Ecosystems

COP16 trends show new pathways for global biodiversity action

Feature / Key COP16 biodiversity trends spotlight fresh pathways for global action, advancing commitments under the Global Biodiversity Framework.

31 October 2024 / About Bioeconomy, Ecosystems, Sustainable lifestyles and Water resources

Aerial view of the seashore and discharges of dirty industrial water. Water pollution

Driving resilience: mobilizing finance for climate and biodiversity amid geopolitical tensions

Past event / This webinar explores how to mobilize finance uphold ambitious climate and biodiversity initiatives amidst geopolitical challenges.

16 October 2024 / About Climate policy, Ecosystems, Finance and Geopolitics

Frailejones shrubs dot the foreground in a muted green grassland, while a large body of water spreads at the feet of some mountains in the background at El Angel Ecological Reserve in northern Ecuador

From gray to green: finding common cause for people and planet

Past event / This virtual New York Climate Week event explores on-the-ground trade-offs and solutions with SEI experts that benefit climate and biodiversity alike.

27 September 2024 / About Adaptation, Ecosystems, Food and agriculture, Household energy, Public policy and Water resources

A scenic view of a sunny plaza in Cali, Colombia, with lush green trees, colourful flowers, and the towering Farallones de Cali mountains in the background. The plaza is framed by a tall modern building, and a few pedestrians are strolling.

Our guide to the UN Biodiversity Conference (CBD COP16)

Feature / Jonathan Green explains why the conference is crucial for tackling the global biodiversity crisis and what to expect from this landmark event.

26 September 2024 / About Ecosystems, Participation and Public policy

A vibrant swallowtail butterfly delicately perched on a cluster of colourful flowers.

Bioeconomy for climate resilient development

Past event / Join SEI Africa to discuss the bioeconomy’s potential in advancing biodiversity, climate resilience and sustainable development.

03 October 2024 / About Adaptation, Bioeconomy, Climate policy and Ecosystems

A group of people engaged in a discussion around a table during a wetland conservation training. Participants, including men and women of various ages, are gathered closely, with one person writing on a large sheet of paper placed in the centre.

Community action plans improve wetland management in the upper Chindwin Basin in Myanmar

Perspective / SEI is working with local communities in the wetlands of Myanmar’s Upper Chindwin Basin to promote biodiversity conservation and resource management.

13 September 2024 / About Adaptation, Ecosystems and Water resources

Balancing act: applying the Water-Energy-Food Nexus to promote ecosystem-based adaptation in the Ewaso Ng’iro North Catchment, Kenya

Feature / Read about SEI Africa's impactful work in promoting Ecosystem based Adaptation in the Ewaso Ng'iro North Catchment, Kenya

1 August 2024 / About Adaptation, Ecosystems, Mitigation, Planning and modelling, Public policy, Sustainable lifestyles and Water-energy-food nexus

Looking up the trunk of a tall tree, showcasing its textured bark and branches with lush green leaves against a clear blue sky.

The role of forests for a climate-resilient bioeconomy: reflections from IUFRO 2024

Perspective / Francis X. Johnson provides a brief analysis of key themes and gaps in forest research from the IUFRO Congress 2024.

5 July 2024 / About Bioeconomy, Climate policy, Ecosystems and Forests

A photo of an empty road curving off into the distance with mostly pine forest to either side, taken from the side of the in front of a

Echoes of Sápmi: reflections on land, culture and conservation

Feature / Annette Löf and Andrew Butler share insights from the unique region of Sápmi highlighting the intricate connections between land, culture and development

5 July 2024 / About Ecosystems, Forests and Land use