SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOAL (SDG) 15: LIFE ON LAND SDG 15 aims to protect, restore, and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, manage forests sustainably, combat desertification, and halt biodiversity loss. It emphasizes the importance of preserving natural habitats and safeguarding biodiversity, which are vital for ecosystem services and human well-being. Key targets include ensuring the conservation of mountain ecosystems, protecting threatened species, and integrating ecosystem and biodiversity values into national and local planning. SDG 15 recognizes that healthy ecosystems are crucial for combating climate change and achieving sustainability, calling for concerted efforts to balance development needs with environmental protection. Achieving this goal is essential for maintaining the planet's health and supporting livelihoods.
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SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOAL (SDG) 15: LIFE ON LAND SDG 15 aims to protect, restore, and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, manage forests sustainably, combat desertification, and halt biodiversity loss. It emphasizes the importance of preserving natural habitats and safeguarding biodiversity, which are vital for ecosystem services and human well-being. Key targets include ensuring the conservation of mountain ecosystems, protecting threatened species, and integrating ecosystem and biodiversity values into national and local planning. SDG 15 recognizes that healthy ecosystems are crucial for combating climate change and achieving sustainability, calling for concerted efforts to balance development needs with environmental protection. Achieving this goal is essential for maintaining the planet's health and supporting livelihoods.
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#NetZero River Stewardship Company (RSC) and Riverlution's commitment to net zero is deeply integrated into its environmental management strategies, particularly focusing on river and riparian habitats. This comprehensive approach involves several key activities including Biodiversity enhancement, nature – based solutions, community and training initiatives. The River Stewardship Company's integrated approach to managing river and riparian habitats exemplifies how environmental management and biodiversity improvement can significantly contribute to achieving net zero. Through habitat restoration, nature-based solutions, community engagement, and alignment with environmental policies, the RSC demonstrates a sustainable model that not only addresses current ecological challenges but also ensures long-term environmental resilience and carbon neutrality. We aim to reach our NET Zero Target and reduce environmental impacts of the organisation.
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We're honored to participate in COP 16 from October 23rd to 31st. Our focus will be on Chapter 9 of our sustainable standards, which outlines the management of farms, landscapes, and biodiversity. During this conference, we will advocate for practices that promote biodiversity and responsible land use. Our commitment includes: - Ensuring production occurs in permitted areas to protect high conservation value sites. - Implementing strategies that enhance habitat restoration and environmental stewardship. - Engaging with local initiatives to foster a culture of responsibility and sustainability. We believe that by prioritizing biodiversity, we can create a positive impact on the environment and local communities. Let’s work together to safeguard our ecosystems for future generations. #FSF #FlorverdeSustainableFlowers #SustainableFlowers #COP16 COP16 Colombia, Daniela España.
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#NetZero River Stewardship Company's (RSC) commitment to net zero is deeply integrated into its environmental management strategies, particularly focusing on river and riparian habitats. This comprehensive approach involves several key activities including Biodiversity enhancement, nature – based solutions, community and training initiatives. The River Stewardship Company's integrated approach to managing river and riparian habitats exemplifies how environmental management and biodiversity improvement can significantly contribute to achieving net zero. Through habitat restoration, nature-based solutions, community engagement, and alignment with environmental policies, the RSC demonstrates a sustainable model that not only addresses current ecological challenges but also ensures long-term environmental resilience and carbon neutrality. We aim to reach our NET Zero Target and reduce environmental impacts of the organisation.
