World lagging on key UN biodiversity targets
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World lagging on key UN biodiversity targets September 23, 2026 World governments are off track to meet a historic United Nations target to protect at least 30% of the planet's land and seas by the year 2030, according to a new study published Wednesday.
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World lagging on key UN biodiversity targets September 23, 2026 World governments are off track to meet a historic United Nations target to protect at least 30% of the planet's land and seas by the year 2030, according to a new study published Wednesday.
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