Forests |
Sustainable Logging |
North America |
Biodiversity Preservation |
Forestry Companies |
Balanced Economic Growth |
Forest Management Act |
2010 |
Water |
Integrated Water Resources Management |
Asia |
Water Quality Improvement |
Government Agencies |
Sustainable Water Use |
Water Framework Directive |
2015 |
Minerals |
Responsible Mining Practices |
South America |
Ecosystem Protection |
Mining Corporations |
Minimize Environmental Impact |
Mining Code Revisions |
2018 |
Fisheries |
Catch Limits and Quotas |
Oceans |
Fisheries Sustainability |
Fishermen Associations |
Protect Fish Stocks |
Fisheries Act |
2012 |
Land Use |
Conservation Land Use Planning |
Africa |
Soil Erosion Control |
Local Communities |
Sustainable Land Management |
Land Use Policy |
2019 |
Energy |
Renewable Energy Development |
Global |
Reduction in Carbon Footprint |
Energy Companies |
Transition to Clean Energy |
Energy Transition Policy |
2020 |
Air |
Air Quality Management Plans |
Urban Areas |
Public Health Improvement |
Municipal Governments |
Reduce Air Pollution |
Clean Air Act |
2014 |
Wildlife |
Habitat Conservation |
Global |
Biodiversity Conservation |
NGOs |
Maintain Wildlife Habitats |
Endangered Species Act |
2011 |
Tourism |
Sustainable Ecotourism Development |
Pacific Islands |
Economic Growth |
Tourism Boards |
Promote Local Culture |
Ecotourism Guidelines |
2021 |
Climate |
Climate Change Mitigation |
Global |
Global Warming Reduction |
Environmental NGOs |
Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions |
Paris Agreement |
2016 |
Coastal Resources |
Integrated Coastal Zone Management |
Caribbean |
Shoreline Protection |
Coastal Communities |
Sustainable Coastal Development |
Coastal Zone Act |
2017 |
Deserts |
Desertification Control Programs |
Africa and Asia |
Ecosystem Restoration |
Rural Communities |
Restore Degraded Lands |
UN Convention to Combat Desertification |
2018 |
Agroforestry |
Sustainable Agricultural Practices |
Latin America |
Soil Health Improvement |
Farmers |
Increase Crop Yield |
Agroforestry Policies |
2015 |
Biological Diversity |
Biodiversity Management Plans |
Global |
Ecosystem Resilience |
Research Institutions |
Protect Diverse Species |
Biodiversity Action Plan |
2019 |
Urban Green Spaces |
Greening Urban Areas |
Cities |
Improved Urban Air Quality |
City Planners |
Enhance Urban Biodiversity |
Urban Green Space Policies |
2022 |
Renewable Resources |
Recycling and Waste Management |
Global |
Resource Recovery |
Waste Management Companies |
Reduce Waste |
Waste Management Regulations |
2021 |
Land Restoration |
Reforestation Initiatives |
Global |
Carbon Sequestration |
Environmental NGOs |
Restore Forest Cover |
Reforestation Framework |
2014 |
Fisheries |
Marine Protected Areas |
Oceans |
Biodiversity Protection |
Fishermen and Conservationists |
Sustainable Fishing Practices |
Marine Protection Policies |
2013 |
Climate Adaptation |
Resilient Infrastructure Planning |
Coastal Areas |
Disaster Risk Reduction |
Government and NGOs |
Adapt to Climate Change Effects |
National Adaptation Plan |
2020 |
Energy |
Energy Efficiency Programs |
Industry |
Reduction in Energy Use |
Manufacturers |
Lower Carbon Emissions |
Energy Saving Regulations |
2018 |
Water |
Rainwater Harvesting |
Urban Areas |
Water Conservation |
Residents |
Enhance Water Supply |
Rainwater Management Guidelines |
2017 |
Soil |
Soil Quality Assessment |
Agricultural Land |
Soil Health Improvement |
Farmers |
Sustainable Agriculture |
Soil Conservation Act |
2016 |
