5 reasons why biodiversity matters - The World Economic Forum
May 22, 2020 · Biodiversity is critically important to human health, economies and livelihoods. Humans have caused the loss of 83% of all wild animals and half of all plants. To mark the …
What is forest biodiversity and why does it matter?
Mar 3, 2021 · The theme is focused on forest biodiversity - a forest's many life forms and ecological roles. The observance this year is a reminder of the critical impact forests have in …
What are biodiversity hotspots and why do they matter?
Sep 5, 2023 · What defines a biodiversity hotspot? The importance of biodiversity hotspots was first identified by pioneering environmentalist Norman Myers in his paper ‘Biodiversity hotspots …
5 ways biodiversity matters to jobs, health and the economy
May 21, 2021 · On International Day for Biological Diversity, we celebrate the potential of nature to solve global problems and improve jobs, health and the economy.
Why is the International Day for Biodiversity vital right now?
May 20, 2025 · The International Day for Biological Diversity, celebrated every 22 May, is a reminder to the world that we cannot survive without biodiversity. This year’s theme focuses …
How do sharks help keep our ocean ecosystems healthy? | World …
Jul 20, 2021 · Sharks aren’t as scary as they are portrayed by the media and play an important role in maintaining healthy marine ecosystems.
Bees and other pollinators are key to biodiversity, agriculture and ...
Dec 9, 2019 · A significant decline of bees and other pollinators is affecting crop yields and nutrition, with implications for biodiversity, food security and the economy.
Conserving and restoring forests for a food-secure future
Mar 21, 2025 · International day of forests: Conserving and restoring forests and sustainable practices within them are vital for food security, climate and livelihoods.
Six charts that show the state of global biodiversity loss | World ...
Oct 17, 2022 · Charts from the WWF’s Living Planet Report 2022 outline the scale of biodiversity loss - and suggest what can be done to become ‘nature positive’ by 2030.
Why technology is vital to preserving ocean biodiversity
Oct 22, 2024 · As the UN Biodiversity Conference 2024 meets in Colombia, here's how technology is helping monitor and enforce rules on protecting ocean biodiversity.