Filter submissions
435 submissions
# Operations Changed User Informative Title/Headline (English only) Language(s) of Evidence of Impact Description of Impact(s) (English Only) Type(s) of Impact(s) Generated (English Only) Other impact Source Other source Link to Information – where available Link to Information – where available: Link Title Link to Information – where available: Link URL Other deliverable/element Start date of 'Implementation' End date of 'Implementation' Economic value of impact (currency) Economic value of impact (amount) Scale of impact Region of Impact Country/Countries of Impact State/Province Supporting Document(s) Is this a private sector impact? Salutation First name Last name Institution Position/Title IPBES Role (If Any) Other role Your contact email Phone Number
529
View
 Fri, 21/10/2022 rspaull Researchers Use IPBES Approach to Values to Revisit Positive Impacts of Non-Native Species English (396) Using the IPBES apparoach of a comprehensive range of nature-based values, researchers from UNIGE and Brown University have made the case for reevaluating maligned non-native species - specifically that the contribution of some of these species can also be positive. ’’Positive impacts of non-native species are often explained as serendipitous surprises — the sort of thing that people might expect to happen every once in a while, in special circumstances,’’ says Dov Sax, a professor in the Department of Ecology, Evolution and Organismal Biology at Brown University. ’’Our new paper argues that the positive impacts of non-native species are neither unexpected nor rare, but instead common, important and often of large magnitude.’’ Good for people and nature.

The study borrows from a recent framework developed by IPBES, an international platform for the assessment of biodiversity and its ecosystem services, which examines the benefits of biodiversity for people and nature, and applies it to non-native species, showing the diverse, frequent and important ways that non-native species provide positive value for people and nature.		 New/changed research project Website Non-native species are also beneficial to the ecosystem Non-native species are also beneficial to the ecosystem https://newsexplorer.net/non-native-species-are-also-beneficial-to-the-ecosystem-s4708985.html 2022-10-06 Global public Robert Spaull IPBES Head of Comms Secretariat: Bonn [email protected]
530
View
 Mon, 24/10/2022 Anonymous Is Genetic Variation Lower in Insular Species Populations? Researchers Use IPBES Approach to Conduct Quantitative Literature Review English (396) Researchers undertook a quantitative assessment of the genetic properties of small and isolated populations considered to fall into the “insular” category. The 2019 IPBES Global Assessment emphasized the importance of formal consideration of ecosystems considered to be “insular” due to their inherent vulnerability. These insular populations are expected to suffer from lower levels of genetic diversity, particularly when they are small, and scientists undertaking this research intended to find this out.

The researchers concluded that “insularity had relatively minor effects on genetic diversity within and among populations, which points to the more important role of other factors in shaping evolutionary processes…insularity influenced genetic diversity in a study system when genetic diversity was high even in non-insular populations of the same study system—suggesting an important role for the scope’ of influences on genetic diversity.”
 New/changed research project Website Effects of insularity on genetic diversity within and among natural populations Effects of insularity on genetic diversity within and among natural populations https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/ece3.8887 2022-04-15 Global public Fernando Neda IPBES PIA Secretariat: Bonn [email protected]
531
View
 Mon, 31/10/2022 Fernando Neda Scientists Commend IPBES Global Assessment But Call for Broader Conservation Science and Policy for Ecosystem Services and Nature's Contributions to People English (396) An academic article published in the peer-reviewed journal 'Biological Conservation' argues that key players such as IPBES "continue to prioritise human wellbeing above all else" and that "this prioritisation may stem from an anthropocentric culture that typically considers humans to be separate from and of greater value than other species." Scientists point out that more is needed "than merely technical advances or policies that remain mired in anthropocentric assumptions"and they call for "fundamental changes in how we view and value nature and other species."