Fisheries |
Aquaculture Development |
Coastal Regions |
Sustainable Seafood Production |
Aquaculture Firms |
Enhance Food Security |
Aquaculture Policies |
2019 |
Carbon Sequestration |
Forested Carbon Credits |
Global |
Climate Change Mitigation |
Forestry Management Companies |
Promote Carbon Offsetting |
Carbon Trading Regulations |
2018 |
Land Use |
Land Tenure Security |
Developing Nations |
Agricultural Productivity |
Local Farmers |
Enhance Land Rights |
Land Tenure Policies |
2015 |
Wildlife |
Community-Based Wildlife Management |
Africa |
Rural Economic Development |
Local Communities |
Promote Conservation |
Wildlife Conservation Act |
2014 |
Coastal Resources |
Coastal Erosion Management |
South-East Asia |
Protect Coastal Communities |
Governments and NGOs |
Mitigate Coastal Vulnerabilities |
Coastal Protection Policies |
2018 |
Renewable Energy |
Solar Energy Projects |
Global |
Clean Energy Transitions |
Energy Cooperatives |
Increase Renewable Capacity |
Renewable Energy Acts |
2021 |
Water |
Watershed Management |
Global |
Water Supply Protection |
Environmental Agencies |
Protect Water Resources |
Watershed Legislation |
2016 |
Fisheries |
Bycatch Reduction Techniques |
Oceans |
Sustainable Fisheries |
Fishing Industries |
Minimize Ecosystem Impact |
Bycatch Reduction Programs |
2017 |
Forestry |
Agroforestry Practices |
Tropical Regions |
Soil and Water Conservation |
Local Farmers |
Enhance Land Productivity |
Agroforestry Initiatives |
2018 |
Energy |
Wind Energy Development |
Various Regions |
Clean Energy Generation |
Energy Companies |
Increase Wind Power Usage |
Wind Energy Policies |
2021 |
Pollution Control |
Contaminated Land Remediation |
Urban Areas |
Public Health Improvement |
Government Agencies |
Restore Degraded Lands |
Landfill Management Regulations |
2015 |
Waste Management |
Circular Economy Strategies |
Global |
Resource Efficiency |
Manufacturers |
Reduce Resource Use |
Circular Economy Policies |
2019 |
Air Quality |
Emission Reduction Strategies |
Cities |
Improve Urban Health |
Local Governments |
Enhance Air Quality |
Air Quality Improvement Plans |
2021 |
Biological Resources |
Traditional Knowledge Protection |
Indigenous Territories |
Cultural Heritage Preservation |
Indigenous Peoples |
Maintain Biodiversity |
Traditional Knowledge Protocols |
2018 |
Climate Change |
Greenhouse Gas Inventories |
Global |
Accountability in Emissions |
Environmental Authorities |
Track Emissions Reduction |
Climate Reporting Frameworks |
2020 |
Water Quality |
Ecosystem-Based Management |
Watersheds |
Enhance Aqua Ecosystems |
Environmental NGOs |
Promote Healthy Water Bodies |
Water Quality Standards |
2016 |
Energy |
Nuclear Resource Management |
National |
Safety in Energy Production |
Nuclear Regulatory Commissions |
Enable Responsible Nuclear Energy Use |
Nuclear Energy Policy |
2017 |
Fisheries |
Sustainable Seafood Certifications |
Global |
Consumer Awareness |
Conservation NGOs |
Promote Sustainable Choices |
Sustainability Standards |
2019 |
Deserts |
Sustainable Grazing Management |
Arid Lands |
Prevent Overgrazing |
Ranchers |
Balance Livestock and Ecosystems |
Grazing Policies |
2018 |
Land Use |
Urban Land Use Planning |
Urban Areas |
Manage Urban Growth |
City Councils |
Promote Sustainable Development |
Urban Planning Regulations |
2022 |
Forests |
Community Forestry |
Global |
Engage Local Communities |
Forestry Departments |
Empower Local Forest Users |
Community Forestry Guidelines |
2021 |
Water Resources |
Transboundary Water Cooperation |
