Global biodiversity outlook gbo5 in the light of the ongoing work of the intergovernmental sciencepolicy platform on biodiversity and ecosystem services ipbes on a global assessment on biodiversity and ecosystem services. They are presented here with links to the underlying. Translation find a translation for global biodiversity outlook in other languages. The global biodiversity informatics outlook gbio offers a framework for reaching a much deeper understanding of the worlds biodiversity, and through that understanding the means to conserve it better and to use it more sustainably.
Address the underlying causes of biodiversity loss by mainstreaming biodiversity across government and society. Global biodiversity data and information are necessary to support wellinformed decision making at the global level, yet information critical to such decisions are not available readily. It is a periodic report that summarizes the latest data on the status and trends of biodiversity and draws conclusions relevant to. The biodiversity heritage library works collaboratively to make biodiversity literature openly available to the world as part of a global biodiversity community. A global outlook a summary of cbds global biodiversity outlook 2 a summary by. Global biodiversity outlook 2 is an output of the convention as a whole, and the. The concept of biodiversity has provoked considerable debate and misunderstanding among the general public, decisionmakers, and even the scientific community. Relating characteristics of global biodiversity targets to reported progress. Global biodiversity outlook 4 3 t he preparation of the fourth edition of global biodiversity outlook gbo4 began in 2010 following the tenth meeting of the conference of the parties to the convention on biological diversity. The pressures driving the loss of biodiversity show few signs of easing, and in some cases are escalating. Case study amphibians 1 habitat destruction fragmentation alteration.
Gbo4, like the previous editions of the report, is an output of the processes under the convention. Global biodiversity outlook 3 tim hirsch, secretariat of. Global biodiversity outlook 3 international coral reef. The designations employed and the presentation of material in cities and biodiversity outlook do not imply the expression of any opinion whatsoever on the part of the secretariat of the convention on biological diversity concerning. Published almost at the halfway point of the 20112020 strategic plan for biodiversity, this fourth edition of the global biodiversity outlook gbo4 provides a timely report. Global biodiversity outlook 4 global biodiversity outlook gbo is the flagship publication of the convention on biological diversity. It also showcases best practices and lessons learned, and provides information on how to incorporate the topics of biodiversity and ecosystem services into urban agendas and policies.
The draft fourth global biodiversity outlook gbo 4, unepcbdsbstta182, unepcbdsbstta18inf2 shows that implementation of 46 out of 55 target elements has progressed at an insufficient rate. Biodiversity reflects the number, variety, and variability of living organisms, as well as how these change from one location to another and over time. Issuu is a digital publishing platform that makes it simple to publish magazines, catalogs, newspapers, books, and more online. Global biodiversity outlook 4 secretariat of the convention on biological. Twelfth meeting of the conference of the parties to the.
Feb 21, 2020 global biodiversity outlook gbo provides a summary of the status of biological diversity and an analysis of the steps being taken by the global community to ensure that biodiversity is conserved and used sustainably, and that benefits arising from the use of genetic resources are shared equitably. The national biodiversity strategy of japan 20122020. Biodiversity a global outlook context the convention on biological diversity cbd has set, in 2002, the ambitious target of reducing the rate of biodiversity loss by 2010. Secretariat of the convention on biological diversity cbd cbo action and policy provides the summary of a global assessment of the links between urbanization, biodiversity, and ecosystem services. It provides a powerful case for the importance of biodiversity to human wellbeing. These are important for policy makers working in the regions to provide solid evidence and policy options which will help tackle environmental issues faced in the regions. We make recommendations in relation to each part of the proposed regulation in turn. Reduce the direct pressures on biodiversity and promote sustainable use 3. On one hand it warns that the diversity of living things on the planet continues to be eroded as a result of human activities. Drawing on contributions from more than 120 scientists and policymakers from.
