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the State of the environmentWhat is the current state of our ecosystems, forests and drylands? See also the current state of Biodiversity and Climate Change. Agriculture (2008) by IAASTD Agriculture is closely linked to many concerns, including biodiversity loss, global warming and water availability. The 2008 International Assessment of Agricultural Science and Technology for Development (IAASTD) focuses on how to make better use of agricultural science, knowledge and technology to reduce hunger and poverty, improve rural livelihoods, and foster equitable and sustainable development. More... Summary available in [en][es][fr] Desertification (2005) by MA Desertification, the persistent degradation of drylands, threatens many livelihoods. The Millennium Ecosystem Assessment (MA) produced in 2005 by a large international panel of scientists explored possible options to avoid or reverse desertification and its negative impacts. More... Summary available in [en][es][fr] Ecosystem Change (2005) by MA Humans depend heavily on ecosystem for benefits such as food, but we also have a tremendous impact on them. The Millennium Ecosystem Assessment (MA) produced in 2005 by a large international panel of scientists explored possible options to avoid or reverse desertification and its negative impacts. More... Summary available in [en][es][fr] Fisheries (2004) by FAO The UN Food & Agriculture Organization (FAO) regularly assesses the State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture. The key findings of its 2004 assessement are still valid today. Indeed, many fish stocks are being overexploited, and the international nature of the resources makes them difficult to manage. Is the current food supply in danger? More... Summary available in [en][es][fr] Forests (2006) by FAO Forests provide a wide range of benefits and are heavily exploited. Every 5 years the UN Food & Agriculture Organization (FAO) updates its Global Forest Resources Assessment. Its latest update published in 2006 considers what progress has been made towards sustainable forest management across the world. More... |
