Global Biodiversity Framework Action Plan

The document describes how Biodiversa+, the European Biodiversity Partnership, will support the implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF). The GBF was adopted in 2022 by 196 parties to the CBD and is considered a key global roadmap for halting biodiversity loss by 2030 and achieving the vision of ‘living in harmony with nature’ by 2050. It comprises four overarching goals and 23 specific, mostly quantitative targets (including the “30x30” conservation target, reducing pesticide risks, phasing out environmentally harmful subsidies, and mobilising $200 billion annually for biodiversity). Implementation occurs through national biodiversity strategies (NBSAPs), supported by a comprehensive monitoring and reporting system. Biodiversa+ can play a key role in enabling evidence-based implementation of the GBF across Europe by networking and strengthening research, monitoring, innovation, policy advice, and international cooperation. This Action Plan focuses on three strategic areas of support: Mainstreaming & capacity building Knowledge development & exchange Monitoring & reporting Biodiversa+ can play a key role in the science-based implementation of the GBF in Europe through research, harmonised monitoring, knowledge transfer, capacity building and close cooperation with international and regional actors.