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What are #NaturePositive solutions ? 👉 https://lnkd.in/dFk8j_NM It’s no news: nature is in decline. To activate environmental recovery, all businesses must engage in biodiversity protection and restoration. Nature-positive solutions are key in this endeavour. Our partner Innovate 4 Nature defines them as initiatives that actively contribute to the restoration and regeneration of nature and biodiversity, ultimately having a net-positive impact on the environment and society. Innovate 4 Nature's website showcases a portfolio of 140 expert-assessed, scalable solutions. These range from natural climate solutions like reforestation to cutting-edge nature-tech solutions that track biodiversity changes. Embracing these solutions empowers businesses, investors, and stakeholders to transform towards a sustainable future. Follow Innovate 4 Nature on LinkedIn for the latest updates and join us in making a positive impact. #naturePositive #sustainability #solutions #businessForGood
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In today's rapidly changing world, the importance of environmental conservation has never been more critical. At OIOC, we believe integrating Indigenous wisdom is key to creating sustainable solutions for our planet's future. Indigenous communities have stewarded their lands for millennia, developing profound knowledge and practices harmonizing with nature. This ancestral wisdom offers invaluable insights into sustainable living, biodiversity preservation, and ecosystem management. Here are a few ways Indigenous wisdom is making a difference in modern environmental conservation: Holistic Land Management: Indigenous practices often involve managing the land to benefit all living things, ensuring balance and sustainability. Techniques like controlled burns, crop rotation, and sacred groves are vital for maintaining biodiversity. Biodiversity Preservation: Indigenous peoples have a deep understanding of their local ecosystems, including the plants and animals that inhabit them. This knowledge helps them identify and protect endangered species and habitats. Sustainable Resource Use: Indigenous wisdom teaches us to use resources responsibly, taking only what is needed and ensuring that future generations can also benefit. Practices such as selective harvesting and rotational farming are essential for resource conservation. Climate Change Mitigation: Indigenous communities are on the front lines of climate change, yet their traditional knowledge includes strategies to adapt and mitigate its impacts. From water conservation methods to weather prediction techniques, these practices are crucial in our fight against climate change. At OIOC, we are committed to honoring and integrating these invaluable traditions into our conservation efforts. By collaborating with Indigenous communities, we aim to create a future where humans live harmoniously with nature. Join us in supporting the "Green Rebirth" initiative and learn more about how Indigenous wisdom shapes a sustainable future for all. 🌿 #GreenRebirth #IndigenousWisdom #EnvironmentalConservation #Sustainability #ClimateAction
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Explore the insights on the profound impact of protecting biodiversity for a nature-positive future. Discover how integrating biodiversity considerations can drive innovation, resilience, and long-term value creation. Let's pave the way for a more sustainable tomorrow! #BiodiversityMatters #ESGLeadership #SustainableFuture https://deloi.tt/3vdbt83
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The conservation of ecosystems is a pressing issue intimately linked to human survival, requiring immediate action from scientists, policymakers, and global citizens as climate change accelerates and ecosystems decline. This challenge necessitates a multi-level approach that combines nature-based solutions with humanitarian actions, emphasizing the role of local communities and grassroots movements in promoting sustainable practices. Policymakers must incorporate environmental sustainability into development agendas, aligning with frameworks like the Paris Agreement and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) while ensuring accountability for biodiversity conservation and climate resilience. Nature-based solutions, such as reforestation and mangrove protection, can enhance both ecosystems and human well-being, particularly for marginalized communities. Given that environmental challenges are global, cooperative conservation efforts are essential, integrating sustainability into humanitarian actions in disaster-prone areas. Ultimately, fostering a global ethos of environmental responsibility is crucial for creating a sustainable future, requiring unified efforts from all sectors to ensure that ecosystems thrive alongside human societies. Immediate, coordinated action is imperative to address these intertwined challenges and promote a resilient future for all.
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Communication for Environment In an era where the impact of #climatechange is increasingly evident, effective communication about environmental initiatives has never been more crucial. Our recent Plantation Drive, prominently featured in several newspapers, exemplifies the power of collective action in addressing environmental challenges. #Mediacoverage plays a pivotal role in amplifying our message. By featuring our Plantation Drive, newspapers bring attention to the importance of reforestation and community involvement in environmental conservation. #Trees are vital to the health of our planet. They absorb carbon dioxide, provide oxygen, and offer habitat for wildlife. Our Plantation Drive is more than just planting trees; it’s about fostering a sustainable future. Each tree planted contributes to mitigating climate change, enhancing biodiversity, and improving air quality. Our success hinges on community involvement. The positive response to our #PlantationDrive, as evidenced by the media coverage, underscores the collective will to make a difference. Engaging the community through such initiatives fosters a sense of ownership and responsibility towards the environment. Our Plantation Drive is featured in several newspapers, highlighting our collective efforts to #combatclimatechange. Let's keep the momentum going and plant more trees for a better tomorrow ! #MuslimHands #mhclimateaction #newscoverage #newspaper #PlantationDrive #EnvironmentalImpact #TreePlanting The Peace Department Mike S. IUCN Asia IUCN Oceania Aisha Khan afzal babur Najeeb Ahmed Chughtai Aamna A. Ali Abbas UN Climate Change UNFCCC-WGEO Regional Collaboration Centre (RCC) MENA and SA
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The new corporate green goal: being ‘nature positive’ From agribusinesses to asset managers, companies around the world are increasingly touting their ambitions to be “nature positive” alongside their net zero targets. At its core, nature positive means halting and reversing biodiversity loss, targeting an overall increase in nature — trees, species, ecosystems — by 2030, relative to a 2020 baseline. https://lnkd.in/gAJ_aYM6
The new corporate green goal: being ‘nature positive’
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