BioDiversity E Cafe : Conservation of Biodiversity (Campaign) (Free Report)by Kushal Naharki | 19-05-2020 10:10 |
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 Biodiversity E Cafe May 19th: Conservation of Biodiversity After we understand the causes, our next step is to take action - let us raise awareness on the protected areas which act as habitats for animals. Introduction: The wider landscape and seascape managed appropriately constitute an important stock of natural, cultural and social capital, yielding flows of economically valuable goods and services that benefit society, secure livelihoods, and contribute to the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals. Resources: Check out our Neighborhood¡¯s Biodiversity Map: https:// tunza.eco-generation.org/biodiversity/ index.jsp Video: How to organize #BiodiversityDay in your country - One person can make a difference! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rPqd3rxtwMQ Did you know? World Environment Day is celebrated on 5th June and theme of this year is ¡°Biodiversity.¡± Saying: ¡°People¡¯s lives depend on biodiversity in ways that are not always apparent or appreciated. Human health ultimately depends on ecosystem services: the availability of fresh water, fuel, food sources.¡± - Elizabeth Maruma Mrema, the acting executive secretary of the UN Convention on Biological Diversity Fact on Conservation of Biodiversity: The Report finds that around 1 million animal and plant species are now threatened with extinction, many within decades, more than ever before in human history. The average abundance of native species in most major land-based habitats has fallen by at least 20%, mostly since 1900. Agriculture Biodiversity: Biodiversity and agriculture are strongly interrelated because while biodiversity is critical for agriculture, agriculture can also contribute to conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity. Indeed, sustainable agriculture both promotes and is enhanced by biodiversity. Maintenance of this biodiversity is essential for the sustainable production of food and other agricultural products and the benefits these provide to humanity, including food security, nutrition and livelihoods. Breeding drought, salt and disease resistant plant varieties, livestock breeds and fish will become important to ensure food security in the advance of climate change. Climate Change and Biodiversity: Climate change is likely to become one of the most significant drivers of biodiversity loss by the end of the century. Current global warming is already affecting species and ecosystems around the world, particularly the most vulnerable ecosystems such as coral reefs, mountains and polar ecosystems. Furthermore, it has impacts on the ecosystem services on which people¡¯s livelihoods depend, such as rainfall and soil fertility which are essential to agricultural production. Human, animal and plant health are affected through increased transmission of vector-borne diseases. Biodiversity and healthy ecosystems are also an important resource for increasing resilience and reducing the risks and damages associated with negative impacts of climate change. References: #BiodiversityEcafe #Campaign #Quarantine #TunzaEcoGeneration #RegionalAmbassador |
