Biodiversity conservation | Knowledge for policy

Biodiversity Knowledge Centre

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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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