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Journal articles on the topic "Biodiversity plan"

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McAree, Diarmuid. "The Forest Service Biodiversity Plan." Biology and Environment: Proceedings of the Royal Irish Academy 102B, no. 3 (2002): 183–84. http://dx.doi.org/10.1353/bae.2002.0018.

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Khadakkar, Suvarna. "India’s Nicobar plan threatens biodiversity." Science 385, no. 6716 (2024): 1426–27. http://dx.doi.org/10.1126/science.adr2665.

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McAree, Diarmuid. "The Forest Service Biodiversity Plan." Biology & Environment: Proceedings of the Royal Irish Academy 102, no. 3 (2002): 183–84. http://dx.doi.org/10.3318/bioe.2002.102.3.183.

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McAree, Diarmuid. "The Forest Service Biodiversity Plan." Biology and Environment: Proceedings of the Royal Irish Academy 102B, no. 3 (2002): 183–84. http://dx.doi.org/10.1353/bae.2002.a809925.

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Lees, Alexander C., and Peter Bowler. "Water: A drought plan for biodiversity." Nature 521, no. 7552 (2015): 289. http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/521289e.

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McGourty, Christine. "Biodiversity plan gets backing from NSF." Nature 340, no. 6235 (1989): 585. http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/340585a0.

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Afsar, Bekir, Kyle Eyvindson, Tuomas Rossi, Martijn Versluijs, and Otso Ovaskainen. "Prototype Biodiversity Digital Twin: Forest Biodiversity Dynamics." Research Ideas and Outcomes 10 (June 17, 2024): e125086. https://doi.org/10.3897/rio.10.e125086.

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Forests are crucial in supporting biodiversity and providing ecosystem services. Understanding forest biodiversity dynamics under different management strategies and climate change scenarios is essential for effective conservation and management. This paper introduces the Forest Biodiversity Dynamics Prototype Digital Twin (pDT), integrating forest and biodiversity models to predict the effects of management options on forest ecosystems. The primary objective is to identify optimal management strategies that promote biodiversity, focusing on conservation and adaptation to different climate con
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Raven, P. H., and E. O. Wilson. "A Fifty-Year Plan for Biodiversity Surveys." Science 258, no. 5085 (1992): 1099–100. http://dx.doi.org/10.1126/science.258.5085.1099.

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Chown, Steven L., Cassandra M. Brooks, Aleks Terauds, et al. "Antarctica and the strategic plan for biodiversity." PLOS Biology 15, no. 3 (2017): e2001656. http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pbio.2001656.

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Díaz, Sandra. "COP15 biodiversity plan risks being alarmingly diluted." Nature 612, no. 7938 (2022): 9. http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/d41586-022-04154-w.

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Dissertations / Theses on the topic "Biodiversity plan"

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Laycock, Helen Fiona. "Evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of conservation : the UK biodiversity action plan." Thesis, University of York, 2008. http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.495887.

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Burton, Hazel M. C. "Conservation ecology of biodiversity action plan listed reed beetles of the genus 'Donacia'." Thesis, University of Sussex, 2005. http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.421726.

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Mansell, Jeremy David. "Draft forest management plan for Cashmere Forest, Port Hills, Canterbury." Thesis, University of Canterbury. Forestry, 2007. http://hdl.handle.net/10092/1151.

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Cashmere Forest is currently a production forest comprised of mostly radiata pine (c.85%), Douglas fir (c.5%) and some non plantation areas. The Port Hills Park Trust Board (PHPTB) is interested in purchasing Cashmere Forest for the purpose of creating a public forest park environment where forestry, indigenous biodiversity, recreation and the environment are goals of sustainable management. For this purpose this draft forest management (DFM) plan has been prepared. The preparation of the Cashmere DFM plan comprised three main components: 1. An economic analysis of the current plantation com
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Hakim, Lamia. "Les évolutions dans les opérations de logements sociaux construits à Paris entre 2007 et 2020 face aux exigences énergétiques et environnementales." Electronic Thesis or Diss., Paris 10, 2022. http://www.theses.fr/2022PA100142.