International River Basins |
Water Conflict Prevention |
Governments |
Ensure Fair Water Sharing |
Transboundary Water Agreements |
2018 |
Wildlife |
Anti-Poaching Initiatives |
Africa |
Wildlife Protection |
Conservation Authorities |
Combat Illegal Wildlife Trade |
Protective Wildlife Laws |
2020 |
Fisheries |
Community Fisheries Management |
Local Communities |
Sustainable Fish Practices |
Fishermen |
Enhance Food Sovereignty |
Local Fisheries Guidelines |
2021 |
Energy |
Geothermal Energy Expansion |
Geothermal Regions |
Clean Energy Projects |
Energy Development Companies |
Expand Renewable Resources |
Geothermal Policies |
2019 |
Urban Planning |
Smart Growth Initiatives |
Cities |
Sustainable City Development |
Local Governments |
Reduce Urban Sprawl |
Smart Growth Regulations |
2020 |
Land |
Soil Conservation Techniques |
Agricultural Regions |
Erosion Control |
Farmers |
Maintain Soil Health |
Soil Conservation Policies |
2018 |
Water Management |
Urban Water Supply Solutions |
Cities |
Increase Water Security |
Municipal Authorities |
Enhance Urban Resilience |
Urban Water Management Plans |
2020 |
Energy |
Bioenergy Development |
Rural Areas |
Waste Utilization |
Farmers |
Transition to Biochemical Energy |
Bioenergy Policies |
2018 |
Desertification |
Drought Resistance Programs |
Arid Regions |
Restore Degraded Areas |
Local Communities |
Mitigate Effects of Drought |
Drought Policy |
2017 |
Pollution |
Heavy Metal Testing in Soil |
Industrial Regions |
Health Risk Management |
Environmental Agencies |
Identify Contamination Risks |
Heavy Metal Standards |
2018 |
Agroecosystems |
Permaculture Practices |
Diverse Ecosystems |
Sustainable Food Systems |
Farmers |
Enhance Long-term Sustainability |
Permaculture Legislation |
2021 |
Water Management |
Stormwater Management |
Urban Areas |
Flood Mitigation |
City Planners |
Reduce Urban Flood Risks |
Stormwater Regulations |
2020 |
Forestry |
Ecosystem-Based Forest Management |
Forested Regions |
Forest Health Improvements |
Forestry Agencies |
Sustainable Timber Production |
Ecosystem Management Policies |
2019 |
Air |
Greenhouse Gas Monitoring |
Global |
Track Emission Sources |
Environmental Scientists |
Assess Climate Change Contributors |
GHG Inventory Guidelines |
2016 |
Climate Change |
Carbon Offset Programs |
Global |
Reduce Carbon Footprint |
Businesses |
Promote Carbon Offsetting |
Carbon Offset Standards |
2020 |
Land Management |
Biodiversity-Friendly Farming |
Global |
Integrate Biodiversity |
Farmers |
Enhance Ecosystem Services |
Biodiversity Farming Policies |
2018 |
Water |
Groundwater Recharge Projects |
Rural Areas |
Improve Water Supply |
Local Authorities |
Enhance Natural Aquifers |
Groundwater Management Plans |
2019 |
Wildlife |
Wildlife Corridors |
Global |
Facilitate Animal Movement |
Conservation Groups |
Connect Habitats |
Wildlife Connectivity Policies |
2021 |
Energy |
Hydropower Sustainability |
River Basins |
Reduce Environmental Impact |
Energy Companies |
Ensure Responsible Hydropower Practices |
Hydropower Regulations |
2018 |
Natural Resources |
Resource Use Planning |
Global |
Sustainable Development |
Governments and NGOs |
Balance Resource Extraction |
Resource Management Strategies |
2021 |
Community Development |
Participatory Resource Management |
Local Communities |
Empowerment Initiatives |
Urban Development Agencies |
Encourage Local Participation |
Resource Management Frameworks |
2019 |
Fisheries |
Livelihood Improvement for Fishers |
Coastal Areas |
