Endangered public reserves

Threatened urban parklands
Unprotected open space

Nature

Parklands are under constant threat from developers eager to transform them into upmarket golf courses, theme parks and other forms of leisure facility. Efforts are also made to transform such land into semi-exclusive residential areas.

Incidence

Public reserves around the world face significant threats, with an estimated 1 million species at risk of extinction due to habitat loss, climate change, and human encroachment. According to the World Resources Institute, over 50% of protected areas are inadequately managed, leading to degradation and loss of biodiversity. Regions such as the Amazon rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef are particularly vulnerable, with studies indicating that nearly 30% of protected marine areas are experiencing severe ecological decline.
In 2019, the Brazilian Amazon saw a dramatic increase in deforestation, with over 9,000 square kilometers of public reserves lost, primarily due to illegal logging and agricultural expansion. This alarming trend not only threatens the rich biodiversity of the region but also undermines the effectiveness of conservation efforts aimed at protecting these vital ecosystems.

Claim

Endangered public reserves are a critical issue that demands immediate attention. These vital ecosystems, which provide habitat for countless species and essential services for humanity, are under relentless threat from urbanization, pollution, and climate change. The loss of these reserves not only jeopardizes biodiversity but also undermines our health and well-being. Protecting public reserves is not just an environmental concern; it is a moral obligation to future generations. We must act now to safeguard these irreplaceable treasures!