Survey results on voluntary meat regulation released

The result, released at United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), did not carry voices from indigenous communities  

Over 100 countries sign Kunming Declaration on biodiversity conservation

It calls upon the parties to “mainstream” biodiversity protection in decision-making 

7th GEF Assembly: Decision on direct funding to civil societies likely during the meeting

More funds would be needed to make this possible without alienating governments

7th GEF Assembly: Member countries get together to ratify Global Biodiversity Framework Fund 

Momentum set in Vancouver crucial for achieving the biodiversity and sustainable development goals by 2030

Half of the world’s richest biodiversity zones unprotected: UN study

Fast progress needed on targets for protected areas especially marine areas, it adds

Developed countries to double biodiversity-related funds flow by 2015

Provided developing countries make robust baselines and reporting framework