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  1. What are biodiversity hotspots and why do they matter?

    Sep 5, 2023 · There are 36 biodiversity hotspots in the world. These unique ecosystems must be protected at all costs, say experts, if we are to safeguard our future.

  2. What Are Biodiversity Hotspots and Why Do They Matter?

    What are biodiversity hotspots and why do they matter? Earth is home to 1.2 million known species of plants and animals. But they aren’t evenly distributed. Conservationists have identified 36 …

  3. World Environment Day 2024: 17 megadiverse countries | World …

    Jun 4, 2024 · There are 17 megadiverse countries – nations with extreme biodiversity. The World Economic Forum’s Nature Action Agenda calls for public- and private-sector collaboration to stop …

  4. What is forest biodiversity and why does it matter?

    Mar 3, 2021 · The theme is focused on forest biodiversity - a forest's many life forms and ecological roles. The observance this year is a reminder of the critical impact forests have in our lives.

  5. Global Risks Report 2025: Conflict, Environment and Disinformation …

    Jan 15, 2025 · State-based armed conflict emerges as the top immediate risk for 2025, identified by nearly a quarter of respondents, reflecting heightened geopolitical tensions and fragmentation …

  6. These areas of the ocean need protecting to support biodiversity ...

    May 26, 2020 · The research comes at a critical time for the future of the ocean — and the high seas, specifically. A new United Nations treaty to protect and conserve biodiversity in the high seas is …

  7. How rising global temperatures impact the tourism industry | World ...

    Aug 14, 2023 · Tourism is crucial to many economies, but rising global temperatures are putting several holiday hotspots at risk.

  8. Is natural capital the key to resilience and stability?

    Jun 16, 2025 · Natural capital is vital infrastructure. Investing in nature boosts resilience, stability and prosperity amid climate, economic and geopolitical risks.

  9. Biodiversity loss threatens the economic future of sub-tropical ...

    May 21, 2025 · Finance underpins the drivers of biodiversity loss, as the connection between ambition and implementation across supply chains and restoration. Working in partnership with nature – …

  10. 5 reasons why biodiversity matters - The World Economic Forum

    May 22, 2020 · Biodiversity is critically important to human health, economies and livelihoods. Humans have caused the loss of 83% of all wild animals and half of all plants. To mark the International Day …