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UN Biodiversity
International Affairs
Montreal, Quebec 380,583 followers
The official account for the Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity.
About us
The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) was signed at the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in 1992 and entered into force on 29 December 1993. It is the first global agreement to cover all aspects of biological diversity: the conservation of biological diversity, the sustainable use of its components and the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from the use of genetic resources. The Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity (SCBD), based in Montreal, Canada, was established to support the goals of the Convention. Its primary functions are to organize meetings, prepare reports, assist member governments in the implementation of the various programmes of work, coordinate with other international organizations and collect and disseminate information.
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http://www.cbd.int
External link for UN Biodiversity
- Industry
- International Affairs
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Montreal, Quebec
- Type
- Nonprofit
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- 1992
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413, Saint Jacques Street
Suite 800
Montreal, Quebec H2Y 1N9, CA
Employees at UN Biodiversity
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UN Biodiversity reposted this
It was an honour to have the opportunity to address the SDG 6 and Water Action Agenda Special Event at the #HLPF. The implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (#BiodiversityPlan) by all UN Biodiversity Parties is a high priority & will contribute to the UN System-wide Strategy for Water & Sanitation.
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UN Biodiversity reposted this
Great to participate in the United Nations Water’s Principals Meeting at the #HLPF today. We, in UN Biodiversity, see today’s launch of the UN System-wide Strategy for Water and Sanitation as an important step forward, and are delighted to see that it is aligned with the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (#BiodiversityPlan).
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UN Biodiversity reposted this
Pleasure to meet with Haoliang Xu, Associate Administrator of UNDP, at the #HLPF. With #COP16Colombia approaching, I look forward to working closely with UNDP through its #NaturePledge, which is supporting action to meet the goals and targets of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (#BiodiversityPlan).
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UN Biodiversity reposted this
Great to meet Meike van Ginneken, Dutch Special Envoy for International Water Affairs. It was a pleasure to hear about the importance of water to the Netherlands, and to talk about #COP16Colombia.
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#DYK that soil is home to two-thirds of life on Earth? 🌍 With 59% of the planet's #biodiversity residing in soil, it's crucial to understand its importance. Discover more fascinating facts about #soil and its vital role in sustaining life. via World Economic Forum
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UN Biodiversity reposted this
Ms. Astrid Schomaker, Executive Secretary of the Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity UN Biodiversity, at the launch of the United Nations System-wide Strategy for Water and Sanitation. https://lnkd.in/evsQwtAd #SDG6 #HLPF #HLPF2024 #WaterAction #SDG6SpecialEvent
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Plastic waste negatively impacts the marine environment in many ways. 🌊 Learn about the importance of keeping plastic out of our oceans in this infographic from GRID-Arendal.
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UN Biodiversity reposted this
It was a great pleasure to meet with Astrid Schomaker, the new UN Biodiversity Executive Secretary, with UNDP Associate Administrator Haoliang Xu, to discuss our #NaturePledge, the importance of a value shift #ForNature, our Nature-Climate nexus offer and the upcoming #COP16. We are committed to supporting countries in implementing the #BiodiversityPlan!
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🌍 Discover the fascinating phenomenon of "flying rivers" in the Amazon! This natural water cycle plays a crucial role in Latin America's 670 million people, as well as the region’s unique biodiversity. 🌳 Dive into the details and learn how we can safeguard this essential #ecosystem. via World Economic Forum
What are the Amazon's 'flying rivers’ – and how does deforestation affect them?
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