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IPBES @ipbes.net · 21/09/2026

Extreme events such as heat waves, wildfires and floods have a multitude of negative impacts on nature, humans, and society. Read more about the interconnection of biodiversity, health, climate, food and water in the IPBES #NexusAssessment: www.ipbes.net/nexus-assessment

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 09/09/2026

A successful IPBES assessment requires a lot of collaboration, including the support of a dedicated Technical Support Unit. 🏡 Peter Verburg, #SpatialPlanningConnectivity Assessment Co-Chair explains the role of the TSU and the hosting institution, @ivm-vu-amsterdam.bsky.social 🧪🌍

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 04/09/2026

Congratulations & best wishes to Annett Möhner on her vital new mandate as the Secretary of IPCC from November! The whole IPBES community looks forward to building on our already great collaboration, strengthening science & policy for people and #ForNature! - IPBES Exec Sec Luthando Dziba

Photo of Annett Möhner accompanied by a quote: “I am deeply honoured to take on the role of Secretary of the IPCC and to build on the IPCC’s remarkable legacy.”

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Robert Spaull @rspaull.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Businesses can either lead the way OR risk extinction...of species in nature and also their own! Find out more in this 5th (and final) bite-size video about the @ipbes.net Business and Biodiversity Report #BizBiodiversity

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Robert Spaull @rspaull.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Dive into some very specific risks and opportunities for ALL businesses - based entirely on their impacts and dependencies on nature. Don't miss this 4th bite-size video about the @ipbes.net Business and Biodiversity Report #BizBiodiversity 🧪🌍

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Robert Spaull @rspaull.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

OK, but what specific actions can businesses already take to tackle their impacts AND dependencies on nature? Check out this 3rd bite-size video about the @ipbes.net Business and Biodiversity Assessment #BizBiodiversity

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Robert Spaull @rspaull.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

The 2nd bite-size explainer video about @ipbes.net Business and Biodiversity Assessment Report #BizBiodiversity

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Robert Spaull @rspaull.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

First in a series of bite-size explainer videos to help unpack the tremendously useful @ipbes.net Business and Biodiversity Assessment Report #BizBiodiversity

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 05/06/2026

Both climate change and biodiversity loss are intertwined crises with severe consequences for people and nature. seedling On this #EnvironmentDay and every day, we remember the essential role of biodiversity in effective climate action.

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Rosina @zoltanina.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

I hope you don't mind that I just had to meme this (and squish it a little to fit).

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Robert Spaull @rspaull.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

Find out more about the @ipbes.net Business and Biodiversity Report ahead of the 9 Feb launch!

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Andy Purvis @andypurvisnhm.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

*This* is leadership. And @davidobura.bsky.social is so obviously right: turning your back on facts doesn't make them go away

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Robert Spaull @rspaull.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

"While it is clearly the prerogative of Governments to withdraw from global processes, like those of @ipbes.net, it is important to remember that this does not change the science or the relevance of that science to the lives and livelihoods of people in every community, in every part of the world. 🧪

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 03/12/2025

Attending the World Conference of Science Journalists 2025 in Pretoria, South Africa? Join us tomorrow at 3PM in the Ruby Auditorium for a panel on science data & endangered species moderated by IPBES Robert Spaull In the panel: Roxanne Joseph, Tadeuz Michrowski, & Alexandra Talty See you there!

Poster of a Panel discussion happening at the World Conference of Science Journalists in Pretoria, South Africa, titled "How Scientific Data can kickstart investigations into endangered species" 4 December at 15:00. In the panel: Robert Spaull from IPBES, Roxanne Joseph from Oxpeckers, Alexandra Talty from Journalism Fund Europe, and Tadeusz Michrowski.

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 01/10/2025

RIP #JaneGoodall - one of the modern pioneers of profound interconnections between people, animals and ecosystems. Her life was lived through science, compassion and tireless advocacy for the multiple values of nature - leaving a legacy that will endure for people and planet.

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 01/10/2025

Breaking!📣 This week, Dr. Luthando Dziba officially assumes the role of IPBES Executive Secretary, starting today (1 October). 🏡🧪 Welcome to the new role, Luthando! 👏

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Robert Spaull @rspaull.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

Congratulations Luthando! We all look forward to working with you in the new role!!

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IngerAndersen.bsky.social @ingerandersen.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

I am delighted to announce that Luthando Dziba has been appointed as the next Executive Secretary of @ipbes.net A celebrated conservationist from South Africa, Luthando's work has been focused on innovative solutions to protect species & preserve the habitats that sustain them. Welcome, Luthando!

