National Solutions for implementing the Global Biodiversity Framework

As the world unites under the theme "Peace with Nature" at the 2024 UN Biodiversity Conference, this compilation highlights national efforts to implement the Global Biodiversity Framework. Featuring innovative solutions from countries like China, Brazil, and Kenya, these examples demonstrate how nations are translating global biodiversity goals into actionable strategies. From establishing policy frameworks for Forest Landscape Restoration to advancing biodiversity conservation and sustainable development, these initiatives showcase the pivotal role of national action in achieving global biodiversity targets and fostering a sustainable future.

Project Management Office of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region
North and Central Asia
Developing and Implementing the National Framework on Access to and Benefit Sharing of Genetic Resources and Associated Traditional Knowledge
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Andrea
Egan
Improve the construction of the access and benefit-sharing system for biogenetic resources
Promote the implementation of benefit-sharing policy
Conduct a baseline survey on biological genetic resources and related traditional knowledge
Protect biogenetic resources and related traditional knowledge
Promote benefit-sharing between enterprises and local communities/residents
Holding activities to build capability and improve awareness
IUCN
West and Central Africa
Strengthening national and county level policy and regulatory frameworks to support forest and landscape restoration in Kenya
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Adriana
Vidal, IUCN
Developing a Forest and Landscape Restoration (FLR) Implementation Action Plan and Monitoring Framework
Facilitating the Integration of Natural Resource Management and FLR Policies at the County and Local Levels
Developing a Policy Framework for the Sustainable Commercialization of Non-Timber Forest Products and Services
Nagaland State Biodiversity Board
South Asia
Strategizing Biodiversity Action Plan to National Biodiversity Targets, Sustainable Development Goals and Aichi Targets Framework
Supongnukshi
Ao
Involvement of interdisciplinary working groups/ different stakeholders
Alignment with Sustainable Development Goals, Aichi Targets and National Biodiversity targets
Identification of various agencies for implementation
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North America
Santa Monica Biodiversity Rights
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Darlene May
Lee
Legal recognition of nature’s inherent rights through Earth Law
Right of humans to a healthy environment
IUCN
East Asia
Establishing a Policy Framework Facilitating Forest Landscape Restoration and Sustainable Forest Management in China's State Forest Farms
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Adriana
Vidal, IUCN
Ensuring national and subnational forestry policymakers are equipped with information and tools to integrate forest and landscape restoration as a cornerstone of SFFs management
Supporting goals of reform and technical tools upgrades in SFFs’ governance structures
Kimheang Tuon/UNDP Cambodia
Southeast Asia
Developing a Comprehensive Framework for Practical Implementation of the Nagoya Protocol
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Andrea
Egan
Valuing traditional knowledge
Trainings designed to build capacity and awareness among the various stakeholders
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South America
Impact Investments for the Sustainable Use of Biodiversity in Peru (BioInvest)
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Anna
Klaverkamp
Bridging the Gap between Enterprises and Investors
Optimisation of the Public Financing Instrument
Green Financial Instruments with Microfinance Institutions
Wildlife Conservation Unit (WCU)
Oceania
The conservation and protection of seabirds in Kiritimati Island.
Mika
Bita
Development of an integrated management strategy and action plan for the protected areas and conservation of seabirds and their habitat on Kiribati Island.
Capacity building of Wildlife Rangers on the enforcement procedures, monitoring of seabirds, and invasive species eradication.
Michael Gajo, GIZ
Adaptation to Climate Change in Morocco by Protecting Genetic Resources and Retaining their Fair Use
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Prinz, Prof. Dr.
Alexander Kozulin
East Europe
Belarus’ model for restoration of temperate peatlands
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Maxim
Vergeichik
Restoration Know-How
Demonstrating restoration in-situ
Resolving the future of all peatlands in Belarus.
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East and South Africa
Namibian Bush Biomass: An Ecosystem Restoration Solution
Johannes
Laufs
Enabling Environment & Sector Coordination
Status Quo Assessment and Management Plan
Identification of Value Addition Opportunities
Continuous Aftercare
EWT
East and South Africa
West and South Europe
The National Biodiversity & Business Network and the Biodiversity Disclosure Project
Megan
Murison
Gisela Paredes-Leguizamón
Sudamérica
Integración áreas protegidas en políticas públicas, instrumentos y ordenamiento territorial: estrategia para la gobernanza, gestión de conflictos, desarrollo y reconciliación con la naturaleza
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Gisela
Paredes Leguizamón
Sinergia y complementariedad entre enfoques fundamento gestión territorial efectiva de la biodiversidad
Biodiversidad en instrumentos de ordenamiento territorial
IUCN
West and Central Africa
Strengthening the FLR Policy Landscape in Cameroon
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Adriana
Vidal, IUCN
Identifying high-priority restoration opportunities and interventions through participatory ROAM processes
Reviewing policies and plans supporting the restoration of degraded lands
Uptake and integration of policy recommendations
IUCN
West and Central Africa
Enhancing National Commitment to FLR and Establishing a Conducive Policy Framework for Restoration and Sustainable Forest Management in Sao Tome and Principe
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Adriana
Vidal, IUCN
Creating an Operational National Platform for Forest Landscape Restoration to Support and Steer FLR
Empowering the Production of the National Forest and Landscape Restoration Plan to Inform and Guide Forest Management, Conservation, and Restoration Initiatives
Producing FLR Policy Improvement Recommendations Based on Gap Analysis of FLR Policies, Laws, and Regulations