summary here: https://lnkd.in/dab8yugv

A groundbreaking IPBES Nexus Assessment reveals actionable solutions to intertwined environmental crises. WWF scientist and lead author on the report, Becky Chaplin-Kramer, says tackling these challenges together is our only path to sustainability: “Recent global conferences on climate change and biodiversity have underscored the urgent need for ambitious action to secure our planet's future. The report reveals the deep interconnections between biodiversity, water, food, health, and climate, demonstrating that tackling these challenges together is our only path to sustainability. The report shows how biodiversity loss and climate change have contributed to water and food insecurity, threatening advances in human health. These impacts disproportionately affect low–and middle–income countries, socioeconomically disadvantaged people in higher-income countries, and Indigenous Peoples. By synthesizing future scenarios and offering actionable, science-based solutions, this report sets a new benchmark for confronting intertwined global crises. Our goal is to empower governments, communities, and businesses to take coordinated and integrated approaches to address these growing risks, delivering just and sustainable outcomes for both people and the planet.” Read the summary here: https://lnkd.in/eH2JK_eQ

A WWF report unveils 234 newly discovered species, including 173 new vascular plants, 26 reptiles, 17 amphibians, 15 fishes, and 3 mammals found across Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam. Learn more about these amazing discoveries: https://lnkd.in/eZkRi57y

Rivers are vital to sustaining ecosystems, communities, and economies—but protecting them demands connected and collaborative action. A recent piece, co-authored by WWF's Michele Thieme, underscores the urgency of integrated approaches to safeguard rivers and their biodiversity.  It’s a critical call to action as freshwater ecosystems face growing threats from development, pollution, and climate change. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/eRVPRCiJ

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this year’s Lovejoy Symposium! Missed it? Explore the highlights shared by WWF’s Rebecca Shaw, below. You can find the full event recording and additional resources at https://lnkd.in/ecxvuAQ6.

Join WWF's global biodiversity lead scientist, Becky Chaplin-Kramer, for a panel discussion about healing our land through science and Earth Intelligence at the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) in Riyadh. Watch here Monday, December 9th at 5 am EST: https://webtv.un.org/en

Join us for the 2024 Lovejoy Symposium! This year, WWF and leading experts explore the state of knowledge on tipping points and learn how social change can be harnessed to reduce nature loss and address the climate crisis. To submit questions to the presenters and view other resources, visit https://lnkd.in/eYBCf6MJ

Understanding the drivers of deforestation is critical to protecting the Amazon. In a recent publication, WWF and partners deliver the first region-wide analysis of how specific agricultural commodities contribute to deforestation at the sub-national level. By integrating satellite data and agricultural production statistics, this analysis provides actionable insights to help policymakers and local actors design tailored, equitable solutions that promote sustainable land use and forest conservation. Read the analysis here: https://lnkd.in/eqrpDQMy Photo: WWF Colombia

Tune in on Thursday for this year's Lovejoy Symposium!

A Global Action Plan on Biodiversity and Health was recently adopted by 196 governments at the Conference of the Parties of the Convention on Biological Diversity in Cali, Colombia (CBD COP16). Here, we discuss the path from adoption to implementation - for the health of the planet and people! WWF WWF Science Gretchen Lyons Kate Graves Liz Willetts Remco van de Pas Katie Woolaston Neil Vora, MD Dharmesh Shah Amba-Rose Atkinson, MPH Anna M. Stewart Ibarra https://lnkd.in/gSc4V-9f