Dear supporters of the GNF,
The disastrous decision of Russia to invade Ukraine knows first of all only victims and losers: We feel with the peaceful people in Ukraine, whose homeland is destroyed, who had to flee and who have to mourn many injured and dead. And in Russia, many people are suffering under the sanctions and the country has already sacrificed thousands of young men to a pointless war. However, there is also an opportunity in the united solidarity of peaceful states and the claim to be free from despotic control over fossil energy sources. And it gives me hope that there are more and more initiatives worldwide for a sustainable coexistence of mankind and nature.
In our current newsletter you can get insights into new GNF projects in Mexico, Burundi and Paraguay. Furthermore, I would like to recommend our current Annual Report 2021 to you: This is 48 pages packed with information about global engagement for a better future.
We have little choice but to remain confident with one another. A heartfelt thank you for your support! Udo Gattenlöhner
Executive Director, Global Nature Fund (GNF)
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The Lake of Superlatives is Suffering
On World Wetlands Day, together with the Living Lakes network, we named Lake Malawi "Threatened Lake of the Year 2022": The unique ecosystem is in imminent danger. Shallow Lake with Great Diversity
On the occasion of World Water Day, we have chosen the Dümmer as the "German Living Lake of the Year 2022": The second largest lake in Lower Saxony is the habitat of numerous animal and plant species, some of which are rare. Out Now: Our Annual Report 2021
Where and how have we been involved in the conservation of our natural resources during the past year? In the current GNF Annual Report you will find out: Lively, informative and close to the people who support our commitment.
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Ingenious ideas in yellow: Excellent measures preserve biodiversity in banana and pineapple cultivation
Bananas and pineapples can be produced in a way that does not harm biodiversity. The GNF reports on impressive sustainable examples from the field, which are honored by the "Del Campo al Plato" project. More...
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Charter for the protection of lakes published
Avoid microplastics and reduce their input into Lake Constance: The GNF and the Lake Constance Foundation call on municipalities to sign a voluntary commitment. The paper has a signal effect for lake regions throughout Germany and beyond. More...
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Nitrogen and phosphate loads in German waters need reduction
The fertilizer law needs comprehensive amendment: Eleven associations and organizations of the "Nitrate Initiative", among them the GNF, call on the new federal government to consistently implement the EU Nitrate Directive. More...
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Insect-Responsible Sourcing Regions: Action sheets protect biodiversity in agriculture
From edge strips in fields to nesting trees in vineyards: almost forty descriptions of measures help farmers to secure the insect population on their farms – and are now available for download in German. More...
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Sustainable textile purchasing in companies
With their project Fair Wear Works, the GNF and FEMNET support companies on their way to sustainable textile procurement. Until the end of 2022, the partners offer initial consultation and information events. More (in German)...
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Forest regeneration & indigenous self-governance in Mexico
We support the green lungs and indigenous people in the mountains of Guerrero: This is how we conserve natural resources and strengthen the local people in traditional measures for more sustainability. More...
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Strong schooling thanks to hygiene and water supply in Burundi
We support learning at three pilot schools in Mwaro Province by improving hygiene conditions and providing students with access to clean drinking water. More...
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Sustainable development of the Mbaracayú Forest Reserve, Paraguay
We work with local people to find ways to sustainably improve their economic situation while helping to protect a unique forest ecosystem. More...
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Climate and biodiversity protection for a banana cultivation of the future
04/06/2022, 13.00-14.30 PM CET, Berlin: As part of the leading international trade fair FRUIT LOGISTICA, the biodiversity project Del Campo al Plato and the Action Alliance Sustainable Banana (ABNB) are organizing an event on Climate and Biodiversity Protection in Banana Cultivation. More...
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Conference "European Green Premises"
09/14-09/15/2022, Wiesbaden, Germany: Together with participants from businesses, real estate management, planning actors, local and federal politics, nature conservation associations, and science, the project LIFE BooGI-BOP wants to advance the Europe-wide mainstreaming of biodiversity-oriented premises. More...
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