HORIZON SCAN

Biodiversity & Natural Resources

HORIZON SCAN

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Rory Canavan Associate rory.canavan@

David Feitschinger Ecologist david.feitschinger@

This project was supported by Arup Foresight, Research and Innovation. References and source materials are available on request.

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Biodiversity & Natural Resources

HORIZON SCAN

CONTENTS:

Habitat Biodiversity Agriculture & Resources Pollution Climate Emergency

Biodiversity & Natural Resources

HORIZON SCAN

Biodiversity is the variety of life on earth in all its forms. It is the key resource upon which all communities and future generations depend, and it underpins the health of the planet. Human activities are causing a catastrophic decline in biodiversity, which is endangering food supply, clean water, energy systems, economies, and livelihoods for billions of people worldwide. The interrelationship between climate change, biodiversity loss and human wellbeing is indisputable. Climate change has been identified as a primary driver of biodiversity loss whilst the loss of biodiversity also contributes to climate change. The climate crisis and biodiversity loss are inseparable issues.

The Biodiversity & Natural Resources Horizon Scan cards highlight key issues around five interconnected themes: Habitat, Biodiversity, Agriculture & Resources, Pollution and the Climate Crisis. The cards aim to raise understanding and communication of the value of nature to global systems. The purpose of horizon scanning is not about predicting the future, it is about creating awareness, changing mind sets, challenging assumptions and fostering innovation. The card themes are aligned with both the Aichi Biodiversity Targets and the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, emphasising the urgency of action and the critical role of resilient ecosystems.

United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals

The UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were adopted by all 193 UN member states in 2015. They outline a shared ambition for peace and prosperity for all people and the world we live in. Whilst each goal focuses on resolving specific issues by 2030, they recognise that achieving sustainable development relies on strategies that tackle several issues at the same time.

The natural world provides essential goods and services that support all aspects of society. Progress towards achieving the SDGs is dependent on conserving biodiversity and limiting climate change. To accomplish the 2030 agenda, there is an urgent requirement to halt both biodiversity loss and climate change.

Related SDGs are represented on the cards in this pack, using the following key:

SDG: 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17

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