Economic Stability |
Fishermen |
Enhance Fisheries-dependent Communities |
Fisheries Support Programs |
2018 |
Marine Resources |
Blue Carbon Initiatives |
Coastal Regions |
Coastal Protection |
Environmental NGOs |
Conserve Coastal Ecosystems |
Blue Carbon Policies |
2019 |
Urban Ecology |
Biodiversity in Urban Landscapes |
Urban Areas |
Enhance City Biodiversity |
Urban Planners |
Promote Urban Nature Conservation |
Urban Ecology Guidelines |
2022 |
Climate Resilience |
Climate Smart Agriculture |
Global |
Food Security Improvement |
Farmers and Agriculturalists |
Adapt Agricultural Practices |
Climate Smart Policies |
2018 |
Land Use |
Land Restoration Projects |
Degraded Areas |
Ecosystem Recovery |
Government Programs |
Increase Ecosystem Services |
Restoration Strategies |
2019 |
Air Quality |
Air Pollution Control Measures |
Industrial Areas |
Improve Public Health |
Regulatory Agencies |
Regulate Emissions |
Air Pollution Policies |
2017 |
Public Health |
Environmental Health Assessments |
Urban Areas |
Reduce Pollution Impacts |
Health Departments |
Promote Healthy Environments |
Health Impact Assessments |
2020 |
Water Conservation |
Water Savings Programs |
Urban Areas |
Increase Water Efficiency |
Municipal Authorities |
Promote Conservation Practices |
Water Conservation Strategies |
2021 |
Agroforestry |
Forest Farming Techniques |
Temperate Regions |
Diversify Farming Systems |
Farmers |
Increase Resilience |
Agroforestry Policies |
2019 |
Energy |
Energy Transition Initiatives |
Global |
Move Towards Renewables |
National Governments |
Encourage Renewable Investments |
Energy Transition Policies |
2021 |
Natural Resources |
Community Resource Management |
Indigenous Lands |
Sustainability in Management |
Indigenous Communities |
Empower Local Management |
Resource Management Agreements |
2018 |
Wildlife |
Species Monitoring Programs |
Areas of High Biodiversity |
Conservation Success |
Ecologists and NGOs |
Track Endangered Species |
Species Protection Policies |
2019 |
Climate Change |
Carbon Management Practices |
Global |
Maintain Carbon Balance |
Environmental Organizations |
Mitigate Climate Change Effects |
Carbon Management Guidelines |
2020 |
Fisheries |
Innovative Fishing Gear Research |
Oceans |
Reduce Unintended Bycatch |
Research Institutions |
Enhance Fishing Method Efficiency |
Fishing Gear Policies |
2021 |
Water Resources |
Drought Mitigation Strategies |
Drought-Prone Areas |
Water Security |
Government Authorities |
Promote Resilient Water Practices |
Drought Policy Frameworks |
2020 |
Energy |
Offshore Wind Development |
Coastal Regions |
Renewable Energy Expansion |
Energy Firms |
Increase Clean Power Production |
Offshore Wind Policies |
2018 |
Forestry |
Pine Beetle Management |
Forested Areas |
Forest Health Maintenance |
Forestry Departments |
Prevent Forest Losses |
Pest Management Strategies |
2020 |
Agroecology |
Crop Rotation Practices |
Farming Areas |
Soil Health Improvement |
Farmers |
Enhance Agricultural Sustainability |
Agroecological Practices |
2019 |
Wildlife |
Eco-Tourism Initiatives |
National Parks |
Biodiversity Conservation |
Tourism Operators |
Promote Conservation Through Tourism |
Eco-Tourism Policies |
2021 |
Water Management |
Flood Control Management |
River Floodplains |
Protect Communities |
Local Governments |
Control Flood Risks |
Flood Management Strategies |
2020 |
Energy |
Geothermal Resource Utilization |
Hot Spots |
Sustainable Energy Source |
Energy Companies |
Promote Geothermal Energy Use |
