In a world where concerns of environmental loss is growing louder, a new landmark report from UNESCO has revealed a rare glimmer of hope. While global wildlife has plummeted by a staggering 73 per cent since the 1970s, life within the UN science and culture agency's protected territories is holding its ground.
The report, titled 'People and Nature in UNESCO-Designated Sites', is the first of its kind to look at UNESCO's entire network as a single, massive web of protection. From the mist-covered peaks of Global Geoparks to the vibrant underwater World Heritage coral reefs, covering more than 13 million square kilometers - an area larger than China and India combined - this network of 2,260 sites are acting as the planet's vital organs.
by Joji Xavier
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