10 protected and conserved areas in France, Italy, and Switzerland were admitted to the IUCN Green List this month. Three existing Green List sites in the Republic of Korea and one in Italy also saw their status renewed. The IUCN Green List now counts 59 sites in 16 countries around the world. “As IUCN and the global community call for the protection of 30% of our planet’s surface by 2030, IUCN Green List sites provide the best examples of effectiveness and inclusiveness, which are essential for our efforts to succeed,” said IUCN Director General Dr Bruno Oberle. Read more |