by ACC Admin | May 25, 2023 | 2023, More In-depth, Policy Document, Resources
On 14 April 2023, the CBD Secretariat issued a call for contributions on “Biodiversity and climate” to inform the process that guides the future work of the CBD. The GRA Secretariat prepared the below paper that was submitted on 25 May 2023 and co- signed by 12... by ACC Admin | Apr 19, 2023 | 2023, Introductory, Press Article, Resources
What do elephants, otters and whales have in common? They all increase the amount of carbon that can be stored in their ecosystems. Elephants disperse seeds and trample low vegetation, enabling taller trees to grow. Sea otters eat sea urchins, allowing kelp to... by ACC Admin | Apr 16, 2023 | 2023, Introductory, Press Article, Resources
Restoration and conservation of wild animals and their ecosystem roles are a key component of natural climate solutions that can enhance the ability to reduce climate warming beyond 1.5°C American Bison (Bison bison) in Badlands National Park, South Dakota. (Credit:... by ACC Admin | Apr 7, 2023 | 2023, Peer Reviewed Scientific Paper, Resources, Technical / Scientific
Animating the Carbon Cycle: How Wildlife Conservation Can Be a Key to Mitigate Climate Change Oswald J. Schmitz & Magnus Sylvén Arresting climate change is among the most formidable global challenges facing humankind today. The 1.5–2 °C or more rise in mean global... by ACC Admin | Mar 31, 2023 | 2023, Introductory, Press Article, Resources
Why bringing back elephants, sharks and other big beasts could be surprisingly useful in the race to bring down emissions When it comes to climate solutions, your first thought may not be the wildebeest. But in the Serengeti, these antelopes are the key to carbon...