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Dans le contexte de la lutte contre le changement climatique, la réduction de la consommation énergétique des bâtiments devient une urgence. À Paris, le secteur du bâtiment représente un enjeu important quant à cet objectif. Plusieurs décisions politiques ont été adoptées afin de réduire les consommations d’énergie et de protéger l’environnement. Parmi ces engagements, figurent le Plan Climat de la Ville de Paris et le Plan Biodiversité. L’objet de cette thèse est d’examiner les transformations que les impératifs environnementaux et les exigences énergétiques liés notamment à ces plans ont ent
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Zupan, Laure. "Au-delà des espèces, comment protéger simultanément l'histoire évolutive, le fonctionnement des écosystèmes et les services procurés par la nature." Thesis, Grenoble, 2014. http://www.theses.fr/2014GRENV063/document.

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La biodiversité est définie comme la variété et la variabilité du monde vivant sous toutes ses formes. Elle est souvent appréhendée par la richesse en espèces. Pourtant il existe d'autres « facettes » de la biodiversité (telles que la diversité phylogénétique et fonctionnelle) qui sont à considérer pour comprendre la plupart des processus évolutifs et écologiques. Aujourd'hui, la prise en compte de ces différentes facettes ainsi que les services des écosystèmes –bénéfices que les humains retirent directement des écosystèmes – sont au cœur de l'agenda européen de la conservation. Cependant pour
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Hertzberg, Jillian M. "Investigating the effects of the invasive Euonymus fortunei on populations of native species in an on campus forest and assessing campus population social value in developing a protection plan." Miami University Honors Theses / OhioLINK, 2011. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=muhonors1303763035.

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Chan, Tin-yau, and 陳天佑. "Hong Kong biodiversity museum." Thesis, The University of Hong Kong (Pokfulam, Hong Kong), 1994. http://hub.hku.hk/bib/B3198194X.

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Akhani, Hossein. "Plant biodiversity of Golestan National Park, Iran /." Linz : Biologiezentrum des OÖ. Landesmuseum, 1998. http://www.gbv.de/dms/bs/toc/246607068.pdf.

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Borg, Louise. "Ekosystemtjänster i kommunal planering." Thesis, Högskolan Väst, Avdelningen för Matematik, Data- och Lantmäteriteknik, 2018. http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:hv:diva-12765.

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År 2018 ska betydelsen av biologisk mångfald och värdet av ekosystemtjänster vara allmänt kända och integreras i ekonomiska ställningstaganden, politiska avväganden och andra beslut i samhället där så är relevant och skäligt. Så lyder ett av etappmålet som beslutades av regeringen år 2012. Idag vet vi att endast delar av målet kommer kunna nås. Denna studie omfattar en kartläggning av begreppet ekosystemtjänst i Sveriges samtliga översiktsplaner och fördjupade översiktsplaner. Vidare har en granskning av tre bostadsbyggnadsprojekt i Stockholms län genomförts, där ekosystemtjänster i planeringe
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Joyce, Christopher Brian. "Management of European floodplain grasslands for plant biodiversity." Thesis, Loughborough University, 1998. https://dspace.lboro.ac.uk/2134/6988.

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European floodplain grasslands are characterized by periodic flooding and regular management, usually cutting and grazing as part of an agricultural system. Past losses and ecological degradation have been due largely to river regulation and either agricultural intensification or abandonment and have resulted in a substantial reduction in area across Europe. Nevertheless, the remaining resource supports considerable biodiversity and a high level of biological production. A better quantitative understanding of the functioning of these grasslands is required in order to establish effective conse
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Books on the topic "Biodiversity plan"

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Agriculture, Bhutan Ministry of. Biodiversity action plan, 2009. Ministry of Agriculture, Royal Government of Bhutan, 2009.

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Agriculture, Bhutan Ministry of. Biodiversity action plan, 2009. Ministry of Agriculture, Royal Government of Bhutan, 2009.

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Partnership, Edinburgh Biodiversity. Edinburgh biodiversity action plan. Edinburgh Biodiversity Partnership, 2004.

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Uppeandra, Dhar, and G.B. Pant Institute of Himalayan Environment & Development., eds. Himalayan biodiversity: Action plan. Published for the G.B. Pant Institute of Himalayan Environment & Development by Gyanodaya Prakashan, 1997.

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Wildlife, Charnwood. Charnwood biodiversity action plan. Charnwood Wildlife, 1999.

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Team, NWT Biodiversity. Northwest Territories Biodiversity Action Plan: Major initiatives on biodiversity. Govt. of the Northwest Territories, Dept. of Resources, Wildlife and Economic Development, 2004.

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Great Britain. Department of the Environment., ed. Biodiversity: The UK action plan. Department of the Environment, 1994.

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Indonesia. Menteri Negara Perencanaan Pembangunan Nasional. and Indonesia. Badan Perencanaan Pembangunan Nasional., eds. Biodiversity action plan for Indonesia. Ministry of National Development Planning, 1993.

