Nature Conservation

The first nature conservation sub-pillar, land conservation, focuses on protecting and sustainably managing terrestrial ecosystems, including forests, grasslands, and wetlands. Conserving land prevents habitat loss, supports biodiversity, and safeguards carbon sinks critical for climate stability. Key strategies include protected areas, sustainable land use, and restoration of degraded landscapes. Collaboration among governments, NGOs, Indigenous peoples, and local communities, combined with legal protections and incentives, ensures long-term ecosystem health and resilience.

The second sub-pillar of nature conservation, ocean conservation, is the protection and sustainable management of marine areas and species, from coastal ecosystems to deep ocean habitats. It combats climate change by safeguarding carbon sinks such as mangroves, seagrass, and coral reefs, which absorb CO₂ while supporting biodiversity, food security, and global climate regulation. Key strategies include marine protected areas (MPAs), sustainable fishing, and pollution control to preserve habitats and maintain healthy ecosystems. Success requires collaboration among governments, NGOs, local communities, and international organizations.

The third nature conservation sub-pillar, ecosystem restoration, supports the recovery of degraded ecosystems through reforestation, habitat regeneration, and rewilding keystone species. Restoration enhances carbon sequestration, water regulation, biodiversity, and climate resilience. Effective strategies include planting native vegetation, managing invasive species, and reintroducing keystone species, supported by community engagement and collaboration among governments, NGOs, and local groups. Legal protections and incentives can drive large-scale restoration, ensuring long-term ecosystem health and climate benefits.

The fourth nature conservation sub-pillar, wildlife connectivity, focuses on creating and maintaining ecological corridors that allow species to move freely across terrestrial and aquatic habitats. These corridors support migration, genetic diversity, and species survival, strengthening biodiversity and climate resilience. Achieving connectivity requires protecting habitats, restoring fragmented landscapes, and integrating wildlife needs into land-use planning and infrastructure. Collaboration among governments, communities, and conservation groups, supported by policies, monitoring, and research, ensures effective long-term connectivity.