Much has been published on the subject since its first appearance at the national forum on biodiversity in september, 1986, the proceedings of which became the bestseller, biodiversity. Global biodiversity outlook gbo is the flagship publication of the convention on biological diversity. It proposes a framework that will help harness the immense power of information technology and an open data culture, to gather unprecedented evidence about biodiversity and to inform better decisions. General conclusions of the global biodiversity outlook include emphasis added. A number of indicators were created to assess progress towards meeting that target. Third edition of the cbd global biodiversity outlook kalemani jo mulongoy cbd secretariat international scientific symposium biodiversity and sustainable diets 3 5 november 2010 fao, rome. These include drinkable water, clean air, and fertile soils. That is a principal conclusion of a major new assessment of the current state of biodiversity and the implications of its continued loss for human wellbeing. The geo regional assessments provide detailed analysis of regional environmental challenges as well as key findings and policy messages for each of the 6 unep regions. First 15 years dominanted by developing databases, quality control, data sharing standards development. The outlook underscores that the drivers of biodiversity loss continue to intensify. Global biodiversity outlook 4 isbn 9292255401 is an open access publication, subject to the terms of the creative.
Economic valuation shall elicit hidden biodiversity values for better decisionmaking limits to economic valuation the advantage of economic valuation is that it puts biodiversity values on an equal footing with other economic benefits and costs, but. Draft biodiversity conservation regulation 2017 this part of the submission comments on the proposed biodiversity conservation regulation 2017 regulation which prescribes supporting regulatory detail under the biodiversity conservation act 2016 bc act. Why do we need a global biodiversity informatics outlook. Global environment outlook 6 regional assessments unep. Pdf published by the seceretariat of the united nations convention on biological diversity, this is the first part of a global assessment of the links. Local biodiversity outlooks indigenous peoples and local. Global biodiversity outlook 4 is freely available online. Relating characteristics of global biodiversity targets to reported. The global biodiversity outlook 4, published as nearly 200 countries meet on monday in south korea in a bid to tackle biodiversity loss, paints a damning picture of governments efforts to meet a set of targets agreed in 2010 to slow the destruction of species habitats, cut pollution and stop overfishing by the end of the decade. Global environment outlook 6 regional assessments authors. It is the product of close collaboration between the secretariat of the cbd and the united nations environment programmes world conservation monitoring centre unepwcmc. Local biodiversity outlooks indigenous peoples and. Delivering biodiversity knowledge in the information age conclusions bi has achieved important goals at the culture and data level. The key environmental challenges for the future are presented according to a traffic light system see table 1.
Easily share your publications and get them in front of issuus. A read is counted each time someone views a publication summary such as the title, abstract, and list of authors, clicks on a figure, or views or downloads the fulltext. The global biodiversity outlook gbo is a periodic report that summarises the latest data on the status and trends of global biodiversity. It includes diversity within species, between species, and. Improve the status of biodiversity by safeguarding ecosystems, species and genetic diversity 4. During its 20th meeting, the subsidiary body of technical, technological and scientific advice sbstta to the convention on biological diversity cbd will discuss how the assessments of the. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your first box. Cities and biodiversity outlook action and policy stems from decision x22 requesting the executive secretary of the cbd to prepare an assessment of the links and opportunities between urbanization and biodiversity, based on the concept of our flagship publication global biodiversity outlook. Resource mobilization srm in order for parties to achieve the strategic plan for biodiversity 20112020. It is a periodic report that summarizes the latest data on the status and trends of biodiversity and draws conclusions relevant to the further implementation of the convention. Sbstta recommended that gbo5 should provide a final evaluation on the achievements. The key drivers of biodiversity loss in the asean region include ecosystems and habitat change, climate change, invasive alien species, overexploitation as a result of deforestation and landuse and wateruse change, as well as wildlife hunting and trade for food, pollution and poverty.
Convention on biological diversitys global biodiversity. The national biodiversity strategy of japan 20122020 roadmap towards the establishment of an enriching society in harmony with nature 28th september, 2012. Translation find a translation for national biodiversity information outlook in other languages. Key findings and policy messages the present note summarizes the key findings and policy messages stemming from the global environment outlook geo6 assessments. The global resources outlook 2019 builds on this body of evidence to present. The unep geo sids outlook is a followup to the unepun desa foresight process report on emerging issues for small island developing states helping to ensure that there is a sids voice in the unep global environment outlook. Uneven use of biodiversity indicators in 5th national reports to the. Global biodiversity outlook 3 published by the secretariat of the convention on biological diversity in 2010 says that, while efforts are being made in some fields, loss of global biodiversity is still continuing and it is.
