IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025:
India will unveil its first-ever Red List of Endangered Species at the IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025 in Abu Dhabi, UAE.The IUCN World Conservation Congress (WCC) is a quadrennial (every 4 year) global summit organised by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
It brings together governments, civil society, scientists, indigenous groups, and private sector leaders to decide global priorities for nature conservation, climate action, and sustainable development. It is regarded as the world’s largest and most influential conservation policy forum. Host Country: United Arab Emirates.
Themes of IUCN Congress 2025:
- Scaling Up Resilient Conservation Action – Expanding effective ecosystem restoration and species protection efforts.
- Reducing Climate Overshoot Risks – Accelerating climate mitigation to prevent irreversible ecological tipping points.
- Delivering on Equity – Ensuring inclusive, just, and community-driven conservation.
- Transitioning to Nature-Positive Economies and Societies – Promoting sustainable production, circular economy, and green finance.
- Disruptive Innovation and Leadership for Conservation – Harnessing technology, AI, and youth leadership for conservation breakthroughs.
