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🎉Event showcase - Slovakia 🇸🇰 At a recent event entitled Promoting Biodiversity Around Us, experts and the public came together to discuss different approaches to protecting and promoting biodiversity in the urban environment. The event featured inspiring presentations from a range of stakeholders, showing the diverse ways in which biodiversity conservation can be contributed to in the city, while also offering a space for discussion and sharing of experiences among participants. One of the approaches presented was the strategic approach of the City of #Košice. Representatives of the city presented their long-term strategic plans and initiatives that aim to promote biodiversity in the urban environment. The implementation approach of the Košice Urban Greenery Administration was another important contribution at the event. This organization, responsible for the maintenance and development of green spaces in the city of Košice, outlined the practical steps it is taking to promote biodiversity, such as establishing flowering meadow areas, planting native plant species and creating space for different species of animals. The civic approach of the Community Bee Garden initiative from #Prešov was an interesting example of how local communities can contribute to biodiversity conservation. The initiative presented its activities aimed at creating an environment favorable for bees and other pollinators. This community bee garden serves not only as a space for the conservation of these important species, but also as a place for environmental education and community activities. Their work shows that even small initiatives can have a big impact on local biodiversity. An interesting part of the discussion was also the approach to biodiversity promotion by the Grandhotel Starý Smokovec, which is also commercial in nature. The hotel presented its High Tatras Beehive project, where they combine environmental activities with the creation of a unique experiential concept for their hotel guests. Each of these approaches - strategic, implementation, civic and commercial - offers valuable inspiration and the participants of the event had the opportunity to gain new knowledge that they can apply in their own projects. #Capacity2Transform #C2T #biodiversity #innovation #TUKE #bee #green #nature | Technical University of Košice

Today, on the #InternationalDayofBiodiversity, I want to reflect on the vital role that humans can play in restoring and preserving the planet's biodiversity. Last week, I was in Mértola, Portugal, participating in the BIOTraCes international project meeting with Esther Turnhout, Tamalone van den Eijnden, Rosalie van Dam and many more brilliant scientists. BIOTraCes is dedicated to achieving transformative change for biodiversity a collaboration of eleven different European universities and research centres. During the meeting, I had the opportunity to share my insights on how commons can contribute to this vital transformation. One of the highlights of my trip was meeting Marta Cortegano and Pedro Nogueira from Terra Sintrópica. Witnessing firsthand their efforts in restoring arid landscapes through Syntropic Agroforestry was truly inspiring. This innovative approach not only restores the land but creates a nearly magical oasis in the dessert. Strangely so much of Terra Sintrópica in Portugal seemed familiar to me despite the significant differences, nearly polar opposite context and challenges, when compared to Voedselpark Amsterdam. In Amsterdam, we face intense pressure on land due to high urban density, while Terra Sintrópica deals with issues of depopulation in rural areas. Our region is often at risk of flooding due to water abundance, whereas they are coping with desertification. Additionally, Voedselpark Amsterdam is still trying to win over the local authorities, unlike Terra Sintrópica, which has support from the municipality. Despite these contrasting circumstances, I noticed profound similarities in their culture and approach. Aside from both being partners of Biotraces both initiatives embrace a non-hierarchical, commons-based way of organizing. At Terra Sintrópica, much like at Voedselpark, the mentality of having nothing to lose fosters a willingness to experiment and innovate. Also, we both learn and work with nature rather than against it at the same time prioritizing community well-being. This spirit of resilience and adaptability is something we share in our efforts as we strive to cultivate regenerative and community-focused solutions. This experience confirmed again for me that we humans can indeed be a keystone species in a positive sense. We can help restore ecological balance and strengthen biodiversity. Our conscious and collective efforts can create positive ripple effects throughout ecosystems and communities, underscoring our potential to act as stewards of land, not owners. Through the transformative work of initiatives like Terra Sintrópica, we can pave the way for a more biodiverse and regenerative future.

The new biodiversity center isn’t just about conservation—it’s about creating opportunities. By preserving the “Center of Marine Biodiversity,” Batangas secures its place as a hub for ecotourism, sustainable investments, and long-term economic growth. #VerdeIslandPassage #Batangas

📢 ISLANDS FUND Blue x SMILO – Call for proposals 🏝   Are you a grassroot organisation? Do you want to make a difference for islands sustainable development? Once again, SMILO teams up with Blue this year to launch a new Call for proposals of SMILO Islands Fund.   🌐 This call is open to local organisations working on islands engaged in SMILO’s labelling process or active members of SMILO islands network (valid membership).    The concrete solutions that will be supported will address one of the following themes: • Sustainable tourism • Biodiversity conservation and restoration in protected areas (existing or to be created), in view of favouring MPAs (Marine Protected Areas) 📅 Applications are open until November 12, 2024!   ℹ More info here: https://swll.to/sTaD7 Special thanks to Blue, Conservatoire du littoral , AFD - Agence Française de Développement and Fonds français pour l'environnement mondial (FFEM) for supporting this initiative!

📢 REMINDER: ISLANDS FUND Blue x SMILO – Call for proposals 🏝 Are you a grassroot organisation? Do you want to make a difference for islands sustainable development? Once again, SMILO teams up with Blue this year to launch a new Call for proposals of SMILO Islands Fund. 🌐 This call is open to local organisations working on islands engaged in SMILO’s labelling process or active members of SMILO islands network (valid membership). The concrete solutions that will be supported will address one of the following themes: • Sustainable tourism • Biodiversity conservation and restoration in protected areas (existing or to be created), in view of favouring MPAs (Marine Protected Areas) 📅 Applications are open until 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟐, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒! ℹ More info here: https://swll.to/sTaD7 Special thanks to Blue, Conservatoire du littoral, AFD - Agence Française de Développement and Fonds français pour l'environnement mondial (FFEM) for supporting this initiative!

