Survival Revolution

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In October 2020, world leaders gather for the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity in Kunming, China.They will set new spatial targets for the protection of Earth’s biosphere. Currently, these targets are 17% terrestrial and 10% marine. A traditional and contemporary scientific consensus concludes that humans need at least half of Earth to remain wild and intact.

Myanmar Plaza, Yangon, Myanmar (Burma)
For millions of years, wild nature has functioned to produce everything life needs most. Leaving half of Earth's land and seas in its natural state is essential for the continuation of Earth's life support systems. 2020 is the year we can influence world leaders to protect enough nature to save life on Earth.

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The Challenge

Big problems require big solutions, even though coordinating across cultures and around the world can be difficult, especially when few people are aware of the problem or its solution.

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The Opportunity

We are recruiting influencers from around the globe to help shape the 2020 decision, and encourage leaders to protect half of Earth’s land and seas by 2030. Your help is needed. Together, we can take the next step toward a healthier world.

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Welcome to the Survival Revolution
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Something's Coming in 2020
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Defend Life's Home

The Nature Needs Half movement is only as strong as its member organizations. Discover more about the individuals and organizations who have committed to protecting 50% of the planet by 2050.

Photo by natataek/ Apeldoorn Apenheul Zoo
Kayapo children, Brazil. Photo by Cristina Mittermeier.
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How to Help

If you believe that we have a window of opportunity to end the Sixth Mass Extinction by protecting half of nature, act today and become a part of a global community transforming society's relationship with the natural world!

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Become a Member

Building political will for nature starts with building community. When your organization joins Nature Needs Half you create new opportunities for change in your region.
Donate

Support our work to protect half of nature. Your contributions go towards expanding and strengthening local coalitions around the world working to protect half of their regions.
Sign the Declaration

When you sign the Nature Needs Half Declaration you publicly declare your support for a respectful relationship with nature and build momentum for change!