These include the land degradation surveillance framework for tracking ecosystems changes, infrared spectroscopy for measuring soil carbon, tree suitability maps and decision support tools, and tools to monitor soil health. Building the sustainable development goals on the aichi. The information for aichi target 10 is presented below. Monitoring progress towards the aichi biodiversity targets at the request of the macarthur foundation, natureserve used indicator data provided by the dashboard to perform an analysis of the e. And if we add the problem of climate change and other global challenges, we really are facing a very narrow window. Scotlands biodiversity progress to 2020 aichi targets. Printable pdf targets all targets are available in gif graphic files and in pdf files. Regional progress on aichi biodiversity targets 5 and 15. The five main direct drivers of biodiversity loss are. To implement the strategic plan for biodiversity 20112020. However, most of the aichi targets are aimed at patterns of human behaviour and their effects on biodiversity. Aichi biodiversity target 11 by 2020, at least 17 percent of terrestrial and inland water, and 10 percent of coastal and marine areas, especially areas of particular importance for biodiversity and ecosystem services, are conserved through effectively and equitably managed, ecologically representa. The aichi targets include more quantitative values than the proposed sdgs. Brief guide to target 11 of the aichi biodiversity targets cbd which elements aichi biodiversity target 11.
Strategic goals and aichi biodiversity targets of the strategic plan on biodiversity cites contributions ocean acidification are minimized, so as to maintain their integrity and functioning. By 2020, ecosystem resilience and the contribution of biodiversity to. Benefits and costs of the biodiversity targets for the. What are the aichi biodiversity targets and how do they. Aichi biodiversity targets, and is based on countries nbsaps national biodiversity strategies and action plans under the cbd and 5 th national reports covering the period 2011 2016. In this way, nbsap2 is both closely aligned to the cbd strategic plan and aichi targets 20112020, and.
The strategic plan for biodiversity 20112020 and the aichi. The parties knew meeting that commitment would be a challenge, and indeed it looks as though most targets will not be reached by their 2020 deadline. Annex 1 illustrates how the scotland and uk biodiversity indicator sets measure progress towards the aichi targets. The gef6 biodiversity strategy 1 it is my great pleasure to present in this publication the gef6 biodiversity strategy for 20142018. Aichi biodiversity targets strategic goals cbd in decision x2, the 10th meeting 2010 of the conference of the parties for the convention on biological diversity cbd, adopted a revised and updated strategic plan for biodiversity, including aichi biodiversity targets for the 2011 2020 period. Mapping multilateral environmental agreements to the aichi. This is the first time we have attempted to report on these targets in scotland. Leadley and others published progress towards the aichi biodiversity targets. Whats next strategic plan for biodiversity 20112020 and. The achievement of aichi target 15 may therefore be heavily impacted by aichi target and a close link between the two is necessary.
Strategic plan for biodiversity 20112020 and the aichi targets living in harmony with nature biological diversity underpins ecosystem functioning and the provision of ecosystem services essential for human wellbeing. To explore the relationship of aichi target 11 to other cbd targets and through that analysis draw out some general conclusions rules of thumb as to a what type of approaches may form the heart of oecm considerations, and b what types of actions for biodiversity are more properly delivered through other targets. Cepf contributions to the postaichi targets background. Progress and alignment of national targets to the aichi biodiversity.
Further updates to this information could be undertaken by the aichi biodiversity targets task force4, which comprises a number of key. What is the level of implementation of the strategic plan. This scoping paper sets out to answer four important research questions on the role of law and regulatory instruments necessary for countries to achieve their. To explore the relationship of aichi target 11 to other cbd targets and through that analysis draw out some general conclusions rules of thumb as to a what type of approaches may form the heart of oecm considerations, and b what types of actions for. This strategic plan and its aichi biodiversity targets set down a framework. Aichi biodiversity target 11 by 2020, at least 17 percent of terrestrial and inland water, and 10. Approximately 44 per cent of the national reports assessed contained an explicit assessment of progress towards the aichi targets. Lessons from the aichi targets article pdf available in conservation letters july 2016 with 101 reads how we measure reads.
