30×30// Hidden Stories SeriesLandmark treaty agreed upon to establish marine protected areas in high seasMarch 7, 2023After nearly two decades of negotiations, UN member states have finally reached an agreement to safeguard seas around the world.The historic treaty, announced on Saturday night in New York after grueling non-stop negotiations, represents a major milestone in the fight to achieve the 30×30 …
Why the UN 30×30 agreement is a big deal
30×30// Hidden Stories SeriesWhy the UN 30×30 agreement is a big dealDecember 20, 2022Yesterday, approximately 190 countries approved a comprehensive United Nations (UN) agreement to protect 30% of the earth’s land and oceans by 2030 and to take other steps to address the loss of biodiversity.Biodiversity, which is decreasing at an unprecedented rate worldwide, threatens the planet’s food and water …