Knowledge Management for Biodiversity
Join the KM4B Webinar Series to learn about knowledge management in the context of biodiversity, its protocols, and the importance of accessible data and information for effective biodiversity governance. Explore key initiatives and tools supporting the collection, curation, and sharing of biodivers
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Biodiversity Parks of Delhi: Oasis of Nature in the Urban Jungle
Delhi's Biodiversity Parks, including the Yamuna Biodiversity Park and Aravalli Biodiversity Park, are unique landscapes that serve as home to vanishing species, wetlands, grasslands, and medicinal herbs. These parks offer ecological, cultural, and educational benefits, representing a conservation s
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Wild Coast N2 Biodiversity Offset Project Overview
In 2014, SANRAL initiated the N2 Wild Coast Biodiversity Offset project to conserve biodiversity in selected sites along the Wild Coast region. The project aims to protect and promote the unique biodiversity of these areas without introducing new species or disrupting local communities. Through acti
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Council Conservation Committee Distinguished Conservation Service Award
The Council Conservation Committee Distinguished Conservation Service Award is a prestigious recognition in scouting, involving projects, workbook completion, and assessment by a Council Board of Review. Councils must establish their own policies for administering the award. Scouts recognized with a
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Government Initiatives and Impact on Biodiversity Conservation in India
India, a mega-diverse country, has taken significant steps to protect biodiversity through various initiatives and laws. The government has established protected areas, enacted the Wildlife Protection Act, and set up the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau. Research organizations like the Wildlife Institu
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Understanding Biodiversity and Conservation: Importance and Key Concepts
Biodiversity is the variety of life on Earth, encompassing all species and ecosystems. Conservation efforts are crucial to preserve genetic, species, and ecological diversity. The values of biodiversity range from productive and economic to social and aesthetic. Maintaining a balance in ecosystems,
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Importance of Biodiversity and Sustainability in Ecosystems
Biodiversity, the richness of life in genes, species, and ecosystems, plays a crucial role in sustaining the health of our planet and its inhabitants. It provides essential resources such as food, medicine, and economic benefits. Sustainability, the ability of ecosystems to maintain their structure
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Marine Conservation Governance in Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia
Explore the dynamics of marine conservation governance in Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia, with a focus on Sasi practices and the preliminary findings in the West Misool and South Misool districts. Discover the potential resources in Raja Ampat and the various types of marine conservation areas in
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Shared Challenges in Biodiversity Informatics Collaboration
The Coalition of Open Biodiversity Infrastructures and Networks aims to enhance collaboration for comprehensive biodiversity data management and accessibility. They focus on delivering biodiversity knowledge effectively, enabling stakeholder participation, promoting open data sharing, mobilizing his
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Exploring Gender Dynamics in Community Conservation
This research delves into the intricate relationship between gender and conservation efforts, emphasizing the impact of gender roles on biodiversity loss. It discusses gender essentialism, global gender perspectives in conservation, and presents case studies on Payment for Ecological Services (PES)
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Legal Compliance for Biodiversity Conservation in Agriculture
International conventions play a key role in setting norms and standards for biodiversity conservation in agriculture. The Convention on Biological Diversity, Rio Convention, Ramsar Convention, and others are vital agreements shaping policies around biodiversity. The focus is on conserving biologica
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National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans in Light of COP Decisions
National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans (NBSAP) play a crucial role in implementing the Convention on Biological Diversity. This involves developing strategies, integrating biodiversity into various sectors, and engaging stakeholders for effective implementation. Various COP decisions emph
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Strengthening Biodiversity Data Management in Togo
This project in Togo aims to strengthen biodiversity data management by modernizing the National Herbarium, digitizing records, and collaborating with GBIF partners. The program, funded by the European Union, focuses on capacity enhancement, data publication, and establishing a national network of d
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GEF Funding for Enabling Activities and Support to Biodiversity
