Listen: What did COP17 on biodiversity bring?

The COP17 biodiversity summit concluded with minimal progress, as countries struggled to agree on impactful measures. Despite the adoption of the Kunming-Montreal framework in 2022, no targets are currently on track. Investment in ecosystem restoration needs to quadruple to meet global goals. While countries acknowledged their shortcomings, discussions on harmful subsidies and funding for developing nations yielded little commitment. NGOs still support the COP process, highlighting the recognition of IPBES as a positive outcome, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging scientific facts for future actions.