Experts gathered to discuss latest advances in ecosystem accounting
Posted by: Provita in Forum - July 25, 2018, 10:30 a.m.
The latest methodological and technical advances in regards to ecosystem accounting were shared during the UN´s 2018 Forum of Experts in Experimental Ecosystem Accounting in Long Island, New York.
Where the poles come together - POLAR 2018
Posted by: Provita in Conference - July 13, 2018, 12:28 p.m.
The latest research regarding both the north and south poles and high altitude ecosystems was shared publicly by leading experts during this year’s Polar 2018 conference in Davos, Switzerland.
2018 World Day to Combat Desertification: “Land has true value – Invest in it”
Posted by: Provita in Convention, UNCCD - July 4, 2018, 1:30 p.m.
Land degradation leads to general decline in biodiversity and ecosystem services. IUCN works in favor of stronger understanding in regards to sustainable land management’s potential when addressing land degradation.
Peatlands: A little known natural treasure
Posted by: Provita in Planeta Tierra - June 25, 2018, 12:57 p.m.
Peatlands are among the world’s most neglected natural treasures. Yet these waterlogged ecosystems are crucial to our survival —they are among the most important carbon reservoirs on the planet.
Assessing ecosystem collapse risk of fringe mangroves in ecosystems dominated by foundation species
Posted by: Provita in Publications, RLE - June 15, 2018, 1:25 p.m.
This study investigates the robustness and adequacy of the IUCN Red List of Ecosystems (RLE)’s approach when performing risk assessments using a fringe mangrove ecosystem as a case study, as well as the identification of ecosystems which are more vulnerable to global environmental change.