IUCN, the International Union for Conservation of Nature

Healthy ecosystems produce goods and services that provide security for people and potential for economic development. These include fresh water, agricultural productivity, fisheries, energy and protection from natural hazards. But as human activity degrades the environment and biodiversity, these goods and services decline, hampering economic and social development and leaving marginalized people more vulnerable. Learn more

IUCN works to help communities and governments better manage their ecosystems in an effort to achieve sustainable development and improve human well-being. This requires taking a holistic view of any landscape or seascape - the interactions between its natural, social and economic characteristics. It also means working with the various stakeholders including government, industry and local communities to develop local solutions that are sustainable and equitable. Learn more