GEF provides financial support for enabling activities related to biodiversity and climate change, with a focus on funding national strategies, action plans, and reports. The support includes access to funds for implementing enabling activities and engaging with international conventions. Countries
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Conservation Easements and Monitoring in Orange County by The Nature Conservancy
The Nature Conservancy plays a vital role in monitoring and managing conservation easement lands in Orange County, ensuring the protection of conservation values and natural resources. Through the Irvine Ranch Conservation Easements, they uphold specific permitted and prohibited activities while tai
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Dimensions of Biodiversity - Exploring Earth's Diverse Ecosystems
The Dimensions of Biodiversity initiative, starting with a 10-year campaign, aims to characterize the genetic, functional, and ecological diversity on Earth through innovative research approaches. Funded projects include studies on tree communities, gut microbiota of bees, vulnerability of biodivers
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Conservation Efforts and Threats to Biodiversity at Nolde Forest
Nolde Forest State Park, established by hosiery baron Jacob Nolde in the early 1900s, is a lush coniferous forest now dedicated to environmental education. The park faces threats to biodiversity such as natural disasters, invasive species, and human activity. Hurricane Sandy's impact in 2012 and the
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IPLCs' Contributions to Sustainable Development Goals and CBD Implementation
Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (IPLCs) play a crucial role in advancing biodiversity targets, traditional knowledge utilization, and human rights within the CBD framework. By partnering with IPLCs, transformative actions can support the 2050 vision of living in harmony with nature. Through
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Understanding Energy Efficiency and Conservation Fundamentals
This unit introduces basic terms related to energy, efficiency, and conservation, covering topics such as Efficiency and Conservation Energy, First and Second Law of Thermodynamics, and various heat transfer mechanisms. It emphasizes responsible energy use, focusing on efficiency, conservation, and
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The Impact of Invasive Species on Biodiversity and Ecosystems
The introduction of foreign species can have detrimental effects on biodiversity, ecosystems, and even humans. Invasive species like the Sea Lamprey and Burmese Python disrupt natural habitats, leading to a decline in biodiversity and posing risks to native species and human populations. However, th
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Threats to Biodiversity: Habitat Loss and Conservation Efforts
Habitat loss is a significant threat to species worldwide, with forests, swamps, plains, and other habitats disappearing due to human activities. The decline of black rhinos and the conservation efforts made to protect them illustrate the impact of such activities on wildlife populations. African Pa
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Understanding Population Dynamics and Biodiversity Loss
The content discusses the importance of biodiversity for ecosystem function, causes of biodiversity loss, factors affecting declining biodiversity, and strategies for managing populations and ecosystems to restore biodiversity. It covers topics such as population growth rates, habitat loss, climate
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Overview of The Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN)
The Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN) was developed in response to CBD COP-10 and aims to address the gap in biodiversity finance by supporting countries in mobilizing resources to implement National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans (NBSAPs). With funding from various sources, BIOFIN
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Diaz Farm Conservation Journey in Illinois
Explore the 17-year conservation journey of Diaz Farm in Stephenson County, Illinois, led by Dan Diaz, focusing on sustainable land management practices and the use of Resource Stewardship Evaluation Tool for conservation planning. The farm's history, conservation engagement with various organizatio
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Mobilizing Fiji's Macro-Moth Collection for Biodiversity Protection
NatureFiji-MareqetiViti (NFMV) aims to curate and mobilize available macro-moth data in Fiji to enhance biodiversity knowledge and conservation efforts. This project, funded by a BID Small grant, focuses on digitizing existing data sets, updating taxonomy, and incorporating moth data into Fiji's con
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Enhancing Biodiversity Conservation in Priority Areas through BIOPAMA Action Component
BIOPAMA Action Component aims to improve biodiversity conservation in priority areas by funding on-ground actions, enhancing management of Conserved Areas, strengthening legal frameworks, and supporting local communities. With a budget of 21 million Euros, the initiative covers 79 ACP countries/6 re
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Understanding Conservation and Taking Action
Explore the purpose of conservation and learn how to plan and execute conservation projects using local, regional, and national resources. Discover the legacy of the ArrowCorps service project and understand the difference between conservation and preservation. Identify conservation issues and resou
