About IUCN | IUCN
WEBIUCN is a membership-based organisation that brings together governments, civil society and experts to advance nature conservation and sustainable development. Learn about IUCN's history, governance, work, resources and vision.
Invasive Alien Species - IUCN
WEBJul 3, 2024 · Learn how invasive alien species are one of the biggest drivers of biodiversity loss and species extinctions, and how IUCN works to prevent and manage their impacts. Find news, resources, data and guidelines on invasive alien …
Both African elephant species endangered and critically …
WEBMar 25, 2021 · The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™ lists the African forest elephant as Critically Endangered and the African savanna elephant as Endangered, based on population declines due to poaching and habitat loss. The assessments also highlight the impact of conservation efforts and the need for more …
The plastic pollution crisis - Story - IUCN
WEBPlastic pollution is one of the most serious threats to the environment and human health, as it persists in the ocean and food chain for hundreds of years. Learn about the causes, effects and actions to reduce plastic waste, and how the Mediterranean Sea is a global hotspot for marine litter.
Effective protected areas - IUCN
WEBSep 16, 2024 · IUCN defines a protected area as a clearly defined geographical space, recognised, dedicated and managed, to achieve the long term conservation of nature with associated ecosystem services and cultural values. IUCN works to establish best practices and standards for effective and equitable protected areas, and to promote solutions for sustainable development.
Ocean acidification - IUCN
WEBJun 7, 2021 · Learn about the effects of CO2 emissions on the oceans' chemistry and ecosystems, and how IUCN works to raise awareness and promote action on this global issue. Find resources, policy advice, regional workshops and stories on ocean acidification.
WEBThe IUCN Red List is the world’s most comprehensive information source on the conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. It shows that 25% of mammals, 33% of reef-building corals, 41% of amphibians and 63% of …
Human activity devastating marine species from mammals to …
WEBDec 9, 2022 · The IUCN Red List update reveals the devastating impacts of human activity on marine life, including illegal and unsustainable fishing, pollution, climate change and disease. It highlights the plight of dugongs, abalones and pillar corals, among others, and calls for urgent action to address the linked climate and biodiversity crises.
Solutions for water management challenges - IUCN
WEBJun 30, 2021 · Find solutions for water management challenges from various providers and filter by challenge, solution type and geography. Match is a free online tool that promotes technologies and nature-based solutions for sustainable development goals.
UN Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) - IUCN
WEBIUCN is a leading provider of biodiversity knowledge and policy advice for the CBD, the treaty closest to its heartland. Learn about IUCN's involvement in the CBD process, its position papers, its conservation tools and its resources for the post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework.