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How to combat the aggravating climate change and biodiversity crisis

Guests at the UN biodiversity conference held in the southwestern Chinese city of Kunming have brainstormed on how to combat the aggravating climate change and biodiversity crisis in a positive and pragmatic manner.

China's contribution to biological diversity

On October 12, Chinese President Xi Jinping announced the establishment of a fund to support developing countries in biological diversity conservation during the leaders' summit of the 15th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP15) held in Kunming ...

COP 15: Highlights From the Kunming Declaration

Governments from over 100 countries have pledged to boost the protection of natural habitats in their territories and work toward signing an “ambitious and transformative” global deal next year to halt the ecological crisis driving the potential extinction of many plant and animal species.

Part one of UN Biodiversity Conference closes, sets stage for adoption of post-2020 global biodiversity framework at resumption in 2022

Closing statement of Elizabeth Maruma Mrema, Executive Secretary of the Convention on Biological Diversity, at the fifteenth meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity, Kunming, China, 15 October 2021

Closing statement of Elizabeth Maruma Mrema, Executive Secretary of the Convention on Biological Diversity, at the fifteenth meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity, Kunming, China, 15 October 2021

Vlog: An immersive tour of the 'kingdom of animals and plants' at COP15

Southwest China's Yunnan Province, also known as the "kingdom of animals and plants," ranks first in terms of biodiversity in China, making it the perfect choice for the 15th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP15).

Interview: Concrete actions need to be "fine-tuned" following COP15 Kunming Declaration, says expert

Government officials "now need to roll up their sleeves and agree to concrete actions" on the post-2020 global biodiversity framework for the next decade set out by the Kunming Declaration, a U.S. environmental expert has said.

Chinese strategy offers hope in tackling biodiversity losses

A Chinese mechanism－the ecological conservation red line－could provide an effective solution to tackling global biodiversity losses. Experts said the strategy, which has been successfully adopted in biodiversity programs in China, could cover more species not protected by nature reserves and als ...

Race is on to reach net zero emissions and halt runaway nature loss

Even if we eliminate all fossil fuel use there is strong evidence that we will not be able to limit global average temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius. Simply stated, without nature we are not going to achieve the goal of the Paris Agreement. Thirty percent of emission reduction can only co ...

COP 15 ideal chance to realise community of all life on Earth

China is accelerating the establishment of a system of protected areas that will eventually encompass all the areas of greatest importance to China’s natural ecosystem.

COP15 exhibit shows China’s 1st 3D-printed dinosaur skeleton

China's first 3D-printed dinosaur skeleton is on display at the ongoing COP15 held in Kunming, Southwest China's Yunnan Province to showcase China's biodiversity conservation practice and achievement.

COP15: International cooperation in biodiversity protection

Over the past few days, the 15th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (COP15) has been underway in Yunnan province. This area is well-known as a treasure trove of biodiversity in southwest China. Just a few months ago, a herd of wandering Asian el ...

China’s ecological red line system, BRI to help countries achieve post-2020 targets

China expressed a strong ambition to further strengthen biodiversity protection at the first global meeting convened by the UN on ecological civilization on Monday, and analysts who highlighted China's achievements in and contributions to the global biodiversity agenda believe many of China's pr ...

UN biodiversity conference held in Kunming

The United Nations (UN) meeting on biodiversity known as COP15 took place this week in the spring city of China's Kunming. It was the largest global gathering on the topic in a decade and is expected to provide a global roadmap for conserving and restoring biodiversity, and ecosystems for the ne ...

'Elephant runners' recount epic trek of mammoth stars in S.W China

China to set up multinational co-managed national parks to further protect species. A video on the activities of a herd of wild Asian elephants that went astray in Southwest China's Yunnan Province in September is shown on a big screen at the 15th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the ...

UK artist’s work in Kunming sends nature protection message at COP15

As government officials from around the world hold talks at the UN biodiversity conference COP15 in Kunming, Southwest China's Yunnan Province, a new art installation, Nature and the City, set up in the city's planning museum, is reminding the public that everyone can do their part to protect na ...

COP15 adopts Kunming Declaration, a message of unity to facilitate future negotiations on biodiversity

A declaration on joint efforts and momentum to halt and reverse the loss of biodiversity was passed on Wednesday in Kunming, Southwest China's Yunnan Province, at the 15th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (COP15).