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Understanding Surveillance in Biodiversity Conservation
Surveillance plays a crucial role in biodiversity conservation by aiding in the early detection of new incursions and invasive species. It helps in limiting the spread of threats, identifying priorities for action, and assessing prevention system effectiveness through passive and active surveillance
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Post-COVID Economic Recovery Aligned with Global Biodiversity Goals
Global economic recovery post-COVID presents a crucial opportunity to prioritize biodiversity alongside financial stimuli. Existing recovery packages lack explicit consideration for biodiversity, indicating the need for alignment with post-2020 global biodiversity frameworks to promote green recover
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Understanding Biodiversity and Conservation
Biodiversity refers to the variety of living organisms and ecosystems. It includes genetic diversity, species diversity, and ecosystem diversity. Genetic diversity plays a crucial role in adaptation and evolution, while species diversity reflects the richness of different species in a region. Conser
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Conservation Challenges and Opportunities in the 2018 Farm Bill
The 2018 Farm Bill presents a battleground where conservation, environmental protection, and agricultural interests collide. Key issues include changes in the Clean Water Act, pesticide use, CAFO operations, NEPA requirements, and potential impacts on conservation programs like the Conservation Stew
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Influence of Income on Residential Yard Biodiversity in Baltimore
Residential yards in Baltimore, regardless of life stage, exhibit variations in biodiversity based on residents' income levels rather than other factors. The study explores how time and money influence plant diversity in yards, hypothesizing that residents with less money but more time will have hig
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The Significance of Biodiversity in Ecosystems
Biodiversity plays a crucial role in boosting ecosystem productivity by ensuring each species contributes uniquely. Measuring biodiversity involves counting species in an area, with a higher species diversity indicating greater biodiversity. Despite this importance, an alarming number of species go
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Understanding Biodiversity: A Comprehensive Overview
Biodiversity, the variety of life on Earth, is a subject of fascination and importance for scientists and the general public alike. This content delves into the immense diversity of species, the levels of biodiversity (genetic, species, ecosystem), and the significance of preserving this rich tapest
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Exploring Biodiversity, Natural Selection, and Speciation in Conservation and Biodiversity (IBESS Topic 4)
Understanding biodiversity in ecosystems, the principles of natural selection according to Charles Darwin, and the concept of speciation. Explore the importance of genetic diversity, habitat diversity, and species diversity within ecosystems, and learn how natural selection drives evolution. Discove
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Importance of Biodiversity in Environmental Preservation
Understanding the significance of biodiversity is crucial for maintaining a healthy environment. Biodiversity encompasses the range of species and organisms within communities, playing a vital role in sustaining ecosystems and food sources. Loss of biodiversity can have detrimental effects on variou
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Lewisham Biodiversity Partnership Meeting Summary
The Lewisham Biodiversity Partnership meeting held on 14th July 2021 covered various topics including project updates, legacy award applications, partnership reports, and plans for future activities. Discussions included Big City Butterflies project, Kenneth White Legacy Award applications and votin
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Exploring the Intersection of Biodiversity and Climate Change Post-2020
The post-2020 global biodiversity framework delves into the crucial linkages between biodiversity and climate change, emphasizing the need for transformative changes and smart, scalable targets. It raises questions about the role of youth, politicians, and the business sector in biodiversity conserv
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Biodiversity Richness and Conservation in India
India, a mega diversity country, boasts a vast array of plant and animal species across different biogeographic zones. With impressive forest coverage and substantial species diversity, India plays a crucial role in global biodiversity conservation efforts. The country's unique ecosystems, rich heri
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Aichi Biodiversity Targets 2011-2020 Summary and Strategic Goals
The Aichi Biodiversity Targets outline strategic goals to address the underlying causes of biodiversity loss, reduce direct pressures on biodiversity, improve biodiversity status, enhance ecosystem services, and strengthen implementation. Targets include raising awareness, integrating biodiversity v
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