Q&A—Conservation expert says flexible approach needed to achieve “30 by 30” global biodiversity target
With the world facing a biodiversity crisis, conservation-minded nations are racing to preserve almost one-third of the planet for the benefit of plants and wildlife. However, one expert is cautioning that how nations define “protection” will vary wildly as governments are allowed to maintain biodiversity however best they see fit. Conservation advocates shouldn’t expect a huge increase in the number of “no-touch” conservation zones, he [...]
