World community aims to restore 2.2 million square kilometers of ecosystems

UNEP calculations provide an important benchmark for this undertaking. They show how large areas are affected worldwide and how comprehensive the intended restoration should be.

International implementation

The World Conservation Conference in Montreal plays a central role in this effort. It brings the international community together to further develop conservation jointly and track progress toward the agreed course.

Success depends not only on area. It is also crucial whether restored habitats function sustainably and whether ecological changes actually become tangible.

This is particularly evident in Nairobi, where international conservation requires practical work on the ground. The World Conservation Conference in Nairobi focuses on the exchange of knowledge and strengthening implementation.

Pace and effectiveness will be decisive

The pace therefore matters in the coming years. The global community must reach its target scale, strengthen the binding nature of measures and not merely announce change but accompany it in practice.

The ambitious 2030 target also provides a benchmark. The results will show how effective international conservation efforts can be under real-world conditions.