Since I know you all love percentages, numbers, and statistics 😏 let’s celebrate World Bee Day🐝 with some facts: 90% of the world’s wildflower plants and 35% of the world’s crops depend on bees for growth. Bees play a crucial role in building ecosystems globally!!! To highlight their importance, the United Nations has initiated various programs worldwide to raise awareness about protecting bees and how we can contribute to this cause. I recently had the pleasure of attending my first immersive guided beehive experience in northern Luxembourg with professional beekeeper Samantha Swezey. 👉Funfact : My last name Jabardo, means small swarm produced by a hive as the second brood of the year, or as the first and only one if it is weak due to the harsh winter. Portuguese people, shut up. You understand 😅 Now! My Learning Highlights: - Luxembourg is home to about 350 species of bees. (Almost as many as the Valour Bags we have at home! Cringy millennial joke) - Bees are incredibly organized and hierarchical 🧐 - If they don’t like you, you’re out – to dead 🫥 - They DANCE TO COMMUNICATE 💃 We should implement this. The "queen bee" phenomenon is real 👑 The queen is treated like royalty and is solely there for reproduction. Now I understand Beyoncé – only re-producing 💸 - The queen only kills other queens 💅🏻 Fancy. - The Drones, I’m sorry but they are only being used 🤦🏻♀️ If you follow me here, you might remember my #influencertalk, where I mentioned a historical fact beyond #Instagram production. Here’s another one! World Bee Day coincides with the birth of Anton Janša, an 18th-century pioneer of modern beekeeping from Slovenia. He was one of the first to highlight the critical role bees play in our environment. In a beehive, the only influencer is the queen. No one else stands a chance 😆 I never imagined bees could be so complex, yet so well organized, and vital to maintaining healthy ecosystems and biodiversity. The bee symbolizes community, hard work, and remarkable productivity 🐝 #bees #hives #biodiversity #nature #luxembourg

Published on International Day of Biodiversity, the report "The Integration of Biodiversity in National Tourism Policies", explores the intricate relationship between the tourism sector and biodiversity, which encompasses the diversity within species, between species and of ecosystems. It assesses how 80 national tourism policies incorporate biodiversity values and aims to deepen the understanding of the references to biodiversity within these policies. The report comprises four detailed subsections that examine the integration of biodiversity within policy narratives, policy statements, strategic programs, and commitments to monitoring. By providing insights into the breadth and depth of current integration efforts, it serves as a valuable resource for policymakers, stakeholders, and the global community, urging further action towards a sustainable future. https://lnkd.in/eWPjhvsy #worldbiodiversityday #untourism #national #tourismpolicies #strtategies #programs Sandra Carvao Patricia Carmona Redondo Lorena Villar Ana Martín Gutiérrez Stephen Woodley Tim Badman Mizuki Murai Thiago Beraldo Anna Spenceley Sue Snyman Yu-Fai Leung 梁宇暉 Dale Honeck Thomas Armitt Oliver Hillel Kate Potter Megan Epler Wood

Sentosa Development Corporation has launched a new 500 sq m green corridor featuring over 3,000 native plant species, aimed at enhancing local biodiversity. The corridor connects the Imbiah Nature area to Sentosa Sensoryscape, offering food and breeding habitats for butterflies, birds, and bees across more than 40 hectares of forests and nature reserves. Lepidopterist Khew Sin Khoon, also known as “Butterfly man”, shared that, “by creating a corridor, it will attract them for the growth of their population and the continuation of their species.” The initiative aims to nurture butterfly population growth by providing an ideal environment, akin to a “hawker centre” for butterflies. Prioritising biodiversity over tourism, the project aspires to help butterflies thrive and potentially spread across Sentosa and the mainland. Read more about it: https://lnkd.in/gqdpnMie Together, let’s #PowerTheChange and pave the way for a more sustainable world. #Geneco #GenecoSG #Biodiversity #Conservation #Sustainability #EcoFriendly #WildlifeConservation

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TL;DR: The Biodiversity Economy - South Africa discusses local benefits and consumptive use and today is the last day for comments. The NBBN's Luvuyo Kani and Bradley Nelson, together with other colleagues from the Endangered Wildlife Trust recently attended the South African Government hosted Biodiversity Economy and Investment Indaba. This event brought together over 1200 delegates from all over the country; from all spheres of government, NGOs, special interest groups, co-operatives, communities and SMMEs starting to discuss the economic opportunities of our natural heritage and how that should benefit those who live within these landscapes and particularly those who have been marginalized. The indaba gave a voice to a range of stakeholders including traditional healers, subsistence fishermen and women, and ecotourism entrepreneurs and the opportunity to engage on the four strategic goals of the draft Reviewed National Biodiversity Economic Strategy, focused on ecotourism; bioprospecting and biotrade; consumptive use of wildlife game; and consumptive use of both wild and produced marine and freshwater resources. We need to start recognizing that our whole economy is embedded in nature and not independent of it. Lets hear from you - how do we encourage strategies and decisions that impact or depend on biodiversity economy to really be sustainable and science-based? NB! comments on the draft strategies closes today #BiodiversityDisclosureProject #BiodiversityEconomy #BiodiversityPolicy #SouthAfricanGovernment #PublicPrivatePartnerships