Knotweed infestation in Cornwall.
Invasive Species | Europe

Another milestone towards 2010: will Europe win the battle against Invasive Species?

The European Commission has just released a Communication on possible measures to be taken against Invasive Species. “Following the European Union’s commitment of halting the loss of biodiversity by 2010, this Communication is crucial to mobilise joint efforts of all EU institutions including its Member States towards this issue”, said Sebastian Winkler, Head of Countdown 2010. …  

05 Dec 2008 | News - News story

Her Majesty Queen Beatrix of The Netherlands with Julia Marton-Lefèvre, IUCN Director General and other participants

Her Majesty Queen Beatrix celebrates 30th anniversary of IUCN Netherlands Committee

The IUCN Netherlands Committee turned 30 – and Her Majesty Queen Beatrix of The Netherlands came to celebrate at a symposium on “Ecosystems and Human Society in the 21st Century” held in Amsterdam. …  

03 Dec 2008 | News - News story

After the fire

Use nature to fight climate change – IUCN

Countries should use their natural resources to fight climate change, according to IUCN.  

30 Nov 2008 | News - Press Release

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