Referring to the 2019 IPBES Global Assessment of Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services, the authors call the report "commendable for attempting to include a wider range of environmental worldviews and values as a basis for biodiversity conservation". Authors emphasize, however, "that its approach remains human-centered. Non-human species are still valued only instrumentally, in terms of what they can provide for us." For this, the scientists request a "shift towards ecocentrism, a moral point of view in which every species and ecosystem type is seen as having intrinsic value."		 New/changed research project Website “Nature's contributions to people” and peoples' moral obligations to nature “Nature's contributions to people” and peoples' moral obligations to nature https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0006320722001252 2022-06-01 Global public Fernando Neda IPBES PIA Secretariat: Bonn [email protected]
533
View
 Mon, 31/10/2022 Fernando Neda Researchers Utilize IPBES Nature Futures Framework to Envision Pluralistic Desirable Futures of a New Urban Park in The Netherlands English (396) A case study involving the Nationaal Park Hollandse Duinen in The Netherlands has implemented the IPBES pluralistic framework for human-nature relationships to analyze how to incorporate multiple values in envisioning desirable futures. Co-designed with key stakeholders of the national park and using a participatory process, researchers engaged with the framework, which was developed by the IPBES task force on scenarios and models to catalyze the development of nature-centered scenarios.

"We integrated this Nature Futures Framework with the Three Horizons Framework in a participatory workshop process designed to bring people’s diverse relationships with nature to the fore, and jointly envision desirable futures and the pathways to get there," explained the researchers. Researchers also presented a methodology to analyze and compare the visions and assess their potential contribution to the SDGs.

"The approach successfully engaged participants in joint exploration of desirable futures for the national park based on their plural perspectives on human-nature relationships." Furthermore, researchers concluded that there is "potential for its applications to support change processes in various social-ecological contexts toward more sustainable futures for nature and people."		 New/changed research project Website Exploring desirable nature futures for Nationaal Park Hollandse Duinen Exploring desirable nature futures for Nationaal Park Hollandse Duinen https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/26395916.2022.2065360 2022-05-17 State/Provincial Europe and Central Asia Netherlands (Kingdom of the) public Fernando Neda IPBES PIA Secretariat: Bonn [email protected]
541
View
 Thu, 09/02/2023 Fernando Neda WEF Draws on IPBES Findings in New White Paper on Using Spatial Intelligence for Business Action on Nature and Climate English (396) Published by the World Economic Forum in September 2022, the “Location Matters: Using spatial intelligence for business action on nature and climate” white paper was written collaboratively by the Forum’s Global Future Council on Nature-Based Solutions and the SPACES Coalition – a growing initiative guiding governments and business networks on how to utilise spatial intelligence to accelerate progress for nature and climate.

The paper uses findings from the IPBES Global Assessment Report, stating that "the rise in global temperature of 1.1°C since pre-industrial times is already generating record extreme heat, droughts, forest fires, flooding and sea level rise that threaten food security, water security and livelihoods." It also refers to the report by pointing out that "it is beyond doubt that both nature and climate materially affect current and future business activities."

