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Environment

Over the last 20 years, countries have been acting locally and collectively as an international community to ensure that the conservation and sustainable use of the environment leads to sustainable growth, helping to lift people out of poverty permanently.

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immersive story | biodiversity

investing in nature pays off

Healthy ecosystems provide a lifeline to the poorest. Read a story of two farmers in Ethiopia.

feature story | blue economy

Investing in the Future of Belize

Did you know that it’s possible to plant back coral reefs? Meet the amazing people conserving the coral reefs in Belize.

blog | Latin America & Caribbean

Guardian of the Amazon

These women are key to the care of flora and fauna in Colombia.

Environment At-A-Glance

The sustainable management of the environment and natural resources is vital for economic growth and human wellbeing. When managed well, renewable natural resources, watersheds, productive landscapes and seascapes can provide the foundation for sustained inclusive growth, food security and pover...

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Mozambique Conservation Areas for Biodiversity and Development Project (Mozbio-2)

The project aims to improve management of target conservation area landscapes and enhance the living conditions of communities in and around these conservation areas.

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