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Urgent Action Needed: IPBES Warns Businesses on Biodiversity Risks

2/24/2026

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The Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) released the Business and Biodiversity Assessment report, urging action.
The report warns that companies face risks from nature's decline and outlines 130 actions.
It highlights government roles in reforming subsidies and promoting nature-related disclosures.
The findings align with biodiversity discussions and Canada's Nature Strategy to protect 30% by 2030.
Experts say corporate and government action is essential for transformative change.

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The Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) released the Business and Biodiversity Assessment report, urging action.
The report warns that companies face risks from nature's decline and outlines 130 actions.
It highlights government roles in reforming subsidies and promoting nature-related disclosures.
The findings align with biodiversity discussions and Canada's Nature Strategy to protect 30% by 2030.
Experts say corporate and government action is essential for transformative change.