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SDG 15: Life on Land
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Biodiversity
Sir David Attenborough has just joined Instagram – and already broken a world record
Sir David Attenborough is bringing his urgent message on protecting bioodiversity and wider sustainability/ environmental issues to a new medium – Instagram.
Biodiversity
Humans destroyed an ecosystem the size of Mexico in just 13 years
Between the years 2000 and 2013, 1.9 million square kilometers of undisturbed ecosystems have been lost, according to a study.
SDG 15: Life on Land
The four most promising worlds for alien life in our solar system
Within our solar system, the four most likely planets to sustain life based on their environment, include Mars, Europa, Enceladus and Titan.
SDI2020
How to Save the Planet: What are the challenges in making the planet more sustainable?
To meet the SDGs' environmental targets and build back better after COVID-19, we must invest in climate solutions and making cities and infrastructure more sustainable.
Biodiversity
Wildlife populations have plummeted by two-thirds in 50 years
Since 1970, populations of mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles and fish have shrunk by 68%, mainly due to farming and the wildlife trade, says WWF.
Biodiversity
This is how 5 ‘extinct’ animals came back to life
One million species of animal and plant could disappear forever, according to the United Nations, with loss of habitat remaining a significant threat.
Migration
Scientists around the world are already fighting the next pandemic
Improving water, sanitation, and hygiene practice – a practice known as WASH – is vital in reducing the spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in developing countries.
Forests
Deforestation can't be stopped by voluntary action alone
Half of tropical deforestation is illegal, and it won't be stopped by voluntary measures alone.
Climate Change
5 climate lessons to learn from the past
At a time of crisis for nature, we need to change the rules of the game that fuel our unchecked pursuit of growth and ever-increasing material consumption.
Future of Food
50% of all land in the world is used to produce food
While livestock takes up 77% of the world’s agricultural land, it only produces 18% of the world’s calories and 37% of total protein.
Role of Religion
How religions shape the environmental movement in Indonesia
From eco-friendly “Green Mosques” and “Green Churches” using renewable energy and encouraging conservation, to Hindu and Buddhist tree-planting and recycling initiatives.
Environment and Natural Resource Security
This species of bird is benefiting from the effects of climate change
If climate trends continue as projected, the influence of local climate and climate change will likely overtake land use as the most important factor influencing bird populations.