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IPBES #NexusAssessment reveals biodiversity's ties to food, water, climate, land & and health. As #COP30 builds momentum, understanding these interconnections is more critical than ever for effective solutions. 🏡🧪

🌍 Learn more with UNEP-WCMC: https://ow.ly/95xw50XpbuL
Enhancing synergies across the climate and biodiversity agendas - UNEP-WCMC
Momentum is growing for coordinated action across climate and biodiversity conventions As anticipation for the 30th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC COP30) builds, Dr Valerie Kapos, Principal Specialist, Nature-based Solutions, and Dr Shaenandhoa García Rangel, Deputy Head of Nature Economy, discuss the growing focus on synergies across…
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November 11, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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All 7 chapters of the #NexusAssessment Report are now available! 🏡

Read through the interlinkages of the nexus elements, as well as scenario analyses to evaluate possibilities, identifying pathways to sustainable futures with nexus-wide benefits. 🌍🧪

📚 https://www.ipbes.net/nexus-assessment
November 10, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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Reforms to governance and economic systems for just and sustainable futures can be facilitated by deliberate steps. These steps can be visualized as a road map.

-IPBES #NexusAssessment Report: https://www.ipbes.net/nexus-assessment

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An infographic showing a pathway from "Current state" to "Just and sustainable futures" across three main phases. The diagram uses stepped platforms with stick figures carrying gears, representing collaborative action. Three main sections are color-coded: 1) Green section "Explore nexus context" focuses on understanding drivers and actors, 2) Blue section "Coordination and strategic action" covers vision creation and response options, and 3) Purple section "Implementation and scaling" addresses enabling conditions and monitoring. Black arrows show progression between steps, with orange curves indicating unsustainable trajectories and dotted lines showing course corrections. Icons for monitoring/evaluation and decision-support tools appear in each section. Guardrail symbols indicate safeguards throughout the process.
November 6, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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All 7 chapters of the @ipbes.net #NexusAssessment report are available to download!

This report, co-chaired by UKCEH's Prof Paula Harrison and with contributions by 165 experts from 57 countries, explores interconnections among biodiversity, water, food &health

www.ipbes.net/nexus-assess... 🧪
Front cover of The IPBES thematic assessment report on interlinkages among biodiversity, water, food and health, summary for policymakers
October 29, 2025 at 2:58 PM
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Is it possible to save coral reefs before it's too late?

Coral reefs are vital, but are threatened by unsustainable fishing, pollution, climate change & ocean acidification. They're the most endangered ecosystem and are at risk of disappearing globally.
— IPBES #NexusAssessment

Let's protect them!
Underwater photograph of extensive white coral bleaching, showing large formations of bleached coral appearing bright white against a dark reddish-purple reef base. The bleached coral has a distinctive branching structure typical of Acropora species. The image is taken in clear blue water, and some small fish can be seen swimming in the background. The stark white color of the coral indicates severe bleaching, where the coral has expelled its symbiotic algae in response to environmental stress. The contrast between the bleached coral and the healthy darker reef substrate below clearly illustrates the impact of coral bleaching events.
October 22, 2025 at 6:00 AM
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In the lead up to SBSTTA-27, IPBES held a workshop today on the #NexusAssessment and #TransformativeChange Assessment, as well as ongoing assessments. A big thanks to @unbiodiversity.bsky.social for the support, to the participants for their engagement, and the IPBES experts for their hard work.
October 19, 2025 at 12:02 AM
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Approximately 1/3 of reef-building coral species are at high risk of extinction. 🪸 The loss of coral reefs could impact nearly 1 billion people who depend on them for food, medicine, storm protection, and livelihoods.

Learn more in the IPBES #NexusAssessment: https://www.ipbes.net/nexus-assessment
Vibrant underwater photograph of a healthy coral reef ecosystem showing rich biodiversity. The scene features pink and white coral formations with multiple species of tropical fish, including yellow butterflyfish, royal angelfish with blue and yellow stripes, and bright yellow butterfly fish. A sea turtle swims in the upper right corner. Red starfish are visible on the coral, and schools of smaller fish in blue, red, and yellow colors swim throughout. The water is a clear, bright blue, and the coral shows various textures and shapes, from branching to rounded formations. The image captures the complex interactions and diversity of a thriving coral reef community.
October 17, 2025 at 2:35 PM
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Fresh fruits & vegetables should be accessible to everyone, but...