Similarly, the report highlights the IPBES-IPCC Co-Sponsored Workshop: Biodiversity and Climate Change – Scientific outcome, by pointing out that "while often viewed in silos, the nature and climate crises are fundamentally interconnected. To address them effectively requires integrated, urgent and concerted action".		 New/changed research project Website Location Matters: Using spatial intelligence for business action on nature and climate Location Matters: Using spatial intelligence for business action on nature and climate https://www3.weforum.org/docs/WEF_Location_Matters_Using_spatial_intelligence_for_business_action_on_nature_and_climate_2022.pdf 2022-09-01 Global private Fernando Neda IPBES PIA Secretariat: Bonn [email protected]
544
View
 Thu, 09/02/2023 Tania Sanchis Gimenez Project NAVIGATE wiIl use IPBES Values Assessment Approach to Assess 4 Areas of UK, Finland & Tanzania as Test Cases English (396) A new project, called NAVIGATE (Understanding NAture’s multiple Values for InteGrATion into dEcisions), is one of the seven major new studies highlighted in the journal Science, that will help to understand the economic benefits of biodiversity. NAVIGATE will be led by Prof. Mike Christie, Aberystwyth University and will use the approach to inclusive valuation of nature developed in the recent IPBES Values Assessment to assess four areas of the UK, Finland and Tanzania, as test cases. New/changed research project Website Seven major studies launched that will help us understand the economic benefits of biodiversity Seven major studies launched that will help us understand the economic benefits of biodiversity https://scienmag.com/seven-major-studies-launched-that-will-help-us-understand-the-economic-benefits-of-biodiversity/ 2022-11-08 GBP £799,726 Global Cross-regional Finland, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, United Republic of Tanzania public Ms. Tania Sanchis IPBES Social Media Consultant Secretariat: Bonn [email protected]
553
View
 Mon, 27/11/2023 Fernando Neda Researchers Build on IPBES Sustainable Use of Wild Species Report to Examine National Implications of its Findings for South Africa English (396) Research published in the South African Journal of Science (March 2023) builds on the recent findings of the IPBES Sustainable Use of Wild Species Assessment Report to examine the national implications of the assessment for South Africa, also drawing on insights from local contributing authors. In drawing these links, the researchers make the point that South Africa is a megadiverse country with a population that relies extensively on the use of wild species for food, energy, medicine, and income, amongst many other purposes. They also argue that the IPBES Sustainable Use of Wild Species assessment provides impetus for placing biodiversity at the centre of sustainable development in South African policy. New/changed research project Website The sustainable use of wild species benefits biodiversity and human well-being in South Africa The sustainable use of wild species benefits biodiversity and human well-being in South Africa https://sajs.co.za/article/view/15739 2023-03-29 National Africa South Africa public Fernando Neda IPBES PIA Secretariat: Bonn [email protected]
555
View
 Sat, 29/04/2023 Fernando Neda Protocol Developed to Operationalize IPBES Nature Futures Framework (NFF) by Combining it with Multi-Objective Optimization English (396) Through a case study of a rural landscape in northeastern Japan, researchers have developed a protocol with three specifications for operationalizing the IPBES Nature Futures Framework (NFF) in a landscape scenario analysis using a multi-objective optimization framework composed of: (1) exploring nature-positive futures, (2) seeking alternative pathways for targets satisfying visions of plural values, and (3) screening key direct drivers to achieve the targets.

This study modeled the NFF-based scenarios by applying the concept of multi-objective optimization and a landscape change model to explore desirable futures, seek targets in the NFF state space, and screen response options for reaching these targets in the Bekambeushi River watershed in northeastern Japan.

The protocol identified multiple, but few nature-positive and Pareto optimal strategies that satisfied NFF visions; nature-positive, but not Pareto optimal strategies; and non-nature-positive strategies. The protocol also identified key response options to achieve three different NFF value perspectives in the case study area: (1) clear or selective cutting in forestry and (2) solar PV installation on abandoned pastureland in agriculture and energy sectors. 		New/changed research project Website Modeling desirable futures at local scale by combining the nature futures framework and multi-objective optimization Modeling desirable futures at local scale by combining the nature futures framework and multi-objective optimization https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11625-023-01301-8 2023-03-10 National Asia-Pacific Japan public Fernando Neda IPBES PIA Secretariat: Bonn [email protected]
556
View
 Sat, 29/04/2023 Fernando Neda Land Degradation Knowledge from IPBES Applied in New Study on Degraded Landscapes in Tanzania English (396) Researchers conducted a study using the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) definition of rangeland degradation as "persistent loss of vegetation productivity cover, especially of those plants which support herbivores."

The scientists aimed to identify whether degradation results from a loss of resistance to environmental shocks, or loss of recovery, in an area consisting of 30,300 km2 of the Tarangire-Manyara ecosystem and Maasai Steppe of northern Tanzania.

Quoting IPBES, researchers stated that "rangeland degradation has been defined as a long-term decline in productivity resulting in rangelands unsuitable for grazing (IPBES19), rather than short-term declines driven by temporal variability of environmental conditions (e.g. rainfall, grazing pressure)."