Geothermal Policy Frameworks |
2019 |
Pollution Control |
Industrial Wastewater Management |
Industrial Areas |
Protect Water Quality |
Industries and Regulators |
Reduce Water Contaminants |
Wastewater Treatment Policies |
2018 |
Land Use |
Brownfield Redevelopment Projects |
Urban Areas |
Revitalize Contaminated Lands |
Urban Planning Departments |
Encourage Land Reuse |
Brownfield Regulations |
2020 |
Biodiversity |
Invasive Species Management |
Diverse Ecosystems |
Protect Native Species |
Environmental Authorities |
Reduce Invasive Species Impact |
Invasive Species Policies |
2019 |
Resource Management |
Sustainable Livestock Management |
Ranching Areas |
Balance Livestock and Ecosystems |
Farmers |
Support Sustainable Practices |
Livestock Policies |
2021 |
Natural Resources |
Environmental Education Programs |
Global |
Awareness and Engagement |
Schools and NGOs |
Promote Sustainability Practices |
Environmental Education Standards |
2020 |
Fisheries |
Aquatic Habitat Restoration |
Coastal Areas |
Restore Ecosystem Function |
Fishermen and NGOs |
Enhance Fisheries Health |
Habitat Restoration Policies |
2019 |
Climate Resilience |
Building Resilience in Vulnerable Communities |
Global |
Strengthen Community Adaptation |
Local Governments |
Promote Adaptive Practices |
Resilience Frameworks |
2021 |
Energy |
Hydrogen Fuel Initiatives |
Global |
Promote Hydrogen as Energy |
Energy Innovators |
Invest in Alternative Fuels |
Hydrogen Policies |
2020 |
Urban Ecology |
Green Infrastructure Development |
Cities |
Enhance Urban Resilience |
City Planners |
Incorporate Greenspaces |
Green Infrastructure Guidelines |
2021 |
Water Management |
Surface Water Protection |
Watersheds |
Ensure Clean Water Sources |
Environmental Agencies |
Promote Water Quality |
Surface Water Policies |
2018 |
Forestry |
Forest Fire Management Planning |
Forest Areas |
Prevent Wildfires |
Fire Services |
Enhance Fire Resilience |
Forest Fire Management Plans |
2019 |
Waste Management |
Plastic Waste Reduction Initiatives |
Global |
Enhance Recycling Rates |
Governments and NGOs |
Reduce Plastic Pollution |
Plastic Waste Policies |
2018 |
Biodiversity |
Conservation Easements |
Private Lands |
Protect Biodiversity |
Landowners and NGOs |
Maintain Natural Habitats |
Conservation Easement Laws |
2020 |
Natural Resources |
Sustainable Ocean Economy |
Coastal Regions |
Balance Economic and Environmental Needs |
Governments |
Promote Blue Economy |
Ocean Economy Frameworks |
2021 |
Community Development |
Community-Based Water Management |
Rural Areas |
Empower Local Decisions |
Local Communities |
Ensure Sustainable Water Use |
CBWM Guidelines |
2019 |
Natural Resources |
Resource Efficiency Programs |
Industrial Sectors |
Reduce Waste and Costs |
Industry Leaders |
Encourage Sustainable Practices |
Resource Efficiency Regulations |
2020 |
Pollution |
Air Quality Improvement Initiatives |
Urban Areas |
Reduce Air Pollution |
Public Health Departments |
Enhance Public Health Measures |
Air Quality Improvement Strategies |
2021 |
Watershed Management |
Watershed Protection Plans |
Rural and Urban Areas |
Maintain Water Supply |
Stakeholders and Agencies |
Protect Water Resources |
Watershed Protection Regulations |
2019 |
Natural Resources |
Timberland Investment Strategies |
Forested Areas |
Sustainable Forestry Practices |
Investors |
Promote Sustainable Harvesting |
Timberland Management Policies |
2020 |
Water Quality |
Monitoring of Kindred Water Bodies |
Global |
Determine Water Quality |
Environmental Monitoring Agencies |
