Seventy five years of experience
December 28, 2023
IUCN Photo Library / © Johannes Roesler Dr Kenton Miller, Chair of the IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas (1976
IUCN Photo Library / © Johannes Roesler Dr Kenton Miller, Chair of the IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas (1976
IUCN Recognises The Decision Taken By Governments At The UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) To Transition Away From Fossil Fuels As A Step Forward. We Continue To Call For Greater Climate Action And A Clear Phase-Out Of Fossil Fuels. This Phase-Out Is Imperative To Prevent The Worst Impacts Of Runaway Climate Change, And To Allow Nature To Play Its Full Role In Addressing The Climate Crisis.
As we bid farewell to 2023, we find ourselves marking the first anniversary of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF). Amidst the achievements since its adoption, it seems clear that the year ahead will need accelerated action towards implementation. Let’s embark on 2024 with New Year’s Resolutions, ensuring that the promises of the GBF translate into tangible, transformative action toward a more sustainable future.
A new assessment finds that 25% of freshwater fish are at risk of extinction, and at least 17% of threatened freshwater fish species are affected by climate change.
The Vjosa River is one of the last wild free-flowing rivers in Europe, spanning from Greece to Albania and hosting a rich biodiversity and cultural heritage. However, this natural treasure is threatened by numerous hydroelectric and infrastructure projects that could alter its unique ecosystem and affect the livelihoods of local communities. To prevent this from happening, the Albanian government has committed to protect the Vjosa Valley as a national park, with the support of various partners, including IUCN-US.