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Biodiversity

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Have you ever wondered:

What concrete actions can we take to conserve and enhance biodiversity?
What is the state of global and European biodiversity conservation?
How are EU policies addressing biodiversity conservation, both directly and indirectly?

Find out by navigating our sections under "Explore further" below!

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Brief me on biodiversity conservation

Introduction to biodiversity conservation

EU action on biodiversity conservation

EU policies and projects relevant for biodiversity conservation.

Publications on biodiversity conservation

This is a partial list of EU, UN and other publications relevant for biodiversity conservation.

Resources on biodiversity conservation

This is a partial list of useful resources for further information on biodiversity conservation.

News and events on biodiversity conservation

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NEWS | 05 Mar 2026

Ocean health in focus as nominations open for UNEP’s 2026 Champions of the Earth Award

The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) has opened nominations for the 2026 Champions of the Earth award - the UN’s highest environmental honour - this year focusing on leaders...

NEWS | 04 Mar 2026

Why medicinal plants matter on World Wildlife Day

Ahead of World Wildlife Day, marked annually on 3 March, we’re delving into why medicinal plants matter.

EVENT | 04 Mar 2026

World Wildlife Day (WWD) 2026

The WWD 2026 Theme is Medicinal and Aromatic Plants: Conserving Health, Heritage and Livelihoods. Find out more here.