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UN Environment Programme World Conservation Monitoring Centre (UNEP-WCMC) and IUCN released Protected Planet Report 2024

Posted 06 Nov 2024

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It is first report to assess global status of Protected and Conserved Areas (PCA) in context of Target 3 of Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF). 

  • Target 3 aims to expand global network of PCA to 30% coverage in a way that is equitable and respects rights of Indigenous Peoples and Local communities (IPLC). 
  • Protected Area is geographically defined area which is regulated and managed to achieve specific conservation objectives.
  • Conserved Areas are areas outside Protected Areas that are managed to conserve biodiversity, ecosystem services, and local values.

Key findings

  • Global coverage of PCAs has reached 17.6% of terrestrial and inland waters and 8.4% of marine and coastal areas.
  • Over two-thirds of Key Biodiversity Areas are now partially or fully covered by PCAs, but 32% remain unprotected.
  • Only 8.5% of land is both protected and connected.
  • Data on effectiveness of management is limited with only 4% of protected areas are governed by IPLC.

Way ahead

  • Recognition and support to Indigenous and Traditional Territories: These territories cover 13.6% of global land and should be included in conservation efforts.
  • Provide international financing to developing countries to fund expansion of PCAs: Under GBF, countries committed to increase investment in biodiversity from all sources to atleast USD 200 billion per year by 2030.

Initiatives Promoting Protected and Conserved Areas 

  • Five types of protected areas under Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972: Sanctuaries, National Parks, Conservation Reserves, Community Reserves, and Tiger Reserves.
  • Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Agreement: Signed by India to protect ocean life.
  • Climate Adaptation and Protected Areas (CAPA) Initiative: Aims to use nature-based solutions to strengthen climate resilience and protect biodiversity in and around protected areas.
  • Tags :
  • Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework
  • Protected and Conserved Areas
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