📊42% of the world's population couldn't afford healthy diets (2021)

On #WorldFoodDay, read more in the @ipbes.net  #NexusAssessment SPM ➡️ https://www.ipbes.net/nexus/media-release
October 16, 2025 at 7:29 AM
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📊 The IPBES #NexusAssessment Report highlights how nexus governance can address indirect & direct drivers of change as an alternative to siloed approaches.

Learn about the key components of a nexus approach with this graphic.

💡 https://www.ipbes.net/nexus-assessment
An infographic explaining scaling approaches in nexus governance. At the top, four speech bubbles illustrate different scaling types: "Scaling deep" (showing thought processes), "Scaling up" (institutional growth), "Scaling down" (distribution), and "Scaling out" (geographic expansion). The main diagram flows from left to right showing: Left section: Lists indirect drivers (Economic, Demographic, etc.) and direct drivers (Land/sea use change, Climate change, etc.) Middle section: Shows nexus challenges and elements with icons for biodiversity, water, agriculture, and health Right section: Depicts "Key components" of nexus governance including: Decision-support tools Capacities (showing analytical, motivational, bridging, and social networking) Enhanced opportunities for diverse actor engagement Implementation of response options (lightbulb icon) The bottom shows five key components of NEXUS GOVERNANCE: Integrative and holistic framings Inclusive approaches Considerations of equity and accountability Processes for collaboration and coordination Adaptive, reflexive and experimental The design uses a color-coded system to show relationships between different elements and processes.
October 15, 2025 at 5:55 AM
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On 13 October, IPBES Chair, David Obura joined co-chairs and authors of the #NexusAssessment at a session of the IUCN World Conservation Congress #IUCNcongress titled “Coordinating and scaling up action for nature and people: The IPBES Nexus Assessment.”
October 14, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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It's #WorldMentalHealthDay 🌍

#DidYouKnow Healthy ecosystems support healthy minds?

IPBES #NexusAssessment confirms: biodiversity and functioning ecosystems improve mental health. Access to biodiverse environments facilitates recovery from stress, depression & other health-related conditions.🏡🧪
An upward view of a lush forest canopy with tall trees stretching toward the sky. The image shows numerous straight, tall tree trunks with textured bark and vibrant green foliage overhead. The trees appear to be mature hardwoods, creating a dense, natural cathedral-like ceiling of leaves. Text overlaid on the image reads "NATURE HEALS" and "Biodiversity supports mental health" in dark text. A smaller text block from the IPBES Nexus Assessment describes the relationship between nature and health. The IPBES logo appears in the top right corner. The photograph emphasizes the height and density of the forest, with sunlight filtering through the leaves creating a natural green glow throughout the scene.
October 10, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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🌍📉A study reveals that restrictions on global food trade are less effective than integrated approaches for environmental protection.

Full article available here : https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12571-025-01533-9

Read the IPBES #NexusAssessment: https://www.ipbes.net/nexus-assessment
Book cover image titled "Food Security" published by Springer. The cover features a large photograph of Earth from space, showing portions of Europe, Asia, and Africa visible against a backdrop of blue oceans and white cloud cover. The planet is set against a gradient background transitioning from blue to green. A yellow banner spans horizontally across the middle of the cover containing the title "Food Security" in white text. Below the title is a subtitle in smaller text reading "The Science, Sociology and Economics of Food Production and Access to Food". The Springer publisher logo appears at the bottom of the cover.
October 10, 2025 at 8:20 AM
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🚨 @ipbes.net #NexusAssessment reveals the urgent need for integrated action to address 5 interconnected global crises: biodiversity loss, climate change, food, health & water. 🌍

🔗 Read more from ecotact: eco-act.com/blog/ipbes-n...
Biodiversity loss: IPBES Nexus Assessment Report calls for integrated action to address five global crises | EcoAct
EcoAct’s team of biodiversity and nature experts review the key takeaways from the latest IPBES Nexus Assessment Report.
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October 6, 2025 at 4:42 PM
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co-exist. A thought-provoking concept!

#wiomsa #day3 #IPBES #NexusAssessment #TransformativeChangeAssessment
October 2, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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He outlined IPBES’s (2024) Nexus Assessment which synthesises how biodiversity, water, food, health, and climate interconnect, outlining integrated, just policies that deliver co-benefits, reduce trade-offs, [...]

#wiomsa #IPBES #NexusAssessment #TransformativeChangeAssessment
October 2, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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WIOMSA Day 3 highlight was an interesting plenary presentation entitled “Sustainability – balancing nature, economy and society”, delivered by Dr David Obura. He is the current chair of the Intergovernmental Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services.