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 10/07/2025

A great shot of the @ipbes.net MEP & Bureau together this week in Bonn. Also a visual representation of our mission: bringing science & policy together - for people and #ForNature. 🌍🧪 IPBES provides the credible evidence policymakers need to build sustainable futures. 🤝

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Anne Larigauderie @annelarigauderie.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

Congratulations to Hélène Soubelet, Director of @frbiodiv.bsky.social , to whom I had the honor and great pleasure of presenting the insignia of Officier de l'Ordre National du Mérite, yesterday. Thank you Hélène for your leadership for biodiversity and IPBES @ipbes.net @ipbesfr.bsky.social

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 27/06/2025

In light of the exciting news that #IPBES12 will be hosted in Manchester in 2026, the UK’s Special Representative for Nature explains its importance. 🌍🧪 “It’s a chance to demonstrate how we can turn knowledge into action – and action into investment.” - Ruth Davis @ukri.org #BizBiodiversity

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 24/06/2025

BREAKING We are pleased to announce that the venue for #IPBES12 will be Manchester, as announced yesterday by Minister Mary Creagh. Thank you to the UK Government and the city of Manchester, we look forward to launching the #BizBiodiversity Report in the UK in 2026! 🌍🧪 @ukri.org

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Butterfly Blues @choving.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

#TransformativeChange is what we need. Here is one model of the changes needed, in a cute video, backed by a mountain of peer-reviewed science.

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 12/06/2025

🌟 Exciting Update! The laid-out version of the @ipbes.net #TransformativeChange Report Summary for Policymakers (English) is now available! 🧪🌍 Dive into comprehensive insights on biodiversity loss & transformative pathways for just & sustainable futures. Access here: www.ipbes.net/transformati...

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 12/06/2025

🌍 Important News! The laid-out version of the @ipbes.net #NexusAssessment Summary for Policymakers (English) is now available! Discover vital interlinkages between #biodiversity, water, food, & health. Explore options for a sustainable future.🧪 Access here: www.ipbes.net/nexus-assess...

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 11/06/2025

🌍 For the 1st time, we have a systematic global overview of how #InvasiveAlienSpecies change the environment and people's lives. .—Prof. Sven Bacher Discover GIDIAS: 22,000+ records on IAS impacts, now open to researchers worldwide. Watch the full story! 🎥 📖🧪 More: www.nature.com/articles/s41...

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 08/06/2025

🪸 On this #WorldOceanDay, let’s remember that coral reefs host incredible biodiversity, supply our food, and support our health and livelihoods, incl. through tourism, and are vulnerable to climate change, overfishing and pollution. 🧪🌏

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 04/06/2025

@mjmartinezharms.bsky.social, Luis Inostroza & Peter Verburg have been selected to lead the @ipbes.net #SpatialPlanningConnectivity Assessment as Co-chairs. Congratulations! 🌍🧪 The technical support unit will be hosted by @vuamsterdam.bsky.social Read more: www.ipbes.net/media-releas...

Portraits of the three selected Co-Chairs of the IPBES #SpatialPlanningConnectivity Assessment, along with their names and text that reads "Co-Chairs of the IPBES #SpatialPlanningConnectivity Assessment Announced. Assessment's Technical Support Unit to be hosted by Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam."

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davidobura.bsky.social @davidobura.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

Warming is accelerating - can we stop wasting time? "High chance - report released today by @wmo-global.bsky.social says theres now a 70% chance average warming will rise by more than 1.5C between 2025 and 2029, with a strong possibility of a single year hitting 1.9C” @observeruk.bsky.social

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 22/05/2025

On this #BiodiversityDay, let’s remember: Fundamental shifts in how people view and interact with the natural world are urgently needed to halt and reverse #biodiversity loss. 🌍 - @ipbes.net #TransformativeChange Assessment Transformative change is necessary and possible! 🧪

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 21/05/2025

🗞️Authors from the @ipbes.net #InvasiveAlienSpecies Report have published the Global Impacts Dataset of Invasive Alien Species derived from the report, creating a global resource for investigating and managing the impacts of invasive alien species. 🌍🧪 Read more in ‪@nature.com‬ bit.ly/43APoP7

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 19/05/2025

What are the benefits of a Nexus approach? Discover the answer in this new @ipbes.net #NexusAsssessment video. 🌎🧪 Available with subtitles in English, French and Spanish 📽️🔽 youtu.be/_jKBFK0fEAg

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IPBES Nexus Assessment - Benefits of the Nexus approach

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 14/05/2025

Are you detail-oriented? Do you have a knack for research & coordination? Do you have administrative experience in a communications team (ideally focused on environment-related issues)?🧪 Apply today! UN staff position in Bonn, Germany (Not Remote)🌍 careers.un.org/jobSearchDes...