The action taken over the next decade or two will determine whether the relatively. What actions need to be taken to achieve the aichi targets. Target 6 by 2020 all fish and invertebrate stocks and aquatic plants are managed and harvested sustainably. The aichi targets and the proposed sdg goals, however, while having a lot in common also have a number of differences.
Target 12 is dependent on the achievement of other aichi targets that relate to species conservation. The 20 aichi targets were reduced to 17 national targets which are considered to be specific, measurable, attainable, relevant and are timebound to namibia. The aichi targets have been crafted on the basis of an analysis of the bene. Progress and alignment of national targets to the aichi. Aichi target 9 invasive alien species the sdgs, nbsap and aichi targets sdg target 2. The analysis considers how aligned the national targets are to the aichi targets and also progress in addressing target. Cbd analysis shows more efforts needed to achieve aichi. By 2020, ecosystems that provide essential services, including services related to water, and contribute to health, livelihoods and wellbeing, are restored and safeguarded, taking into account the needs of women, indigenous and local communities, and the poor and vulnerable. The aichi passport this beta version of the aichi passport is a proof of concept for annual indicator reporting by the biodiversity indicators partnership. The 2020 challenge sets out how scotland will contribute to the global aichi targets. Cepfdc336 critical ecosystem partnership fund 33rd meeting. Mapping landscape guidelines and principles to the aichi.
The first national consultation on biodiversity targets. Benefits and costs of the biodiversity targets for the post. Benefits and costs of the biodiversity targets for the post2015. For each of the aichi biodiversity targets, one or two indicators are presented to highlight. Target 15 by 2020, ecosystem resilience and the contribution of biodiversity to carbon stocks has been enhanced. The strategic plan for biodiversity 20112020 and the aichi biodiversity targets robert lamb unep for the secretariat of the convention on biological diversity. How aichi target has been interpreted todate t explicitly targets the genetic diversity of cultivated plants, and farmed and domesticated animals and their wild relatives. Aichi biodiversity target is more specific in that is specifies fish and invertebrate stocks and aquatic plants. Namibias second national biodiversity strategy and action plan. Aichi biodiversity targets, and is based on countries nbsaps national biodiversity strategies and. An integrated approach with common ownership the strategic plan for biodiversity 2011.
This scoping paper sets out to answer four important research questions on the role of law and regulatory instruments necessary for countries to achieve their goals related to aichi biodiversity target 16. Analysis of how cites strategic vision objectives contribute. Are approaches and lessons from the biodiversity cluster relevant for the management of chemicals and waste beyond 2020. However, a recent analysis of national reports on progress against all 20 aichi targets demonstrates limited achievements to date. Supporting achievement of aichi biodiversity target 12 of. Mapping landscape guidelines and principles to the aichi targets no. Address the underlying causes of biodiversity loss by mainstreaming biodiversity across government and society b. They aim to provide parties and other stakeholders with an introduction to each of the aichi biodiversity targets by quickly introducing. Pdf progress towards the aichi biodiversity targets. Aichi targets the strategic plan for biodiversity includes 20 timebound, measurable targets to be met by the year 2020 aichi biodiversity targets. Notably, cites regulates and documents the legal and illegal movement of wildlife but not the potential pathogens they may carry. Goal 8 promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all sdgs proposed revision explanatory rationale for the proposed change 8. Namibias second national biodiversity strategy and. Aichi biodiversity targets convention biological diversity.
Organized by the united nations institute for training and research unitar with support from the german federal ministry for the environment, nature conservation, building and nuclear. Tracking work being done towards 2020 can provide assurance of progress, highlight concerns and inform action. Scotlands biodiversity indicators have been developed to monitor changes in our nature and landscapes. By 2020 areas under agriculture, aquaculture and forestry are managed sustainably, ensuring conservation of biodiversity agroforestry is the practice of mixing trees, other crops, and livestock on farms in order to bring about a number of benefits for farmers and the broader community. Conference of the parties to the convention on biological diversity cbd, in decision x2. The international movement of wildlife and the pathogens they carry has resulted in health threats to. Externalities include consumer behaviour, public attitudes to biodiversity, genetic erosion, effectiveness of protected areas, and reducing unsustainable exploitation. Are we on track to reach the aichi biodiversity targets by 2020. Cbd analysis shows more efforts needed to achieve aichi biodiversity targets story highlights the secretariat of the convention on biological diversity cbd has released a document titled updated analysis of the contribution of targets established by parties and progress towards the aichi biodiversity targets.
