Ecosystem diversity and policy aims to protect and conserve the variety of ecosystems and the species they support.

The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) is the primary international agreement that sets out a comprehensive framework for biodiversity conservation.

Ecosystem services refer to the various benefits that humans obtain from ecosystems, such as clean air, water, food, and pollination.

Bottom-up conservation involves actively engaging local communities in conservation initiatives, recognizing their knowledge and rights.

Protected areas are designated to safeguard ecosystems and their biodiversity, ensuring their long-term conservation.

Restoration involves actively restoring degraded ecosystems to their original or desired state through various techniques.

Ecosystem diversity contributes to human well-being by providing aesthetic value, ensuring a stable climate, supporting food production, and offering various other benefits.

UNEP is responsible for promoting sustainable use of ecosystems and coordinating environmental activities within the UN system.

Sustainable management involves managing ecosystems in a way that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

Forests are known for their high biodiversity and provide crucial services such as water purification, carbon sequestration, and habitat for numerous species.

The Ramsar Convention aims to protect wetlands and their biodiversity by promoting their conservation and wise use.

Biodiversity management involves actively managing ecosystems to maintain or enhance the diversity of species and ecosystems.

CITES aims to protect endangered species from overexploitation through international cooperation and regulation of wildlife trade.

Grasslands are highly productive ecosystems that provide a substantial portion of the world's food supply through grazing and agriculture.

Mitigation involves reducing or eliminating the negative impacts of human activities on ecosystems, such as pollution, habitat destruction, and climate change.