Enhance Knowledge of Water Bodies |
Water Quality Monitoring Standards |
2019 |
Wildlife |
Species Recovery Plans |
Endangered Species Habitats |
Restore Populations |
Conservation Agencies |
Protect Threatened Species |
Species Recovery Policies |
2020 |
Energy |
Smart Grid Technologies |
Urban Areas |
Enhance Energy Management |
Utility Companies |
Improve Energy Distribution |
Smart Grid Regulations |
2021 |
Climate Strategy |
Climate Resilience Frameworks |
Coastal Areas |
Adaptation Approach |
Local Governments |
Incorporate Climate Change in Planning |
Climate Resilience Planning Guidance |
2020 |
Soil Health |
Soil Amendments Research |
Farming Areas |
Enhance Soil Fertility |
Research Institutions |
Improve Crop Yields |
Soil Health Standards |
2019 |
Water |
Treated Wastewater Reuse |
Municipal Areas |
Water Supply Augmentation |
Water Agencies |
Promote Water Recycling |
Wastewater Reuse Regulations |
2021 |
Renewable Resources |
Energy Harvesting Technologies |
Global |
Increase Renewable Energy Use |
Innovators and Scientists |
Design Efficient Energy Solutions |
Energy Innovation Policies |
2020 |
Fisheries |
Fisheries Innovation |
Aquatic Ecosystems |
Improve Fishing Techniques |
Fisheries Scientists |
Enhance Resource Sustainability |
Aquatic Innovation Strategies |
2019 |
Wildlife |
Habitat Enhancement Projects |
Biodiverse Areas |
Restore Ecosystem Health |
Conservation Organizations |
Support Wildlife Populations |
Habitat Preservation Initiatives |
2021 |
Natural Resources |
Ecosystem Service Valuation |
Global |
Assess Environmental Benefits |
Economists and Ecologists |
Promote Ecosystem Understanding |
Ecosystem Valuation Guidelines |
2020 |
Climate Change |
Carbon Neutrality Goals |
Organizations |
Mitigate Climate Effects |
Corporate Leaders |
Aim for Carbon Neutral Operations |
Carbon Neutrality Frameworks |
2021 |
Water Management |
Desalination Projects |
Coastal Areas |
Expand Freshwater Resources |
Governments and Firms |
Develop Desalination Technologies |
Desalination Regulations |
2019 |
Forestry |
Sustainable Harvesting Certification Programs |
Forested Regions |
Encourage Responsible Harvesting |
Forestry Companies |
Achieve Sustainable Practices |
Certification Standards |
2020 |
Pollution Prevention |
Chemical Risk Assessments |
Industries |
Public Health Protection |
Environmental Regulators |
Minimize Chemical Exposure |
Chemical Management Policies |
2021 |
Energy |
Energy Storage Solutions |
Global |
Optimize Energy Use |
Energy Innovators |
Improve Renewable Integration |
Energy Storage Regulations |
2020 |
Urban Planning |
Resource Efficiency in Cities |
Urban Areas |
Sustainable City Living |
Urban Developers |
Enhance City Resilience |
Urban Resource Efficiency Policies |
2021 |
Wildlife |
Community Wildlife Monitoring |
Rural Areas |
Enhance Conservation Efforts |
Local Collectives |
Involve Communities in Monitoring |
Community Engagement Policies |
2018 |
Biodiversity |
Wildlife Surveys and Research |
Global |
Track Biodiversity Trends |
Ecologists and Conservationists |
Determine Species Health |
Biodiversity Survey Guidelines |
2021 |
Climate Adaptation |
Adaptive Capacity Building |
Vulnerable Regions |
Strengthening Communities |
NGOs and Governments |
Promote Resilience and Adaptation |
Capacity Building Frameworks |
2020 |
Water Management |
Watershed Restoration Projects |
Ecosystem Areas |
Seeking Ecological Balance |
Community Groups |
Restore Watershed Functionality |
Watershed Restoration Policies |
2019 |