United Nations Biodiversity

06/05/2026

This year , invites us to listen to the planet’s signals and act on them.

Climate change is one of the major drivers of biodiversity loss. Nature, on the other hand, is one of humanity’s greatest allies in mitigating climate change and bolstering resilience against its impacts.

This means that global climate goals and the targets of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework must be pursued in tandem.

Read the Executive Secretary’s statement: https://www.cbd.int/article/2026-World-Environment-Day

05/22/2026

Read the 2026 message by Her Excellency Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment of the United Arab Emirates.

This year's theme is "Acting locally for global impact"

🔗https://www.cbd.int/idb/statements/idb2026-uae.pdf

05/22/2026

Watch the 2026 message by H.E. Mr. Hambardzum Matevosyan, Minister of Environment of Armenia and Incoming President of CBD .

This year’s theme, “Acting locally for global impact”, reminds us that action for biodiversity begins in the places where we live, work and care for nature.

As the world looks ahead to COP17 in Armenia under the theme “Taking Action for Nature”, is an opportunity to celebrate local action and build momentum for implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.

🔗 https://youtu.be/jqzcg_uz4OE?si=g66gX6MxqbaizVoO

05/22/2026

Healthy ecosystems support food systems, clean water, livelihoods, climate resilience and the well-being of people everywhere 🌿

Protecting biodiversity today means investing in a more sustainable and resilient future for generations to come 🌍

Today, act for nature. Tomorrow depends on it.

05/22/2026

On , Forest Peoples Programme (FPP) has shared a new external resource exploring links between the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework and Indigenous Peoples.

This contribution highlights community-led action, participation and knowledge in support of biodiversity and the implementation of the Global Biodiversity Framework.

Explore the resource from Forest Peoples Programme ⤵️

05/22/2026

This , we are reminded that global impact begins with local action 🌱

As the world reaches the halfway point to the 2030 deadline for the Targets of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, accelerated action at all levels will be needed to halt biodiversity loss, restore ecosystems and ensure the sustainable use of nature.

Ahead of , this is the moment to turn commitments into action, scale up solutions and support change where it matters most: on the ground, with all of us.

05/22/2026

05/22/2026

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆!

Today, South Africa proudly stands at the centre of the global biodiversity conversation as the first country to host the International Day for Biological Diversity Global Flagship Event. 🇿🇦

As one of the world’s 17 megadiverse countries, South Africa is home to an extraordinary wealth of biodiversity, from unique plant species and diverse wildlife to ecosystems that sustain livelihoods, support climate resilience and shape our natural heritage.

This milestone reflects our country’s ongoing commitment to protecting and restoring biodiversity for present and future generations, while strengthening global action towards living in harmony with nature.

05/22/2026

On , take a moment to look closer at the biodiversity in your surroundings, from the species in your garden or local park to the ecosystems that support communities everywhere.

What we notice, we can value.
What we value, we protect.
What we protect, can thrive.

This 22 May, join the global celebration under the theme “Acting locally for global impact”.

Find events near you and discover how to take part👉
https://www.cbd.int/biodiversity-day

05/22/2026

Today is the International Day for Biological Diversity! 🌱💚

This year’s theme, “Acting locally for global impact,” reminds us that actions taken close to home can contribute to the global effort to halt and reverse biodiversity loss.

From learning about the biodiversity around us, to joining events, sharing knowledge and supporting action in our communities, everyone has a role to play.

Explore events, stories and ways to take part 👉
https://www.cbd.int/biodiversity-day