UAE pledges $40 mln for Brazilian conservation
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has committed to granting $40 million for conservation projects in Brazil via a philanthropic entity backed by the Gulf state, local media reported on Wednesday.
Read MoreResearchers develop framework to reduce biodiversity monitoring cost
A group of international researchers, led by the University of Kent’s Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology, has developed a framework for improving biodiversity monitoring while reducing associated costs.
Read MoreIUCN launches EU-backed biodiversity finance programme in four countries
The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has launched a programme funded by the European Commission to improve biodiversity financing in Belgium, Finland, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands.
Read MoreNew study finds high-potential solar sites in US overlap with critical habitats
The growing renewable energy development in high-potential Southwestern US territories could negatively impact already threatened wildlife, a study published Thursday said.
Read MoreFunding gaps, North-South spat jeopardise Global Biodiversity Framework implementation -study
Divergences between developed and developing countries, along with massive funding gaps, pose serious threats to the implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF), a study published Tuesday said.
Read MoreIETA sets out way forward to scale biodiversity credit markets
The International Emissions Trading Association (IETA) has released analysis on the nascent biodiversity credit market, identifying integrity and the role played by governments to be among key elements driving demand.
Read MoreMicrosoft to deploy AI-powered biodiversity monitoring tool next year
Microsoft has announced an AI-powered device aimed at improving biodiversity monitoring, with plans to make it available worldwide in 2025.
Read MoreGEF Council ringfences nearly $700 mln for biodiversity protection, chemical management in developing countries
The Global Environment Facility (GEF) Council has approved nearly $700 million in financing to support developing countries in enhancing chemicals and waste management and protecting biodiversity.
Read MoreANALYSIS: 2024 ends in frustration for nature with trust among countries at low ebb
Frustration over inaction on the nature crisis has built following the overall poor outcomes of this year’s international talks, in what is described as an unprecedented climate of distrust, with observers arguing 2025 could be critical for global efforts on biodiversity.
Read MoreVerra opens applications for Nature Framework expert panel
Crediting standard Verra has opened applications for a panel of biodiversity experts that will be tasked with reviewing projects under its Nature Framework, the company announced Thursday.
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