Conservation

Why it matters

• Maintains ecological balance and essential ecosystem services like carbon sequestration, water purification, and soil fertility.
• Safeguards genetic diversity, which is critical for resilience against climate change and the development of agricultural and pharmaceutical resources.
• Supports the livelihoods of indigenous and local communities whose economic and cultural survival is intrinsically linked to natural habitats.
• Mitigates the impacts of climate change by preserving natural carbon sinks and reducing the risk of environmental disasters.

How it is asked

Focus on the shift from exclusionary protectionism to community-based and participatory conservation models, the legal framework governing protected areas, and the integration of conservation objectives with sustainable development goals.