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Venue : Davos, Switzerland
25 May 2025 | The Times of India
23 May 2025 | The Hindu
22 May 2025 | The Print
In this edition of Take 3, marking the International Day for Biological Diversity, Ms. Areeba Usmani, Research Associate, TERI, explores the meaning behind this year’s theme — ‘Harmony with Nature and Sustainable Development.’ She unpacks the vital role biodiversity plays in sustaining life on Earth and how aligning with nature is key to building a resilient, inclusive future.
Home to 80% of the world’s terrestrial biodiversity, forests absorb around 2.6 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide (CO₂) each year—nearly one-third of the CO₂ emitted from fossil fuel use—making them powerful allies in the fight against climate change. Protecting forests is essential for maintaining biodiversity and sustaining the planet’s ecological balance.
Source: IUCN
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