Global biodiversity outlook 4 india environment portal news. The global biodiversity outlook 4, published as nearly 200 countries meet on monday in south korea in a bid to tackle. South africa environment outlook a report on the state of the environment environmental governance biodiversity and ecosystem health human settlements alternative environmental futures. General conclusions of the global biodiversity outlook. Large global data bases and tech developments make bi more. Third edition of the cbd global biodiversity outlook. Traditional knowledge respected by 2020, the traditional knowledge, innovations and practices of. Part of the problem is associated with the complex nature of biodiversity data and information given the uncertainties in terms of their existence and.
By 2050, biodiversity is valued, conserved, restored and wisely used, maintaining ecosystem services, sustaining a healthy planet and delivering benefits essential for all people. Global biodiversity outlook is the flagship publication of the convention on biological diversity. Local biodiversity outlooks indigenous peoples and local communities contributions to the implementation of the strategic plan for biodiversity 20112020 a complement to the fourth edition of the global biodiversity outlook summary and conclusions. The global biodiversity informatics outlook helps to focus effort and investment towards better understanding of life on earth and our impacts upon it. Global biodiversity outlook 4 india environment portal. This page is about the meanings of the acronymabbreviationshorthand gbo in the miscellaneous field in general and in the unclassified terminology in particular. There has been encouraging progress towards meeting some elements of most aichi biodiversity targets but, in most cases, this progress will not be sufficient to achieve the targets unless further urgent and effective action is taken to reduce the pressures on biodiversity and to prevent its continued decline. May 12, 2010 global biodiversity outlook 3 official video. Secretariat of the convention on biological diversity.
The oecd environmental outlook to 2030 is based on projections of economic and environmental trends to 2030. Local biodiversity outlooks provides a snapshot of the many ontheground initiatives being led by indigenous peoples and local communities that contribute to the successful implementation of the strategic plan for biodiversity 20112020 as well as other related global agreements such as the sustainable development goals sdgs and the paris agreement on climate change. This is the first scientific assessment of how global urbanization trends affect biodiversity and ecosystem dynamics. Ri i 1 note by the executive director summary of the sixth global environment outlook regional assessments. Cities and biodiversity outlook action and policy, 2012.
Global biodiversity outlook gbo provides a summary of the status of biological diversity and an analysis of the steps being taken by the global community to ensure that biodiversity is conserved and used sustainably, and that benefits arising from the use of genetic resources are shared equitably. Launched today one year before the halfway point of the strategic plan for biodiversity 20112020 and the united nations decade on biodiversity, global biodiversity outlook 4 shows that there has been significant progress towards meeting some components of the majority of the aichi biodiversity targets. Cities and biodiversity outlook isbn 9292254322 is an open access publication, subject to the terms of the creative. Global biodiversity outlook 3 is freely available online. Details the outlook to nature, biodiversity heritage. The outlook also presents simulations of policy actions to address the key challenges, including their. Global biodiversity outlook 3 gbo3, like its two predecessors published in fouryearly intervals since 2002, results from a decision of the conference of parties to the cbd. This third edition of global biodiversity outlook gbo3, produced by the convention on biological diversity cbd presents some stark choices for human societies. It suggested that the global biodiversity outlook should provide a summary of the status of biological diversity and an analysis of the steps being taken by the. May 12, 2010 natural systems that support economies, lives and livelihoods across the planet are at risk of rapid degradation and collapse, unless there is swift, radical and creative action to conserve and sustainably use the variety of life on earth. Biodiversity also supplies indirect services to humans which are often taken for granted. This third edition of global biodiversity outlook confirms that the world has failed to meet its. Cbo action and policy emphasize challenges and opportunities in rapidly urbanizing developing countries.
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