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Partnership, Edinburgh Biodiversity. The Edinburgh biodiversity action plan. Edinburgh Biodiversity Partnership, 2000.

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Agriculture, Bhutan Ministry of, ed. Biodiversity action plan for Bhutan. Ministry of Agriculture, Royal Govt. of Bhutan, 1998.

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Book chapters on the topic "Biodiversity plan"

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Gauthier, Benolt, Leopold Gaudreau, and Jacques Prescott. "Implementing a Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan in Quebec." In Biodiversity in Canada. University of Toronto Press, 2000. http://dx.doi.org/10.3138/9781442602373-017.

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Coates, David. "Strategic Plan for Biodiversity (2011–2020) and the Aichi Biodiversity Targets." In The Wetland Book. Springer Netherlands, 2016. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-94-007-6172-8_119-2.

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Coates, David. "Strategic Plan for Biodiversity (2011–2020) and the Aichi Biodiversity Targets." In The Wetland Book. Springer Netherlands, 2018. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-90-481-9659-3_119.

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Buschke, Falko, Toka Mosikidi, Aliza le Roux, Lefu Mofokeng, and Bram Vanschoenwinkel. "Using Local Spatial Biodiversity Plans to Meet the Sustainable Development Goals." In Sustainable Development Goals Series. Springer International Publishing, 2023. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-15773-8_4.

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AbstractThe Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) represent global development ambitions, but achieving these goals depends on local-level application. Many local governments, especially in countries with emerging economies, lack the capacity and resources to integrate SDGs into municipal planning. The feasibility of local implementation is particularly challenging in areas with rugged topography and international borders, such as the Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality, South Africa, into which the city of Phuthaditjhaba falls. Here we explore the suitability of existing spatial biodivers
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Victor, Reginald. "Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Development: A Case Study of Oman’s National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan." In Conserving Biodiversity in Arid Regions. Springer US, 2003. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4615-0375-0_35.

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van Zonneveld, Maarten, Gayle M. Volk, M. Ehsan Dulloo, et al. "Safeguarding and Using Fruit and Vegetable Biodiversity." In Science and Innovations for Food Systems Transformation. Springer International Publishing, 2023. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-15703-5_30.

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AbstractFruit and vegetable species and varieties, their wild relatives, and pollinators and other associated organisms underpin diverse food production systems and contribute to worldwide health and nutrition. This biodiversity, however, is threatened, remains poorly conserved, and is largely undocumented. Its loss leads to a narrowing of new food options, reduced variation for breeding, and yield gaps due to pollinator decline. This constrains the supply of climate-resilient and nutritious foods to the global human population and limits long-term progress towards the 2030 Sustainable Develop
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de Francesco, Maria Carla, Igino Chiuchiarelli, Ludovico Frate, Maria Laura Carranza, Tommaso Pagliani, and Angela Stanisci. "Towards new marine-coastal Natura 2000 sites in the central Adriatic Sea." In Proceedings e report. Firenze University Press, 2020. http://dx.doi.org/10.36253/978-88-5518-147-1.53.

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LIFE17 NAT/IT/000565 CALLIOPE aims to improve the coast-sea regional natural connectivity by improving the Natura 2000 Network. The main objectives are: improving the biodiversity knowledge of marine environments, testing integrated management strategies to increase the conservation of coastal-marine biodiversity and supporting the preparation of a Coastal Action Plan for the Abruzzo Region. We identified and mapped the HD-1110 here dominated by Cymodocea nodosa, the HD-1160 with the presence Zostera noltii and in correspondence of rocky environments the HD-1170.
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Barresi, Alessandra. "A Reformulation of the Planning Process in the Light of Ecosystem Services: The European Blue and Green City Project." In Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems. Springer Nature Switzerland, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-82927-7_7.

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Abstract The desire to attribute to urban planning the ability to interface with the needs and problems of the city and the contemporary territory has meant that in recent years a large part of the scientific literature and urban planning practice has been directed towards the identification of actions that can contribute to resolving the climate issue. Having scientifically ascertained the importance of biodiversity in the process of climate mitigation and adaptation, it has become urgent and indispensable to start a process of safeguarding, valorising and restoring natural ecosystems, both i
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Dudley, Nigel. "What Does the Global Biodiversity Framework Mean for Protected and Conserved Areas?" In Managing Protected Areas. Springer International Publishing, 2023. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-40783-3_2.

