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Bonn, Germany
Joined May 2010
New study led by @IPBES experts, @unaipasku & @MikeChristieUni 4 @Nature ⤵️ "Shifting decision-making towards the multiple values of nature is an important part of the transformative change needed to address the current global #biodiversity crisis..." nature.com/articles/s41586-0…
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Despite its global importance, the Amazon rainforest is being degraded by multiple threats. Experts warn that it is rapidly reaching a "point of no return" unless urgent action is taken. Take a look at 5 reasons we should protect this precious natural resource.
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#DYK 80% of Earth's land animals & plants live in forests, and that many cannot survive elsewhere? Removal of large, old trees and woody debris during clear-cutting leads to declines of many species. @IPBES #LandDegradation Assessment🌲🌳🌴 ipbes.net/assessment-reports… 📷 @UN
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🌱 Enhancing agrifood systems & nutrition in developing countries is key. Dive into @FAO's Climate Change Knowledge Hub & discover the latest collection on the links between agrifood systems & climate change! 🌾🌍 ➡️ ow.ly/4Su750Pypji #ClimateAction #CCKHub
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💧What does water mean to you? For Paul, a farmer in Kenya, it means he could look at agriculture as a career. A gamechanger for this rural youth! #YouthDay #WaterAction
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#DYK that #InvasiveAlienSpecies are 1 of the 5 main direct drivers of #biodiversity loss? 📌The @IPBES #InvasiveAlienSpecies Report launches on 4 Sep - after #IPBES10. What does the report aim to achieve? Find out ⤵️ 💡Stay tuned 👇 ipbes.net/ipbes-10/primers
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Embracing Indigenous & local knowledge with scientific data is vital, particularly in understanding climate issues. Let's promote a two-way dialogue for knowledge sharing & harness the power of diverse perspectives to address climate challenges together: on.unesco.org/3KyqsxH
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#ClimateChange is one of the top 5 direct drivers of #BiodiversityLoss.🌡️🥀 Climate Change & associated extreme events are affecting species distributions, population sizes and the timing of their reproduction or migration. - @IPBES Asia-Pacific #RegionalAssessment
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"I ask all decision-makers to use the @IPBES #InvasiveAlienSpecies report...as a basis to act on the growing threat to #biodiversity & human well-being & make a real contribution to achieving the Global Biodiversity Framework by 2030." 🗣️@andersen_inger from @UNEP
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Looking for Monday inspiration? Meet Pati Ruiz Corzo, @UNEP #EarthChamp since 2013. The @SierraGorda she's helped conserve remains Mexico's only park decreed a Natural Protected Area due to grassroots movements—a living proof of community-led efforts in ecosystem conservation.
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What is the @IPBES #ValuesAssessment?🤔 ➡️Report focused on Diverse #Values & #Valuation of Nature. ➡️Aims to help decision-makers understand different ways people conceive & value nature. 📚ipbes.net/the-values-assessm… See also new @Nature article: nature.com/articles/s41586-0…
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Having beekeepers on board is essential to preserve Yucatan’s last remaining forest, the Puuc Biocultural Reserve. Our latest story explores how Indigenous beekeepers work as allies in conserving Mexico's forests: shorturl.at/mnARU #QueensoftheForest
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#DYK Peatlands cover an estimated 3% of the planet and can store twice as much carbon as all the world's forests. In fact, they are responsible for storing about 30% of global soil carbon. 🏞️ Learn more about peatlands ➡️ eu1.hubs.ly/H04Sl9w0
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Including millets in your diet has many benefits! Pearl millet or Pennisetum glaucum is high in copper, iron, magnesium, phosphorus & zinc. It is a source of thiamin & vitamin B6. Millets deserve a place on our tables👉bit.ly/3wtBCMQ #YearOfMillets #IYM2023
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This week we embark on the last leg towards #IPBES10, with final comments from the parties as prep for the plenary. It will be intense, but the @IPBES #IAS team are ready, and we hope that the world will use our work to spark urgent and effective action on #BiologicalInvasions
Save the date📆 #IPBES10 in Bonn, 28 Aug - 2 Sep The @IPBES #InvasiveAlienSpecies report will be considered by reps. of >140 Member States & expected to launch on 4 Sep 🔽 Science and Policy for People and Nature! ipbes.net/events/ipbes-10-pl…
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Have you ever seen mangroves close up, above and underwater?🌊🌿 Mangroves are unique ecosystems on the boundaries between land and sea and are home to vital #biodiversity.🐠 🎥Enjoy exploring with @cmittermeier, @paulnicklen , @andymannphoto 👇
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Here it comes 👏👏👏
Save the date📆 #IPBES10 in Bonn, 28 Aug - 2 Sep The @IPBES #InvasiveAlienSpecies report will be considered by reps. of >140 Member States & expected to launch on 4 Sep 🔽 Science and Policy for People and Nature! ipbes.net/events/ipbes-10-pl…
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Mainstreaming the resilience of biodiversity and ecosystem services at a 🌎 scale relies on effective conservation of approx 30-50% of terrestrial, freshwater and ocean areas. Our experts explain the importance of conserving ecological connectivity 👇 bit.ly/3VRegLi
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🐯A tiger’s roar can be heard up to 3km away 🐅Tigers are the world's largest felines: an adult tiger can weigh up to 300 kg 🌏Their range has now been reduced to around 7% of its former size 💡Discover more facts w/ @WWFCanada wwf.ca/stories/19-amazing-ti…
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