An image of a clownfish in a sea anemone. Overlay text reads: IPBES VACANCY, PUBLIC INFORMATION ASSISTANT (Readvertisement) G-6, DEADLINE 10 JUNE 2025

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Robert Spaull @rspaull.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

I am searching for a key new member of my team - if you know anyone who might be a great admin officer for a small but dyamic sci-comms unit please share with them!

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Anne Larigauderie @annelarigauderie.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

Thank you IPBES experts, IPBES national focal points and all other colleagues and friends for the good work and memories and for your numerous messages. Above all, thank you Team IPBES!

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 05/05/2025

The @ipbes.net secretariat proudly worked >10 yrs under the leadership of Dr. Anne Larigauderie until her retirement last week. Her legacy will be the continuation of our work to strengthen the science-policy interface for #biodiversity and #EcosystemServices. #ThankYouAnne

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 01/05/2025

It’s official! 🎉 The Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland will host #IPBES12, which will be held from 3 to 8 February 2026. Additional info will be communicated in the coming weeks.🌍🧪 www.ipbes.net/notification...

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 30/04/2025

Today we say farewell to @ipbes.net Executive Secretary @annelarigauderie.bsky.social as she steps into a new phase: her well-deserved retirement! The IPBES Secretariat and community thank her for her tireless service, dedication and guidance over these many years. Thank you, Anne!

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 10/04/2025

We have important news… Starting 1 May 2025, @ipbes.net will no longer post to X. Make sure you don't miss any news or updates by following us on any of our other social media accounts, available here: linktr.ee/ipbes

An image of an owl sitting on a branch. Overlay text reads: We are making an X-it. As of 1 May 2025, IPBES will no longer actively post on X, though our account and old posts will remain on the platform. We have built a wonderful community here over many years, but in view of steadily declining reach for science communications, it has become difficult for us to effectively implement our mandate and connect with our audiences.
We are active on many other platforms, including Bluesky and Mastodon, and we hope you will join us there. Links to all our socials can be found here: https://linktr.ee/ipbes
Thank you for your continued support, we appreciate you!

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 03/04/2025

BREAKING: Inger Andersen, Exec Dir of @unep.org has designated @nevilleash.bsky.social (Director @unepwcmc.bsky.social) to serve as Officer-in-Charge of IPBES secretariat when Exec Sec Anne Larigauderie completes her term at end of April, until new Exec Sec appointed. 🌍🧪 Welcome back Neville!

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 27/03/2025

Biodiversity Media Grants 2025 – approaching deadline! 🌍🧪 @earthjournalism.bsky.social is offering grants (up to €12k) to media organizations from low- or middle-income countries to boost #biodiversity reporting. Deadline: 📅 March 30, 2025 🔗Apply 👉 loom.ly/oll1WRE

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 26/03/2025

New Animation! 🌍✨ How can we create just & sustainable futures for people & nature? The @ipbes.net #TransformativeChange Assessment explores the deep shifts needed to tackle biodiversity loss. 📺 Watch now:

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 08/03/2025

Women & girls bear the heaviest burden of environmental degradation. 🌿 @ipbes.net #GlobalAssessment This #IWD2025, let's remember that inclusive environmental governance isn't just fair - it's essential for effective biodiversity protection.

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 08/03/2025

On #IWD2025, let's highlight the unseen impacts of environmental exploitation: gender-based violence that often goes unreported. 🌍🧪 Environmental justice and women's safety are inseparable. 📢 @ipbes.net #TransformativeChange Assessment #ForAllWomenAndGirls

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 03/03/2025

It is possible to create just and sustainable futures for people and nature. 🧪🌍 This #WorldWildLifeDay, CITES is highlighting the value of #InvestingInPeopleAndPlanet. Find out more about this day here: wildlifeday.org/en

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IPBES @ipbes.net · 26/02/2025

Our 1st Biodiversity Science-Policy 'starter pack' is now full (150 accounts). Access at: go.bsky.app/LjV86zg There's a 2nd starter pack already filling up: go.bsky.app/GzM8eok NB: these are mainly IPBES authors & stakeholders regularly engaged with IPBES work. Please follow & share widely! 🌍🧪

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BPBES @bpbes.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

Call for applications is open! @IPBES is looking for new fellows to contribute to its Second Global Assessment on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services, providing key insights for global decision-making. Deadline: 28 March 2025 www.ipbes.net/second-globa...

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Anne Larigauderie @annelarigauderie.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Congratulations to Sandra and Eduardo for this important recognition of their entire career, including of course their significant contributions to IPBES.

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