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AbstractThe Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF), agreed by signatory states of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in December 2022, is the latest and most ambitious plan to date to halt and reverse global biodiversity loss. Target 3 aims to conserve at least 30% of land, inland water and marine ecosystems in protected and conserved areas by 2030 (the 30 × 30 target). This target contains many elements and this chapter discusses the most important ways in which the GBF will influence conservation. Nine issues are identified: (1) the level of ambition inherent in the 30% target itself;
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Baran, Mariusz. "Towards EU Nature Restoration Law: a Boost for Biodiversity and Climate?" In The European Green Deal and the Impact of Climate Change on the EU Regulatory Framework. Presses universitaires Saint-Louis Bruxelles, 2024. http://dx.doi.org/10.4000/12keq.

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The Nature Restoration Law, which was proposed on 22 June 2022 by the European Commission, would require European Union Member States to revive forests, wetlands and other sea – and landscapes marred by human development. The proposal tabled includes legally binding restoration targets for various ecosystems across the EU, and offers a huge opportunity to put our degraded nature on the path toward recovery. Support for a strong and ambitious EU Nature Restoration Law from the Member States will be crucial to maintain the overall ambition level of the legislation. Recovering our degraded ecosys
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Conference papers on the topic "Biodiversity plan"

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Matos, Rute Sous, Paula Simoes, and Desiderio Batista. "ILHA DE MOCAMBIQUE AND ITS BUFFER ZONE � PROPOSAL FOR A LANDSCAPE STRUCTURE." In SGEM International Multidisciplinary Scientific GeoConference 24. STEF92 Technology, 2024. https://doi.org/10.5593/sgem2024/6.1/s27.55.

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The high risk of natural disasters to which Ilha de Mocambique (IM) and its Buffer Zone (BZ) are naturally exposed and the demographic explosion it has suffered increased the loss of ecological wealth, biodiversity and the mischaracterization of the cultural identity it holds. Thus, there are required urgent measures for its values safeguard, preservation and valorization. The primary objective of this proposal is to improve the sustainability of IM and BZ enhancing its development trough landscape and urban planning. The proposal will target a multifunctional and sustainable landscape structu
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Vasiliev, Denis, Lennart Bornmalm, and Rodney Stevens. "GREEN CITIES AS BIODIVERSITY HUBS." In SGEM International Multidisciplinary Scientific GeoConference. STEF92 Technology, 2024. https://doi.org/10.5593/sgem2024v/6.2/s26.37.

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Global biodiversity decline is dramatic. Urbanization is a global trend that is often driving biodiversity loss. At the same time urban green spaces can maintain high levels of biodiversity. However, for urban Nature-based Solutions to maintain biodiversity they have to be designed and managed with this goal in mind. Furthermore, there are certain risks to biodiversity associated with the urban green infrastructure. These risks merit consideration when urban planning is undertaken. Approaches to green infrastructure planning and design can differ depending on whether it is being integrated int
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ALEOSHIN, V. V., G. S. SLYUSAREV, K. V. MIKHAILOV, et al. "ORTHONECTIDA AND DICYEMIDA: TWO STORIES OF BODY PLAN SIMPLIFICATION." In 5TH MOSCOW INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE "MOLECULAR PHYLOGENETICSAND BIODIVERSITY BIOBANKING". TORUS PRESS, 2018. http://dx.doi.org/10.30826/molphy2018-01.

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Maguire, Simon, Carolina Casaretto, David Vexler, Richard Kingham, and Scott Rolseth. "Developing a Biodiversity Action Plan through an Integrated Phased Approach." In SPE International Conference on Health, Safety and Environment in Oil and Gas Exploration and Production. Society of Petroleum Engineers, 2010. http://dx.doi.org/10.2118/127208-ms.

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Suripno, S., R. Perdhani, J. Permadi, and R. Darmawan. "Systemizing Biodiversity: Developing Framework of Managing Biodiversity to Achieve Net Positive Impact – Tuban GRR Project Case Study." In SPE International Health, Safety, Environment and Sustainability Conference and Exhibition. SPE, 2024. http://dx.doi.org/10.2118/220267-ms.