Researchers found "locations that ended up the most degraded tended to decline in condition more during years of widespread degradation but maintained their recovery potential. These results suggest that resilience in rangelands is lost through declines in resistance, rather than loss of recovery potential." 		New/changed research project Website Pathways of degradation in rangelands in Northern Tanzania show their loss of resistance, but potential for recovery Pathways of degradation in rangelands in Northern Tanzania show their loss of resistance, but potential for recovery https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-023-29358-6 2023-02-22 National Africa United Republic of Tanzania public Fernando Neda IPBES PIA Secretariat: Bonn [email protected]
562
View
 Wed, 19/04/2023 SBarudanovic Bosnia and Herzegovina Uses IPBES Outputs to Inform National Ecosystem Assessment Bosnian (26207) Bosnia and Herzegovina, under the coordination of UNEP-WCMC, and with the support of IKI, is carrying out a National Ecosystem Assessment that startes from the IPBES conceptual framework, with the use of key findings from a number of IPBES Assessment Reports - especially from the Europe and Central Asia Regional Assessment Report. Bosnia and Herzegovina strives to assess its own knowledge that is relevant for better informed decisions about biodiversity and nature's contributions to people.

The lack of relevant data and indicators encouraged the team, gathered from scientists from all over Bosnia and Herzegovina, to think innovatively about the simple use of significant, but scattered knowledge. As a result, for the first time, they are talking about mapping NCP/ecosystem services, direct and indirect drivers and scenarios for biodiversity in the country.		 New/changed research project Other PROCJENA STANJA PRIRODE I UPRAVLJANJA PRIRODNIM RESURSIMA U BOSNI I HERCEGOVINI (PSP BIH) PROCJENA STANJA PRIRODE I UPRAVLJANJA PRIRODNIM RESURSIMA U BOSNI I HERCEGOVINI (PSP BIH) https://www.procjenaprirode.ba/ 2019-12-02 National Europe and Central Asia Bosnia and Herzegovina public Senka Barudanovic University of Sarajevo - Faculty of Science Prof. dr. Bureau: Former member [email protected] +387 61235471
565
View
 Mon, 01/05/2023 Fernando Neda Researchers use IPBES Values Assessment to Review Tropical Peatlands Using Multifunctional 'Scape Approaches English (396) A new paper drawing on IPBES science, particularly the IPBES Values Assessment and the 2019 IPBES Global Assessment, examines approaches to improve sustainable management outcomes of intact ecosystems at scale, reviewing tropical peatlands to explore the potential of multifunctional ‘scape approaches. tThe authors argue that only transformative change, which involves a fundamental, system-wide reorganization, can reverse biodiversity loss and meet globally agreed development goals.

The article recommends further work to deepen understanding of the multidimensional ‘value’ of nature, strengthen governance frameworks, empower indigenous peoples, align nature-positive and climate-positive goals, and mobilize business and financial support to achieve sustainable ecosystem management.		 New/changed research project Website A Multifunctional ‘Scape Approach for Sustainable Management of Intact Ecosystems—A Review of Tropical Peatlands A Multifunctional ‘Scape Approach for Sustainable Management of Intact Ecosystems—A Review of Tropical Peatlands https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/15/3/2484 2023-01-30 Global public Fernando Neda IPBES PIA Secretariat: Bonn [email protected]
566
View
 Mon, 01/05/2023 Fernando Neda New Study on Economic Models for Social Welfare and Planetary Sustainability Premised in Part on IPBES Findings about Post-Growth Pathways to Sustainability English (396) Based in part on IPBES key messages in the Global Assessment about the imortance of post-growth transitions, a new European research project aims to explore pathways towards a post-growth economy. The project, named "A Post-Growth Deal" (REAL), involves a consortium of researchers from various European universities and institutions. The project aims to develop new economic models that prioritize sustainability and well-being over economic growth.

