Every 22 of May, the International Day of Biological Diversity is celebrated. This year’s slogan is “Building a shared future for all life” and it was chosen to support for the post-2020 global biodiversity framework to be adopted at the upcoming UN Biodiversity Conference.

Wetlands define complex ecosystems occurring in all biomes. They provide fundamental ecosystem functions and services and are hotspots of biodiversity. Wetlands are the most important stopovers on bird flyways and provide habitats for many plants, animals, and other forms of life.

Coastal and marine ecosystems supply important services that benefit the whole world. Conservation actions must be effectively implemented to protect them.

BIOPAMA Team highlights the importance of protected and conserved areas as the cornerstone for biodiversity and cultural heritage conservation.

A gateway to data and information on Africa's social, economic, territorial and environmental development.

Did you know that Europe's yearly agricultural biomass is equal to the weight of 162 pyramids of Cheops? How to best manage this valuable resource and optimize a circular economy?   

Biodiversity is critical to our society and quality of life. The EU biodiversity strategy for 2030 sets out a path to become more sustainable and bring back nature into our lives. 

We are becoming more and more dependent on our ecosystems, which are under increasing pressure from climate change and its related impacts.  

Some alien species become invasive and affect our native ecosystems. Citizens can help preventing the introduction or spread of alien species, and support by monitoring them.

Can you guess how much of the Earth has fertile soil? Play the quiz to find out.  You will be surprised by the answer!