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Abstract This study introduces a comprehensive Biodiversity Action Plan (BAP) framework, exemplified through the Grass Root Refinery (GRR) Tuban project. The primary objective is to illustrate how strategic biodiversity management employing the Mitigation Hierarchy can lead to a positive net gain in biodiversity. This framework serves as a valuable model for similar projects aiming to achieve sustainable environmental outcomes. The methodology involves cascading Pertamina's Sustainability and HSSE Policies into actionable technical guidelines. A multifaceted approach encompassing ecological in
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Sriyati, Siti, and Nungki Rahayu. "Enhancing Students' Ability to Plan and Conduct an Experiment by Utilizing Plant Biodiversity Around the School." In 2nd Asian Education Symposium. SCITEPRESS - Science and Technology Publications, 2017. http://dx.doi.org/10.5220/0007298300470052.

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Lilien, Jonathan, Judith Albesa, Fidel A. Gonzalez, Carlos Lasso, and Julio Matusalen. "Development of a Biodiversity Action Plan for the Boscan Field (Western Venezuela)." In SPE International Health, Safety & Environment Conference. Society of Petroleum Engineers, 2006. http://dx.doi.org/10.2118/98655-ms.

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Alaoui, Assmaa. "Protected Areas for Biodiversity Conservation in Morocco." In 3rd International Congress on Engineering and Life Science. Prensip Publishing, 2023. http://dx.doi.org/10.61326/icelis.2023.62.

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On a global scale, human activities and unsustainable consumption and production patterns have, over the last century, led to an erosion of biodiversity, manifested by a major wave of ecosystem degradation and species extinction. Faced with this alarming situation, and in recognition of the importance of biodiversity for humanity, governments have adopted several conventions aimed essentially at conserving biodiversity. Aware of the threats of degradation to biodiversity, and in order to honor its international commitments by ratifying several conventions, Morocco has drawn up a Master Plan fo
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Primmer, Eeva. "Landscape level conservation needs more than a plan: understanding conditions for forest biodiversity governance." In 5th European Congress of Conservation Biology. Jyvaskyla University Open Science Centre, 2018. http://dx.doi.org/10.17011/conference/eccb2018/108054.

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Weishaguna, Weishaguna, Astri Mutia Ekasari, Verry Damayanti, and Gina Puspitasari Rochman. "The Concept of Biodiversity Park Plan and Design for Abandoned Land Based on Community Participation." In 2nd Social and Humaniora Research Symposium (SoRes 2019). Atlantis Press, 2020. http://dx.doi.org/10.2991/assehr.k.200225.065.

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Reports on the topic "Biodiversity plan"

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Simpson, Matthew, Megan Eldred, Sevvandi Jayakody, and Laura Mackenzie. Scaling up wetland conservation and restoration to deliver the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework: Guidance on including wetlands in National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plans (NBSAPs) to boost biodiversity and halt wetland loss and degradation. Convention on Wetlands, 2024. http://dx.doi.org/10.69556/strp.tr12.24.

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Wetland conservation and restoration is an essential component of delivering the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KM-GBF) vision of a world living in harmony with nature where “by 2050, biodiversity is valued, conserved, restored and wisely used, maintaining ecosystem services, sustaining a healthy planet and delivering benefits essential for all people.” This document supports the inclusion of ambitious wetland commitments and actions in National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans (NBSAPs) as a pivotal way of boosting biodiversity, to achieve the goals of both the Convent
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MacKinnon, John, Mingxiang Zhang, and Mark Bezuijen. Strengthening Biodiversity Conservation in the Yellow River Basin of Henan Province, the People’s Republic of China. Asian Development Bank, 2023. http://dx.doi.org/10.22617/brf230406-2.

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This brief outlines a two-year project to protect the biodiversity of the Yellow River Basin and the ecosystem services it provides that help support sustainable economic development in the People’s Republic of China (PRC). It explains the methodology and findings of the draft biodiversity strategy and action plan (BSAP) that centers on a stretch of river in Henan Province. It analyzes the financial value of ecosystem services and the drivers of biodiversity loss. It shows the need to strengthen local conservation laws, mainstream biodiversity protection, and rally multisector support to effec
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Saluja, Ridhi, Satish Prasad, Win Maung, and Thanapon Piman. Promoting locally inclusive wetlands conservation -- experience from Myanmar. Stockholm Environment Institute, 2025. https://doi.org/10.51414/sei2025.028.

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This brief outlines key concerns, policy gaps and recommendations on how Myanmar's wetland conservation efforts can benefit from inclusion of community-led approaches, which have been proven to achieve more sustainable livelihood outcomes, based on research in the Upper Chindwin River basin. Local communities in the Upper Chindwin basin in Myanmar are highly dependent on wetland ecosystems and their resources for sustenance and livelihoods. The research reported here is focused on wetland conservation in the Hkamti region of the Upper Chindwin basin. Promoting locally inclusive wetland conserv
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Agardy, Tundi, Daniel Brumbaugh, Eugenia Naro-Maciel, and Francis Staub. Marine Protected Areas and MPA Networks. American Museum of Natural History, 2006. http://dx.doi.org/10.5531/cbc.ncep.0155.

