This World Nature Conservation Day, we invite you to learn more about the impactful work that some of our nonprofit partners are doing in this area.<\/p>\n

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A new study<\/a> in the scientific journal Science<\/a> shows that environmental conservation is needed to help slow and potentially reverse biodiversity loss, \u201cThey found that more than half of the time, conservation actions had a net positive effect but did not necessarily stop biodiversity decline. This work shows that multiple types of conservation actions are usually beneficial and are needed to curb the loss of biodiversity.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n

World Nature Conservation Day offers a moment to reflect on our role in fostering a deeper appreciation for our planet\u2019s biodiversity and supporting the stability of ecosystems. At Cisco, investing in resilient ecosystems is one of the three key priorities of The Plan for Possible<\/a>, our next-generation environmental sustainability<\/a> strategy. We invite you to learn more about the impactful work that some of our nonprofit partners are doing in this area. These remarkable organizations remind us that every action counts, and that collaboration is essential to enhance the health of our planet. \u00a0<\/p>\n

Reconnecting Northland \u00a0<\/h2>\n

Reconnecting Northland<\/a>, a non-governmental organization (NGO) based in Te Tai Tokerau (Northland, New Zealand), brings communities, agencies, and resources together to support thriving ecosystems and revitalize biodiversity on behalf of nature and future generations. In response to environmental degradation, community taiao (environment) groups are responding by taking action to protect biodiversity and improve ecosystem health by removing pest and weed species, planting native vegetation, installing fencing, wetland restoration and more. These groups often face significant challenges in acquiring the funding, expert advice, skills, administrative support, and other resources necessary to undertake complex restoration projects. Responses are also often disconnected, leaving well-intended agencies and local communities struggling to achieve desired outcomes.\u00a0<\/p>\n