Yunnan leads the way in protecting rare flora and fauna

"By taking multiple measures to protect biodiversity, Yunnan has successfully protected about 100 species of animals and plants with extremely small populations from the risk of extinction over the past decade," said Yang Wenzhong, an expert from the Yunnan Academy of Forestry during the 15th me ...

China is poised to take the role of global environmental leader

From a variety of animals, plants, fungi and microorganisms that make up our natural world, each of the species and microbes help to maintain balance in the world by working together in ecosystems. They form biodiversity, which supports everything humans need to survive, including food, clean wa ...

World Leaders Meet to Address Biodiversity Crisis, But U.S. Stays on Sidelines

World leaders moved forward this week with a global framework to stem the loss of biodiversity, but missing from the conversation was a critical potential partner—the United States.

World Leaders mobilise resources to combat biodiversity crisis and Build Back Better

Governments adopted a high-level declaration to reverse biodiversity loss by 2030 and provide the political momentum needed to meet the targets of the Post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework. TRAFFIC is encouraged by the commitments made at the UN Biodiversity Conference 2020 in Kunming, China, ...

China takes lead on global biodiversity solutions with ecological civilization: UNESCO representative

China is taking the lead in the world and is an excellent example to provide solutions on global biodiversity with the concept of ecological civilization, and there are no boundaries in bringing good concepts to the world which needs good ideas more than ever amid the global crises of biodiversi ...

Eco-civilization illuminates path to sustainable future

At a time when the world is struggling to find ways to reverse the trend of biodiversity loss, China has provided a sound solution: the harmonious co-existence between mankind and nature. "All beings flourish when they live in harmony and receive nourishment from nature," said Chinese President ...

30×30 is not a one-size-fits-all biodiversity target (commentary)

The recently issued Kunming Declaration from the High-Level Segment of the United Nations Biodiversity Conference lays the foundation for the post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) to be negotiated next year. Its stated goal is to reverse the extinction crisis and build an “ecological civ ...

GLOBALink | Vlog: Plateau lake in Kunming, China regains luster as ecology prioritized

Dianchi Lake in Kunming used to be one of the most polluted lakes in China. After years of preservation, the largest freshwater lake on the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau is regaining its lost luster.

France's Axa to invest 1.5 bln euros to fight deforestation

French insurer Axa said on Thursday it will invest 1.5 billion euros ($1.74 billion) to support sustainable forest management as part of new commitments to fight deforestation and preserve biodiversity. The announcement comes a day after more than 100 countries called for urgent action on biodiv ...

CBD COP15 Part 1 Held Online, Kunming Declaration Adopted

Minister HAN Jeoung-ae introduced South Korea's carbon neutrality policies, including the Green New Deal during Part 1 of the 15th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP15) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) held virtually from 11 to 15 October.

UNEP head praises China's remarkable achievements on biodiversity conservation

China attaches great importance to guiding ideology, strategic planning and policy implementation of biodiversity conservation, which has seen remarkable achievements, said Inger Andersen, the executive director of the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).

Expert hails president Xi's speech on biodiversity protections

Chinese President Xi Jinping has delivered a speech at the 15th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP15) to the Convention on Biological Diversity from Beijing, showing the host country's manner and responsibility to the international community and paving the path for future global biodi ...

Save biodiversity, save ourselves

The 15th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (COP15) is underway in Kunming, southwest China's Yunnan Province. Due to human activities and climate change, much of the world's wildlife has been lost, and some rare species are facing extinction. I ...

Kunming Declaration, Ambitious Yet Feasible

The Kunming Declaration was adopted on October 14 at the 15th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP15) in Kunming, southwest China's Yunnan Province. A main achievement of this conference, the declaration commits to ensuring the formulation, adop ...

The Amazon’s biodiversity: The real winning lottery ticket

When Brazil’s then president Luis da Silva announced the discovery of major oil deposits in 2008, he described it as the ‘winning lottery ticket’. As the current incumbent attends the COP15 meeting on biodiversity, the real winning ticket and the key to securing the country’s economic and enviro ...

COP15, présidence chinoise : la biodiversité, ce concept anticapitaliste

Octobre 2021, la Chine accueille et préside le quinzième sommet mondial de la COP pour la biodiversité. Moins connue que la COP pour le climat, cette convention ne doit pas être marginalisée ; elle est dans l’opinion de nombreux « défenseurs de l’environnement » cruciale. Pourtant, en raison de ...