The project will involve interdisciplinary research and collaboration with stakeholders from various sectors. The current economic system is unsustainable and that there is a need for a new economic model that promotes social and environmental sustainability. The REAL project aims to contribute to this goal by developing a framework for a post-growth economy.		 New/changed research project Website European project to explore pathways towards post-growth economics European project to explore pathways towards post-growth economics https://www.uab.cat/web/sala-de-premsa-icta-uab/detall-noticia/european-project-to-explore-pathways-towards-post-growth-economics-1345819915004.html?detid=1345872411651 2022-10-25 EUR 10.000.000 Regional Europe and Central Asia public Fernando Neda IPBES PIA Secretariat: Bonn [email protected]
569
View
 Thu, 22/06/2023 Anonymous I'm completely blown away by this shocking news. Afrikaans (402) Well, well, well, what do we have here? Today's news is incredible. [url=https://news.nbs24.org/2023/06/16/837573/]'Rebel Moon' Sci-Fi feature at[/url] Latest: Over 50 Deaths in 3 Days, Hospitalisation Up in UP's Ballia as Temperature Soars; Top Medical Officer Removed Well, well, well, the news confirms what I've long presumed. It's just as I had thought. New/changed research project TV/Radio Broadcast I'm completely blown away by this shocking news. I'm completely blown away by this shocking news. 1977-11-10 1978-10-11 AZM 51728 Subregional Asia-Pacific Afghanistan Taiwan Esq. RohanAssupGT RohanAssupGT I'm completely blown away by this shocking news. I'm completely blown away by this shocking news. [email protected] 81764227749
570
View
 Thu, 22/06/2023 Anonymous Открытия бизнеса во Вьетнаме Byelorussian (418) Открыть свой бизнес за рубежом без профессиональной помощи и поддержки компетентных специалистов очень сложно, потому как необходимо знать нюансы, особенности ниши, какой пакет документов собирать для оформления компании. Как раз для этих целей и был создан уникальный по своему содержанию портал – «Вьетнамские истории».

Сервис, который спрогнозирует ваш путь к успеху

Контент для него составили эксперты, которые сталкивались с такими же вопросами и успешно их решили. На сайте http://vietnamstory.ru (<a href=https://vietnamstory.ru/prostitutki-na-fukuoke-est-li-seks-turizm-na-ostrove/>проститутки остров</a> ) вы найдете ценные советы по организации бизнеса и информацию, которая касается того, с какими подводными камнями вы сможете столкнуться. На страницах опубликована информация, касающаяся экспорта и импорта, того, как быстро и без проблем открыть компанию. В ближайшем будущем планируется открытие онлайн-магазина для посетителей ресурса. Сайт рассматривает такие моменты, как: лучшие сферы, ниши для занятия бизнесом во Вьетнаме, отправка товаров в Россию, ликвидация безграмотности. Объясняются различные термины, посетители получают ответы на такие сложные, но важные вопросы. К важным преимуществам сайта относят:

- он подходит для вдохновения, создания собственного бизнеса;
- содержит массу важной информации, которая охватывает ключевые вопросы о ведении бизнеса;
- возможность получить бесплатный дайджест после прохождения опроса;
- информация базируется на собственном опыте.

Редакция специально для вас подготовила функциональные и нужные сервисы: бизнес-переводчик, запуск производства, бизнес за 21 день, поддержка предпринимателей во Вьетнаме, импорт-экспорт. Компания всегда открыта для новых продуктивных проектов и совместного бизнеса. Посещайте портал почаще, чтобы ознакомиться с новой информацией и получить важные советы.		 New/changed research project Print Article Открытия бизнеса во Вьетнаме Открытия бизнеса во Вьетнаме https://vietnamstory.ru https://vietnamstory.ru 1979-11-12 1976-12-10 HNL 59567 Organizational Americas Russian Federation Russia Prof. vietnambamFR vietnambamFR Открытия бизнеса во Вьетнаме Открытия бизнеса во Вьетнаме [email protected] 84167199295
573
View
 Mon, 27/11/2023 Fernando Neda Scientists Use IPBES Conceptual Framework in Research to Address Environmental Discourse and Resource Understandings English (396) Researchers utilized the IPBES conceptual framework as a conceptual tool to examine and update the understanding of resource meanings and knowledge systems within historically non-sedentary societies. Researchers incorporated the concepts and methodologies outlined in the IPBES framework to analyze the connection between food customs, land knowledge, and resource understandings among non-sedentary peoples in Eurasia, specifically focusing on sturgeon aquaculture facilities in Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan.

