Countries agree new action plan for biodiversity

After nearly two weeks of negotiations in Yerevan, countries agreed measures to increase action on existing biodiversity targets.

Countries met in Yerevan. Talks lasted nearly two weeks. They agreed new biodiversity action.

The plan aims to protect 30% of land and seas by 2030.

Countries also agreed a money goal. Biodiversity should get $30bn each year by 2030.

Governments said they are late. They agreed to work harder.

The plan includes nature protection. It includes ecosystem repairs.

Countries postponed a fund decision. The fund is for some companies.

These companies benefit from digital biodiversity resources. The next summit will be in Ecuador.

Section: Science

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