Target 5 by 2020, the rate of loss of all natural habitats, including forests, is at least halved and where feasible brought close to zero, and degradation and fragmentation is significantly reduced. Strategic goals and aichi biodiversity targets of the strategic plan on biodiversity cites contributions plants are managed and harvested sustainably, legally and applying ecosystem based approaches, so that overfishing is avoided, recovery plans and measures are in place for all depleted species, fisheries have no significant adverse impacts. The aichi biodiversity target also refers to the impacts of fisheries practices on. The strategic plan for biodiversity 20112020 and the. Accomplishing land zoning for important ecosystems, which is aligned to strategic goal b of aichi targets. Assessing law as a factor towards the aichi biodiversity. As of july 2016, the 5 th national reports have been submitted by 90% of the parties and nbsaps by 52%. Only t16 aims at the introduction of a legal instrument the nagoya protocol as a target, but by requiring that the protocol shall become operational the target ultimately aims at a societal practice. How do the aichi targets and progress towards them position us to. Summary the aichi targets are wide ranging and diverse in nature and present challenges both in terms of delivery and reporting. It also explicitly targets the development of genetic conservation strategies.
As the financial mechanism of the cbd the gef provides funding to help countries implement the strategic plan for biodiversity, 20112020, and achieve the aichi targets. Strategic plan for biodiversity and the aichi targets has a number of valuable dimensions. Environmental data disaggregation thomas brooks, chief scientist international union for conservation of nature iucnscience iaegsdgs 9 beirut, lebanon, 27 march 2019. The convention on biological diversity cbd and the. Cepfdc336 critical ecosystem partnership fund 33rd. The aichi targets aim at addressing these issues by requiring parties to the cbd to include nature as an asset and a capital in economic and social planning aichi target 2 and others, and to establish adequate governance that ensures equitable distribution of bene.
The curve of biodiversity loss by 2050 under the businessasusual scenario looks very dramatic. The targets are characterized by the following features. Environmental data disaggregation thomas brooks, chief scientist. The quick guides to the aichi biodiversity targets are meant to serve. The iucn species programme provides advice to parties, other governments and partners on the implementation of the strategic plan for biodiversity and its aichi biodiversity targets 2011. This new tool can help track progress toward the aichi targets, support national monitoring and reporting, and inform outcomebased policymaking for the protection of natural resources. Consequently, the sdgs could build on the aichi targets because. The strategic plan serves as a flexible framework for the establishment of national and regional targets and it promotes the coherent and effective implementation of the three objectives of the convention on biological diversity. Assessment of progress towards aichi targets 5 and 15 the landuse targets of the available indicators for progress under target 5, the global forest change dataset shows that more efforts are needed to reduce the rate of forest habitat loss in africa. The aichi targets and biodiversity in the context of the post2015 development.
The aichi bd targets were adopted during the 10th conference of parties of the cbd, and it aims to provide countries to setup the national targets ultimately help in preparing the nbsap. What national and regional commitments, plans and targets have been adopted. Convention on biological diversity the nature conservancy. In this way, nbsap2 is both closely aligned to the cbd strategic plan and aichi targets 20112020, and targeting namibias unique priorities and circum stances. The guides provide an overview of the main issues addressed under each target. Agroforestry and aichi biodiversity target 7 aichi target 7. Mapping landscape guidelines and principles to the aichi targets. In scotland we will also undertake a full assessment at the end of 2020. Where this was the case, the countrys assessment was used but. The outlook is more positive for target 15, especially in light of ambitious.
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