China becomes strong supporter, contributor to global biodiversity agenda, says UN official

Elizabeth Maruma Mrema, Executive Secretary of the Convention on Biological Diversity mentioned that China is among the first countries to become a party to the Convention on Biological Diversity

China's first seeds museum shows charm of biodiversity

China's first seeds museum shows the charm of biodiversity at the Fuligong Biodiversity Experience Park in Kunming city, Southwest China's Yunnan province. Walking into the museum, visitors can see a wall of seeds in 2,040 acrylic cylinders and bottles of seed hanging in the air.

GLOBALink | How national parks around the world protect biodiversity?

How national parks around the world protect biodiversity? What actions they are taking to restore the environment? Check the video and find out. #COP15

Vision of ecological civilization provides solutions for global crises

China's vision of ecological civilization, which has roots in traditional Chinese culture and stresses the harmonious coexistence of man and nature, provides solutions to address the global crises of climate change and biodiversity loss, officials said on Thursday.

The first part of the COP15 biodiversity ends

The first part of the COP15 biodiversity ends Friday, with the China's desired will to carry out international negotiations to better protect nature and some funding commitments. Source: https://pressfrom.info/ca/news/canada/-454907-the-first-part-of-the-cop15-biodiversity-ends.html

Funding, indigenous people key to success

This week's online summit Part One sets the stage for a decisive face-to-face meeting in April. Among the new targets is one advanced by the Campaign for Nature (CFN): protect 30 per cent of the world's land and marine areas by 2030. These should consist of protected areas and "other effective a ...

Eco-civilization illuminates path to sustainable future

At a time when the world is struggling to find ways to reverse the trend of biodiversity loss, China has provided a sound solution: the harmonious co-existence between mankind and nature.

'Path to recovery': Part one of COP15 closes with hopes high for new global biodiversity accord

UN declares virtual talks have set the stage for the adoption of an ambitious post-2020 global biodiversity framework next year. The first phase of the COP15 Biodiversity Summit in Kunming, China closed today with the UN expressing confidence the week long talks had helped set the stage for the ...

COP15: biodiversity summit in China ends with UN hailing ‘renewed optimism’

The United Nations Biodiversity Conference in the Chinese city of Kunming closed on an upbeat note on Friday after a week that brought a joint commitment and pledges of funding to help countries put words into action.

UN biodiversity Conference: Biodiversity is our future

The first part of the UN Biodiversity Conference wraps up today. It will be followed by final negotiations on the post-2020 global biodiversity framework during face-to-face meetings in Kunming, China, in April 2022. This global biodiversity framework will provide a strategic vision and global r ...

First part of COP15 exceeds anticipations; post-2020 framework will be better implemented: CBD executive secretary

The first part of the COP15 meeting in Kunming has met and exceeded expectations and is expected to provide a roadmap for the effective further negotiations of the post-2020 global biodiversity framework, Elizabeth Maruma Mrema, executive secretary of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) ...

Euronews debates how Europe and China should preserve biodiversity

The UN biodiversity summit in Kunming, China is underway in a context of extreme pressure on ecosystems across our planet. According to a WWF International report in 2018, there has been a 60% decline in global populations of mammals, fish, birds, reptiles, and amphibians since 1970. Today one m ...

Businesses Urge World Leaders to Do More on Biodiversity

As the UN Biodiversity Conference (COP15) takes place remotely this month (October 11-15, 2021), chief executives of a number of major companies have signed an open letter from the Business for Nature coalition to world leaders, urging them to do more and to set more ambitious targets on biodive ...

COP15 provides China with a chance to solidify its global leadership in promoting ecological civilization

After being postponed twice due to the coronavirus outbreak, with a 17-month delay, the first round of the 15th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP15) finally took place this week in Kunming, the capital city of Yunnan Province, considered the ...

CCTV+: Broadcasters' Joint Initiative on Protection of Biodiversity Launched

As the 15th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP15) is being held in Kunming from October 11 to 15, the National Radio and Television Administration (NRTA) of China, Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union, Arab States Broadcasting Union, African Union ...

Preventing biodiversity collapse critical to COP26 climate goals, say world leaders

In the run-up to the UN’s crucial climate conference at month’s end, global leaders have laid the foundation for an international framework to protect nature and halt the collapse of biodiversity worldwide while also curbing global warming and protecting human health.