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  1. 17 hours ago

    Healthy ecosystems such as intact forests, wetlands and coastal areas can form physical barriers against extreme weather events. Discover how Ecosystem-based Adaptation can help combat the effects of in our Issues Brief

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  2. Feb 5

    The world’s forests absorb 2.4 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide a year meaning reversing the effects of is essential in the fight against .

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  3. Feb 4

    Freshwater habitats cover less than 1% of the world’s surface, yet they provide a home for over 25% of all described vertebrates. Learn about the threats to biodiversity and what can be done to protect it

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  4. Feb 4

    From islands to landlocked forests and cities, we are all connected to the ocean, but it is in decline. Its resilience means it can recover. We need to radically scale up protection, join us in this work at .

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  5. Feb 3

    NEWS: IUCN Africa Protected Areas Congress (APAC) Postponed

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  6. Feb 3

    What is a marine heatwave, and how do they threaten marine ecosystems and coastal communities? To limit their impacts, it’s vital to reduce fossil-fuel-based emissions to address the . Learn more in our new Issues Brief

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  7. Feb 2

    Wetlands provide ecosystem services worth US$47 trillion per year, sustaining life and livelihoods. When we invest in wetlands, we invest in our health and future.

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  8. Feb 2

    Today is ! Despite being our most valuable ecosystem for people and nature, wetlands are Earth’s most threatened ecosystem. Act now to protect, manage restore and LOVE wetlands 🐟 💦🌿 👉

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  9. Feb 1

    The conservation of freshwater ecosystems is integral to the survival of all forms of life on the planet.

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  10. Jan 31

    Happy Chinese New Year! 2022 is the year of the Water Tiger, it's also the year of the second Global Tiger Summit. Ahead of the summit check out these goals and strategic approaches to improve tiger

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  11. Jan 31

    Mangroves have the ability to absorb up to four times more dioxide by area than upland terrestrial forests. Learn more about IUCN’s work to conserve these amazing ecosystems.

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  12. Jan 31

    Investments in are a win for both people & planet but you need to ensure you are having a positive impact! Discover what impacts can actually be measured in our new podcast episode

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  13. Jan 30

    Wetlands are 🌎 life providers: ➡️Rice for 3.5 billion people ➡️1 billion livelihoods ➡️ Most efficient land-based carbon stores ➡️ Host 40% of global species to act for people and nature. 👉

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  14. Jan 29

    Tiger conservation is more than just saving tigers. It’s about protecting a diversity of life in their habitat range. Learn more about IUCN’s tiger work

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  15. Jan 28

    The number of assessed species on the is now 142,577 with over 40,000 threatened with . Discover more about their status and what can be done

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  16. Jan 28

    The 2nd annual IUCN WCPA International Ranger Award will recognise the remarkable work of rangers in around the world. Nominations are open until 31 January 2022, learn more 👉

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  17. Jan 27

    The loss of threatens the survival of many species and reduces their ability to provide essential services. Discover how forest landscape restoration can reverse these losses in our Issues Brief

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  18. Jan 27

    By investing in , we can meet urgent global challenges sustainably. Our Nature-based Recovery initiative shows why nature should be a key part of recovery

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  19. Jan 26

    are among the most threatened ecosystems on Earth, largely due to unprecedented global warming and changes. Limiting global average temperature to well below 2°C above pre-industrial levels is their only chance for survival

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  20. Jan 26

    How can we ensure nature-based solutions are effective against global challenges such as and biodiversity loss? IUCN's Global Standard for ™ is here to guide you

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