"This study’s expanded IPBES model meets the call of the IPBES framework for addressing environmental discourse and resource understandings which naturalize categorical distinctions," wrote the paper's authors.
New/changed research project Print Article What is a resource? representing Eurasia’s pastoral/nomadic development history in the IPBES Framework for reconceptualized resource meanings What is a resource? representing Eurasia’s pastoral/nomadic development history in the IPBES Framework for reconceptualized resource meanings https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/18793665231177719 2023-05-18 Regional Europe and Central Asia public Fernando Neda IPBES PIA Secretariat: Bonn [email protected]
574
View
 Mon, 27/11/2023 Fernando Neda New Research Argues Population Growth Is Not The Main Driver of Biodiversity Loss Based on IPBES Global Scientific Consensus English (396) Researchers have used IPBES Global Assessment and the Sustainable Use of Wild Species Assessment findings to illustrate how the belief that human population growth is the main cause of biodiversity is erroneous.

"...Inequitable consumption drives global biodiversity loss, whilst population is used to scapegoat responsibility. Instead, the responsibilities are clear and have recently been summarized by the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services IPBES: Leverage points for biodiversity conservation lie in reducing unsustainable consumption through diet shifts, tracking supply chains, and technological innovation as well as ensuring sustainable production to reduce biodiversity losses associated with industrial agriculture," state the authors.

By examining the drivers of biodiversity loss in highly biodiverse countries, researchers argue that population growth is not the primary factor behind habitat loss. Instead, the growth of commodities for export, such as soybean and oil-palm, primarily for livestock feed or biofuel consumption in wealthier economies, plays a significant role. Inequitable consumption patterns drive global biodiversity loss, while population is often used as a scapegoat to shift responsibility.

The paper was published in the January 2023 (Volume 277) edition of the Biological Conservation journal.
New/changed research project Website Smaller human populations are neither a necessary nor sufficient condition for biodiversity conservation Smaller human populations are neither a necessary nor sufficient condition for biodiversity conservation https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0006320722003949 2023-05-18 Global public Fernando Neda IPBES PIA Secretariat: Bonn [email protected]
577
View
 Mon, 27/11/2023 [email protected] French Foundation for Biodiversity (FRB) Assesses Capacity of 2030 National Biodiversity Strategy for Transformative Changes Based on IPBES Work English (396) The new IPBES work programme “assessment of transformative change” aims to identify factors in human society—behavioural, social, cultural dimensions, among others—that may be leveraged to bring about transformative change. In this context and based on its scientific recommendations, the third French National Strategy for Biodiversity for 2030 (SNB3), published in 2022, aims to contribute to the implementation of France’s international commitments under the Convention on Biological Diversity and the EU’s Biodiversity Strategy for 2030. We carried out a critical assessment of the capacity of the first version of SNB3 to initiate transformative change.
. Firstly, we describe a two-step assessment methodology for determining the leverage potential of the strategy’s measures, based on a robust and replicable independent scientific audit and a multi-criteria analysis.
. Secondly, we present the main results of the assessment using the SNB3 as a case example.
We confirm the scientific and practical relevance of this type of exercise for policy makers, for establishing strategies that are part of a transition process allowing for real transformative change in society. By analysing the measures and ranking them from most to least efficient, this study reveals the strengths and weaknesses of the strategy by anticipating what should have and may not have an impact, while highlighting what needs to be improved as a priority.		 New/changed research project Website https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10531-023-02660-5 https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10531-023-02660-5 https://doi.org/10.1007/s10531-023-02660-5 2023-07-12 National Europe and Central Asia France public Mrs. Aurélie DELAVAUD French Foundation for research on biodiversity (FRB) Head of dept. "Science et research communities" Other [email protected]
583
View
 Mon, 27/11/2023 Qihan-Huang CBCGDF: A Preliminary Report on African Rhino Status in China Chinese (395) On March 1, 2022, in response to the request from the African Rhino Specialist Group (AfRSG), the China Biodiversity Conservation and Green Development Foundation (CBCGDF) submitted a scientific report titled "A Preliminary Report on African Rhino Status in China". CBCGDF conducted an investigation on the current status and distribution of African rhinos within China through literature review, data analysis, field surveys, observations, investigations, interviews, and data mining.

