
Biodiversity
Human survival is intrinsically linked to forests, yet deforestation and forest degradation continue at alarming rates. The consequences will be tragic – especially in biodiverse tropical areas – with looming mass extinctions of plants and animals, and increased likelihood of infectious diseases.
Landscape Alliance scientists are helping to combat deforestation and biodiversity loss through targeted research and engagement across all of our thematic areas, particularly through our work on tree genetic resources, restoration, sustainable forest management, and soil and land health.
Biodiversity: Fast facts
Over 50%
of the world’s tropical forests have been destroyed
27%
of assessed species are threatened with extinction
>55%
of global GDP depends on healthy ecosystems
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Landscape Alliance focuses on four global challenges where our science, partnerships and field experience can deliver real-world impact.
