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Marine protected areas (MPAs) are coastal or offshore marine areas managed to protect the natural and/or cultural resources of a particular place. MPA networks, a more recent development, are systems of MPAs designed to increase protection to a geographic area. There can me numerous goals of MPAs though they are mainly related to conservation (e.g., biodiversity conservation, protection of a rare species), or sustainability (e.g., fisheries management, recreation). This module introduces MPAs including the costs and benefits, relations to biodiversity and fisheries management, design and imple
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Jung, Jacob, Richard Fischer, Chester McConnell, and Pam Bates. The use of US Army Corps of Engineers reservoirs as stopover sites for the Aransas–Wood Buffalo population of whooping crane. Engineer Research and Development Center (U.S.), 2022. http://dx.doi.org/10.21079/11681/44980.

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This technical report summarizes the use of US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) reservoirs as spring and fall migration stopover sites for the endangered Aransas–Wood Buffalo population of whooping cranes (WHCR), which proved much greater than previously known. We assessed stopover use within the migration flyway with satellite transmitter data on 68 WHCR during 2009–2018 from a study by the US Geological Survey (USGS) and collaborators, resulting in over 165,000 location records, supplemented by incidental observations from the US Fish and Wildlife Ser-vice (USFWS) and the USGS Biodiversity In
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Kumar, Ritesh, Stephen Grady, Harry Jonas, Stephen Woodley, and Nigel Dudley. Other effective area-based conservation measures (OECMs) for the conservation and wise use of wetlands. Edited by Filip Aggestam. Convention on Wetlands, 2025. https://doi.org/10.69556/strp.bn11.25.eng.

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The role and importance of Other effective area-based conservation measures (OECMs) have been formally acknowledged internationally by Contracting Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) through Decision 14/8 (which includes OECM identification criteria) and supplemented with international best practice best guidance from IUCN on identifying, recognizing, monitoring and reporting on OECMs, including an OECM site-selection tool. This Briefing Note aims to assist Contracting Parties to the Convention on Wetlands in the identification and use of OECMs as a mechanism to further the
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Colón, Christina. The Importance of Botany in Biodiversity Conservation. American Museum of Natural History, 2010. http://dx.doi.org/10.5531/cbc.ncep.0093.

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The approximately 270,000 known species of plants form the basis of all food chains on earth and fuel all life systems (although even this number is only a fraction of plant diversity). From this fact alone, plants should be an important part of biodiversity conservation. An overview is provided of plant classification and systematics as well as the diversity of plant physiology and ecology. Plants can also be very valuable to humans for reasons illuminated by the fields of ethnobotany (focusing on traditional uses and medicinal plants) and economic botany (looking at plant properties for nove
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Martin, Dougal, Cassandra Rogers, and Michele H. Lemay. Sustainable Tourism in Belize. Inter-American Development Bank, 2014. http://dx.doi.org/10.18235/0009240.

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The health of Belize's economy is closely related to the health of the tourism industry, which was responsible for 40 percent of total exports of goods and services from 2008 to 2012. The tourism industry in Belize is still an emerging sector, and its continued sustainable growth is a critical factor. This technical note discusses the main characteristics of Belize's tourism sector and its importance to the national economy, and identifies the key constraints to the sector's sustainable development and the policies currently being implemented. The note highlights the country's cultural heritag
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Ingrid Jordon-Thaden, Ingrid Jordon-Thaden. Alpine plant biodiversity: why is it so high? Experiment, 2013. http://dx.doi.org/10.18258/1332.

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Gazit, Nadav, Katharine Hanson, Richard Pearson, and Stefanie Siller. Observed Impacts of Climate Change on Biodiversity. American Museum of Natural History, 2013. http://dx.doi.org/10.5531/cbc.ncep.0061.

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There is strong scientific evidence that climate change is already impacting plant and animal populations, and model projections indicate that the current trends are likely to continue over the coming century. This module includes a synthesis and presentation that reviews case studies from the primary scientific literature on the observed effects of climate change on biodiversity and an exercise that has participants explore the communication and interpretation of climate change science through role-playing as climate scientists or journalists.
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