biodiversity
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The Morrison Government’s Net-Zero Plan Will Likely Fail on These 6 Crucial Counts
The Morrison government’s recent plan to reach net-zero emissions by 2050 has been widely criticised by scientists, environmental organisations, journalists, politicians and more. Critics say the plan fails to deliver on its ambitions, including weaknesses in cuts to fossil fuel extraction and an absence of legislation to drive reforms. But does it deserve such widespread…
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Humans Have Destroyed 97% Of Earth’s Ecosystems
Only 3% of land on Earth still qualifies as “ecologically intact,” with undisturbed habitats and healthy populations of its original animal species, grim new research shows.
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12 New Studies Show How Close Insects Are to Extinction
I do not like bugs. Creepy, many-legged things make my skin crawl. But as unpleasant as they are, insects are absolutely crucial for our world’s ecosystems to function, and sadly, new research shows that the creatures populations are on the verge of collapse.
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Biodiversity: Where the World is Making Progress and Where It’s Not
The future of biodiversity hangs in the balance. World leaders are gathering to review international targets and make new pledges for action to stem wildlife declines. Depending on whether you are a glass half-full or half-empty person, you’re likely to have different views on their progress so far. More than 175 countries agreed to 20…