#wiomsa #day3 #IPBES #NexusAssessment
October 2, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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Did you know that transforming food systems could bring multiple benefits in terms of biodiversity, water, human health, climate change and reduced exposure to pollutants?
— @ipbes.net #NexusAssessment

On #FLWDay, explore how reducing #FoodWaste and #FoodLoss delivers these benefits and more!
Infographic with turquoise and mint green background featuring two circular food images. The top circle shows fresh vegetables and produce including cabbage, corn, lettuce, and various colorful vegetables. The bottom circle displays prepared healthy meals in bowls with various colorful dishes and utensils. The main title reads "SUSTAINABLE DIETS & REDUCED FOOD WASTE" in bold black text. Above, there's explanatory text from the IPBES Nexus Assessment stating that sustainable healthy diets and reducing food waste decrease greenhouse gas emissions while benefiting other nexus elements and reducing human deaths. Simple line drawings of vegetables and plants decorate the background. The IPBES logo appears in the bottom right corner. The design uses a calming color palette of greens and blues with organic, flowing shapes in the background.
September 29, 2025 at 6:22 AM
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The IPBES #NexusAssessment Report finds that using a ‘nexus’ approach to address intertwined environmental, social and economic crises is more effective than a siloed approach.

Read more: https://www.ipbes.net/nexus/media-release
Infographic showing interconnections between five key elements: Climate Change, Water, Biodiversity, Food, and Health, displayed over a landscape background with wind turbines, water, and farmland. White lines connect these elements, demonstrating their relationships. Right side contains definitions of key terms like "Interlinkages," "Feedback loops," and "Trade-offs." Bottom text explains "Nexus" and contrasts "Nexus approaches" with "Siloed approaches."
September 26, 2025 at 6:30 AM
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Trends in indirect drivers have an effect on both direct drivers and nexus elements.
-IPBES #NexusAssessment Report

Want to know more? Check the Summary for Policymakers already available in English: https://www.ipbes.net/nexus/media-release
Two-part matrix diagram showing trends in indirect drivers and their impacts. Part A shows how factors like GDP, population, and technology affect environmental drivers (land use, climate change, pollution). Part B illustrates impacts on biodiversity, water, food, and health. Uses arrows and symbols to indicate positive/negative trends and impact intensity. Color-coded in blues, greens, and reds for easy comprehension. Legend at bottom explains growth rates and impact levels.
September 18, 2025 at 5:49 AM
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📢 @IPBES.net is hosting a webinar on knowledge generation catalysis!
Explore knowledge gaps from the #NexusAssessment and #TransformativeChange Assessment and upcoming IPBES work.

📅 12 Sept 2025
⏰ 1–4 p.m. CEST

➡ Register by 11 September to join
🌐 www.ipbes.net/events/webin...
September 8, 2025 at 12:37 PM
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🌐 The @ipbes.net #NexusAssessment Report reveals critical interactions among nexus elements—biodiversity, water, food, health, and climate change. 🌏🧪

🚨 Explore how cascading effects like land-use change can reduce biodiversity⤵️
A figure from the Nexus Assessment showing interactions between nexus elements.
September 3, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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Forests play a vital role in water regulation and provision, ensuring clean freshwater for up to 75% of the global population.🌳💧 Loss of forests impacts water quality and availability, increasing treatment costs and health risks.🌏🧪

💡More in @ipbes.net #NexusAssessment: http://bit.ly/3UjPSUA
A forest canopy seen from above
August 13, 2025 at 9:02 AM
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Explore how Indigenous and local knowledge shapes the @ipbes.net #NexusAssessment!

📽️ Watch the English webinar recording: https://youtu.be/EroNBShp0gg 🌏🧪
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August 11, 2025 at 8:03 AM
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Together with the other nexus elements of health, food and climate, #biodiversity & water are closely & inextricably linked.💧🌱🌏🧪

Read more about this and response options in the @ipbes.net #NexusAssessment: https://www.ipbes.net/nexus-assessment
"FACTS ABOUT WATER" "Biodiversity loss reduces water availability." "Unsustainable freshwater withdrawal, wetland degradation and forest loss have decreased water quality and climate change resilience" "At least 50 diseases are attributable to poor water supply, water quality and sanitation." "Wetlands and inland water bodies cover just 2.6 per cent of the terrestrial Earth surface but play a significant role in water regulation and climate change mitigation."
July 29, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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Real-world examples in the @IPBES.net #NexusAssessment highlight the benefits of #EcosystemRestoration for tackling nexus challenges:

🌱 Boosts biodiversity
💧 Secures clean water
🍽️ Improves food production
🌡️ Mitigates climate change

Discover more: https://ipbes.net/node/85582
July 28, 2025 at 5:19 PM