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In an interview with Carbon Pulse, David Gadsden discusses the IUCN Act 30 initiative and the important role of #GIS and mapping in identifying areas for conservation. #climatechange https://ow.ly/N2xG50QHAL9

Wolf protection rollback a "sombre omen" for wildlife protection in Europe. The European Commission wants to weaken the protection of the gray wolf and proposes changing the international status of wolves from "strictly protected" to "protected". This is about amending the Bern Convention, in force since 1982 in over 50 countries.   The disturbing proposal may represent a symbolic turning point not only for this species, but for the entire nature protection system in the EU. When the status of the wolf in the Bern Convention is changed, it opens up the possibility of changes in EU nature law.   This path could spell the end of an era of ambitious policies and regulations that protect not only wildlife and their habitats, but also the rights of European societies to a healthy environment and a secure future. EU member states must still agree to the Commission's proposals by a 'qualified majority' - voting next year. Only then will the EU be able to officially request it to the Secretariat of the Bern Convention. The next Standing Committee (the governing body of the Bern Convention) meeting is scheduled for December 2024. However, the EU may request such a meeting earlier. Will it be politically important enough to do it before the European elections? Not a very 'Christmas' gift from the Commission before Christmas.

Great day yesterday for the nature we leave! "The proposal combines an overarching restoration objective for the long-term recovery of nature in the EU’s land and sea areas with binding restoration targets for specific habitats and species. These measures should cover at least 20% of the EU’s land and sea areas by 2030, and ultimately all ecosystems in need of restoration by 2050." https://lnkd.in/d7XhdJrN

Today the European Commission has proposed to downgrade the protection of the grey wolf in Europe. This alarming proposal may constitute a pivotal point not only for this species, but for the whole nature conservation system in the EU. Wolves are not only a symbol of hope for the recovery of European nature, but most importantly a keystone species supporting healthy ecosystems, which in turn have crucial importance for our economy and quality of life. Read the full statement: https://lnkd.in/e_sDDpGA

The new 𝗠𝗣𝗔 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹𝗸𝗶𝘁 is designed to help marine managers: 🌊 Gain a basic understanding of #MPA finance 🌊 Consider which finance mechanisms are appropriate 🌊 Strategize for the implementation of MPA financing 🌊 Explore real-world examples of what MPA finance looks like in practice  Dive into the toolkit: https://lnkd.in/g4ENASHq The Nature Conservancy Conservation International Blue Nature Alliance WIOMSA - Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association #sustainablefinancing #toolkit #reefresilience

Alongside the SUPERB project, REST-COAST, and WaterLANDS projects, we collectively provide scientific backing for the EU #NatureRestorationLaw. Explore our efforts to enhance ecosystem restoration across Europe, focusing on freshwater, forests, coastal areas, and wetlands in this new report: Restoring ecosystems under the Green Deal Call – Recovering biodiversity and connecting to nature. 🔎 This report examines the current condition of European ecosystems and the landscape of European biodiversity and ecosystem restoration policy, with a particular focus on the NRL. 🔗 Download link: https://lnkd.in/dPxZGSnW #freshwater #wetland #coastal #restoration #ecosystemrestoration #naturebasedsolutions #policy #Horizon2020 #EUGreenDeal European Commission NetworkNature EU

Along with being popular for woodchucks checking shadows, Feb. 2 is also World Wetlands Day. This date is the anniversary of the Convention on Wetlands, which was adopted as an international treaty in 1971. Today is to remind people how wetlands are important for ecosystems and biodiversity. To learn more, check out this video of our friend Claudia talking about local wetlands. https://lnkd.in/g6K6UZF5

🔔The new Belgian marine spatial plan is under public review.  Let your voice be heard! Citizens can comment on the new marine spatial plan until the end of August. The plan states where there is room for which activities in the Belgian North Sea. 👏For the first time, marine reserves have been designated in the new marine spatial plan. The current plan will run until 2026. Luckily, the new one applies for a period of 8 years, until 2034, which will allow more time for nature to restore itself. 🐳The delineation of (strictly) protected marine areas fits within both the European Marine Strategy Framework Directive, the global biodiversity framework of the Convention on Biological Diversity (30% protected natural areas) and the EU Biodiversity Strategy 2030 (10% strictly protected natural areas). #4Sea #NorthSea #Marinespatialplan #marinereserve #oceanprotection Image: Misjel Decleer

I strongly recommend you all to check this brief. #OceanDecade #MarineProtectedAreas #OceanGovernance

Excellent achievement toward preaching about our marine resources. This applicable brief should highlight how to implement Marine Spatial Planning (MSPs) which is one of the Saudi Vision 2030 goals to achieve in both the Red Sea and the Gulf.