Definition(s)
The management of human interactions with genes, species, and ecosystems so as to provide the maximum benefit to the present generation while maintaining their potential to meet the needs and aspirations of future generations; encompasses elements of saving, studying, and using biodiversity. (Source: IPBES Sustainable use assessment, 2021).
Hierarchy
Broader: conservation
Related concepts from Law and Environment Ontology:
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Strategic Plans:
Target 3: Conserve 30% of Land, Waters and Seas
Target 4: Halt Species Extinction, Protect Genetic Diversity, and Manage Human-Wildlife Conflicts
Target 12: Enhance Green Spaces and Urban Planning for Human Well-Being and Biodiversity
Target 15.a
Target 2: Restore 30% of all Degraded Ecosystems
Target 20: Strengthen Capacity-Building, Technology Transfer, and Scientific and Technical Cooperation for Biodiversity
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Multilateral environment agreements tagged with Biodiversity conservation
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Biodiversity conservation. This includes official treaty texts, decisions, recommendations, and other related
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Convention on Biological Diversity | 2 decisions |
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World Heritage Convention | 7 decisions |