According to CBCGDF’s findings, as of February 2022, there are a total of 322 African rhinos in 46 institutions, distributed across 25 large and medium-sized zoos in 31 provinces, municipalities, and autonomous regions in China.

Out of these, 308 are Southern white rhinos, distributed among 46 institutions. Additionally, 14 Black rhinos are kept in captivity in one of the 46 institutions.

This is a preliminary report on the research findings. CBCGDF believes that as the study continues, the number of captive institutions and African rhinos in China may increase.		 New/changed research project Website http://z.cbcgdf.org/nd.jsp?id=229 http://z.cbcgdf.org/nd.jsp?id=229 National Asia-Pacific public Ms. Linda Wong China Biodiversity Conservation and Green Development Foundation Deputy Secretary General IPBES Observer [email protected]
584
View
 Mon, 27/11/2023 Amarys Preuss South African Reasearchers Apply IPBES Sustainable Use of Wild Species Report Findings to National Context in Support of Sustainability Policies English (396) South African researchers use the findings and key messages from the IPBES Sustainable Use of Wild Species Assessment Report to draw implications for South African approaches tosustainability. The article published in the South African Journal of Science argues that preventing biodiversity loss holds benefits for development and livelihoods, despite policy implementation constraints.
 New/changed research project Print Article The Sustainable Use of Wild Species Benefits Biodiversity and Human Well-Being in South Africa The Sustainable Use of Wild Species Benefits Biodiversity and Human Well-Being in South Africa https://sajs.co.za/article/view/15739 2023-03-29 National Africa South Africa public Amarys Preuss IPBES SHE Officer Secretariat: Bonn [email protected]
599
View
 Wed, 22/11/2023 Fernando Neda Researchers use IPBES Indirect Drivers of Change to Identify Underlying Causes of Biodiversity Loss in Scotland English (396) A new report led by The James Hutton Institute and commissioned by NatureScot (Scotland's Nature Agency), points to factors which are indirectly contributing to nature loss in Scotland including culture, education, demography, economy, political systems and technology.

The report follows the framework of the 2019 IPBES Global Assessment Report on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services and its definitions of the indirect drivers. The paper summarizes the description of these drivers given in the IPBES report, transposing these to the Scottish situation with relevant evidence presented to support this transposition and identify potential levers of change.

The report presents a critical assessment of the status and trends of the natural world, the social implications of these trends, their direct and indirect causes, and actions that can be taken to ensure a better future for all. The report identifies ways to reduce the impacts of some of these contributing factors to help move towards a future where humans live more in harmony with nature. Government, public bodies, schools, businesses, individuals and communities are highlighted as having a lead role to play. Recommendations include that policy makers and businesses move away from measuring performance based on levels of production and consumption and focus more on regenerative uses of the land and sea as part of a sustainable, circular economy.

The report also makes extensive use of knowledge published in the IPBES Assessment of Scenarios and Models of Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services, as well as the IPBES Assessment on the Diverse Values and Valuation of Nature.		 New/changed research project Website NatureScot Research Report 1309 - Understanding the Indirect Drivers of Biodiversity Loss in Scotland NatureScot Research Report 1309 - Understanding the Indirect Drivers of Biodiversity Loss in Scotland https://www.nature.scot/doc/naturescot-research-report-1309-understanding-indirect-drivers-biodiversity-loss-scotland 2023-08-31 National Europe and Central Asia United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Scotland public Fernando Neda IPBES PIA Secretariat: Bonn [email protected]