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Collapsing wildlife populations near points of no return', report warns

Global wildlife populations have fallen by an average of 73% in 50 years, driven by human impact and imminent ecological tipping points.

Three-Quarters of the Earth Has Gotten Permanently Drier

Climate change is causing permanent dryness on most of Earth's land, affecting ecosystems and human life drastically.

Essential to act now' to prevent chaotic climate breakdown, warns UN chief

The risk of catastrophic climate breakdown and ecosystem collapse is underestimated; urgent action is needed to limit global heating to safe levels.

Deforestation roaring back' despite 140-country vow to end destruction

Global deforestation has increased in 2023, contrary to promises made by countries to stop it by the end of the decade.

Planet Earth Is in Critical Condition. These are the Steps the World Must Take to Change That

The health of Earth's planetary boundaries is deteriorating, indicating severe risks to human life and ecosystems.

Jane Goodall Thinks It's Not Too Late to Save the World

There's still time to save the planet by addressing interconnected crises like climate change, biodiversity loss, and poverty.

Collapsing wildlife populations near points of no return', report warns

Global wildlife populations have fallen by an average of 73% in 50 years, driven by human impact and imminent ecological tipping points.

Three-Quarters of the Earth Has Gotten Permanently Drier

Climate change is causing permanent dryness on most of Earth's land, affecting ecosystems and human life drastically.

Essential to act now' to prevent chaotic climate breakdown, warns UN chief

The risk of catastrophic climate breakdown and ecosystem collapse is underestimated; urgent action is needed to limit global heating to safe levels.

Deforestation roaring back' despite 140-country vow to end destruction

Global deforestation has increased in 2023, contrary to promises made by countries to stop it by the end of the decade.

Planet Earth Is in Critical Condition. These are the Steps the World Must Take to Change That

The health of Earth's planetary boundaries is deteriorating, indicating severe risks to human life and ecosystems.

Jane Goodall Thinks It's Not Too Late to Save the World

There's still time to save the planet by addressing interconnected crises like climate change, biodiversity loss, and poverty.
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Protecting just 1.2% of Earth's land could save most-threatened species, says study

Protecting 1.2% of Earth's surface can prevent extinction of threatened species.

Three-quarters of the world's wildlife has disappeared in 50 years, new analysis says

Wildlife populations have seen an average decline of 73% globally over the past 50 years, indicating a critical environmental crisis.

Wildlife numbers plummet 73 percent over past half-century, report finds

Wildlife populations have declined by over 70% in 50 years primarily due to human impacts, threatening ecosystems and biodiversity.

Fighting Florida's Invasive Python Problem One Step at a Time

The invasive Burmese python is severely impacting the biodiversity of the Everglades, leading to a decline in native species.

Hundreds of alien species are entering new areas every year: report

Invasive species pose significant risks to human health, crops, and infrastructure, with a reported financial impact exceeding $400 billion.

How biodiversity credits could help to conserve and restore nature

Biodiversity loss is a top global risk; urgent funding for conservation is crucial to meet international goals.

Protecting just 1.2% of Earth's land could save most-threatened species, says study

Protecting 1.2% of Earth's surface can prevent extinction of threatened species.

Three-quarters of the world's wildlife has disappeared in 50 years, new analysis says

Wildlife populations have seen an average decline of 73% globally over the past 50 years, indicating a critical environmental crisis.

Wildlife numbers plummet 73 percent over past half-century, report finds

Wildlife populations have declined by over 70% in 50 years primarily due to human impacts, threatening ecosystems and biodiversity.

Fighting Florida's Invasive Python Problem One Step at a Time

The invasive Burmese python is severely impacting the biodiversity of the Everglades, leading to a decline in native species.

Hundreds of alien species are entering new areas every year: report

Invasive species pose significant risks to human health, crops, and infrastructure, with a reported financial impact exceeding $400 billion.

How biodiversity credits could help to conserve and restore nature

Biodiversity loss is a top global risk; urgent funding for conservation is crucial to meet international goals.
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Opinion | 1.5 Degrees Is Not the Problem

Leaders need to address the climate crisis and other challenges such as biodiversity loss and plastic pollution
The current human age, known as the Anthropocene, is the first where a single species has the power to reshape the Earth's climate

A biodiversity catastrophe': how the world could look in 2050 unless we act now

Continued destruction of nature can result in major shocks to food supplies and safe water.
Inaction on biodiversity loss may lead to extinctions, invasive species, plastic pollution, and disappearing forests.
Conservation efforts are facing opposition due to culture wars in many countries.
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