Saving Harlequin Toads
Nature Transformation Fund • Bolivia + 10 countries
The jewels of the Neotropics
The Atelopus Survival Initiative (ASI) unites over 40 organizations from 13 countries to protect harlequin toads, one of the most endangered groups of amphibians. This project strengthens the ASI’s coordination by funding a dedicated role to facilitate collaboration, mobilize resources, and implement conservation strategies. Additionally, field efforts targeting three critically threatened species will improve knowledge, mitigate threats, and implement site-based conservation actions to prevent further declines.
Ecosystem Health
Projects in this pillar support the protection and restoration of freshwater, land, and ocean realms, crucial for meeting the '30x30' targets of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. This ambitious goal seeks to effectively protect and manage 30% of the world’s terrestrial, inland water, and coastal and marine areas by 2030. Achieving this is vital as currently, only about 17% of land and 8% of marine areas are under some form of protection. These efforts are essential to address the intertwined crises of biodiversity loss and climate change, ensuring the survival of natural systems that protect human well-being and support all life on Earth.
Ecosystem Health
Kenya + 2 countries
Natural Justice is working to protect Indigenous rights and traditional knowledge across South Africa, Kenya, and Senegal. The initiative focuses on legal advocacy, capacity-building, and integrating Indigenous knowledge into environmental policies. Through partnerships and global advocacy, the project ensures that Indigenous communities have a voice in environmental governance.
Ecosystem Health
India
This pilot project by the Indian Institute for Human Settlements (IIHS) tackles urban ecology and water management challenges in Bengaluru, India. By combining ecological restoration with sustainable urban planning, the initiative aims to enhance biodiversity and improve water security through the mapping of blue-green spaces, constructed wetlands, and long-term monitoring of urban lakes.
Ecosystem Health
United States
The Conservation Finance Alliance (CFA) incubator aims to identify, incubate and enhance conservation finance solutions and tools to drive greater impact. Over the course of one year, it will support 5-10 groundbreaking projects selected through a global call for proposals by providing grants, mentorship, and development opportunities. By nurturing these concepts, the program aims to unlock additional funding and scale impactful conservation initiatives worldwide.