In December 2021, the European Commission (EC) will release a regulatory proposal to minimise the European Union’s (EU) deforestation and forest degradation footprint. A new joint briefing paper by Fair Trade Advocacy Office, Solidaridad, Fern, IUCN NL and Tropenbos International outlines how the EC can ensure deforestation-free supply chains and at the same time recognise the rights, roles and... More information
Tropical rainforests are under immense pressure. In the Forests for a Just Future programme of the Green Livelihoods Alliance, IUCN NL contributes to more sustainable and inclusive governance of tropical forests, in a way that promotes climate mitigation, water provisioning, biodiversity and human rights and that safeguards the livelihoods of Indigenous peoples and local communities (IP&LCs). More information
The Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo is one of the most biodiverse areas of flora and fauna in the world. However, the area in and around the park is also under pressure due to conflict, armed rebels, illegal activities and population growth. IUCN NL partner organization IDPE identified that a beekeeping cooperative and professional support have the potential to reduce def... More information
Marseille, France, 4 September 2021 (IUCN) – Four commercially-fished tuna species are on the path to recovery thanks to the enforcement of regional fishing quotas over the last decade, according to today’s update of the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™ released at the IUCN World Conservation Congress in Marseille. However, the recovery comes in the midst of growing pressures on marine s... More information
Without vital soil we cannot achieve the climate and biodiversity targets The health of Dutch soil is under severe pressure. The soil life is in poor condition due to intensive land use and the addition of harmful substances. However, a rich soil life is essential for many soil functions, such as retaining and purifying water, carbon storage, natural pest management and recycling nutrients. Withou... More information
In 2018, the Indonesian government issued a Palm Oil Moratorium. The moratorium is ending September 2021. Sawit Watch, IUCN NL partner in Indonesia and the lead CSO in Indonesia concerning palm oil issues, in collaboration with other Indonesian CSOs is calling upon the Indonesian government to extend the current moratorium. This call is substantiated by an assessment of the strategic opportunities... More information
From 3 to 10 September 2021, the IUCN World Conservation Congress will take place. The Congress brings together the global nature conservation community and allows civil society organisations to share their work and knowledge. At the IUCN Congress Exhibition (4 to 9 September), IUCN NL will open its own Pavilion, where Dutch IUCN members and our partner organisations will present their work. Heade... More information
The new European Soy Monitor, published this week by IDH, shows that in 2019, 25% of European soybean meal use in the animal feed sector was certified deforestation-free, physical or by means of covering soy use by credits. Header photo by Julio César García via Pixabay The European Soy Monitor provides an overview of the current soy statistics and the state of relevant initiatives in pro... More information
In central and northern Ghana, we work with local partner organisations on landscape restoration by planting new seedlings and stimulating natural recovery. In the vast landscape, drones are helping to monitor whether the planted trees and spontaneously emerged vegetation are growing properly, and whether they are safe from threats such as fire, drought and grazing cattle. Header photo: shea seedl... More information
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