Located in the Andes mountain range, at the heart of Chile’s Aysén Region, Cerro Castillo National Park protects a unique environment of glaciers and native forests. This natural wealth makes it one of the most iconic protected areas in Chilean Patagonia. Its recent inclusion on the IUCN Green…

Over five days, the Americas Pavilion showcased how the region is shaping global conservation, through Indigenous leadership, cutting-edge science, innovative finance, and partnerships that link local action to global ambition. 

International efforts are increasingly focused on addressing crimes that affect the environment (CAE), with remarkable progress evident from major political commitments in 2025 from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro. CAE is widely recognised as a serious threat to biodiversity, local communities, and…

The IUCN Green List Programme is seeking new members to join the IUCN Green List Panel – the expert body responsible for deciding which protected and conserved areas meet the requirements of the IUCN Green List Standard.

Across more than 15 events on day four at IUCN Congress 2025, the IUCN Protected and Conserved Areas team demonstrated the role of IUCN in setting the course for global policy and practice for area-based conservation. 

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 10 October 2025 – Fourteen conservation leaders were recognised this evening as the IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA) presented its awards during the IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025. The ceremony honoured individuals whose…

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 11 October 2025 (IUCN) – Today at the IUCN World Conservation Congress, the IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA) Large-Scale Conservation Area Task Force launched a new publication titled “…

In September 2025, seven sites from Asia, Europe, and South America were added to the IUCN Green List. Their inclusion reflects excellence in governance, management, and measurable conservation outcomes across a diverse range of landscapes and…

Abu Dhabi, UAE, 11 October 2025, (IUCN World Conservation Congress) – Climate change is now threatening 43% of natural World Heritage sites, surpassing all other threats, according to the new IUCN World Heritage Outlook 4 published today. Invasive alien species (IAS) remain the…

Abu Dhabi, UAE, 11 October 2025, (IUCN World Conservation Congress) – The IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA) has presented 13 rangers and ranger teams with the 2025 International Ranger Awards, recognising their incredible dedication to nature conservation.  …