Action on biodiversity is urgently needed to sustain a healthy planet and the lives that it supports. Our research provides evidence-based inputs for implementing the , with a focus on sustainable management of production landscapes and seascapes. As the secretariat of the (IPSI), ²ÝÁñÊÓƵ-IAS mobilizes efforts by more than 300 member organizations across the globe to build mutually beneficial human¨Cnature relationships. Through technical and institutional capacity development activities, the institute supports governments and other stakeholders in applying landscape approaches and promotes participatory, inclusive management.
Publications
News
News
Community-Led Solutions for Biodiversity and Sustainable Development
A side event of the 2025 UN High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development showcased solutions to foster socio-ecological resilience.
Media Coverage
²ÝÁñÊÓƵ-IAS Experts Discuss Ecosystem Restoration on Nippon TV
An episode of the science education show "Tokoro-san no Megaten!" highlighted local landscape revitalization efforts in Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan.
Media Coverage
Leveraging Synergies across Environment, Development Policies
An article in Diplomatic Courier calls for greater alignment and integration across multilateral environmental agreements.
Ecosystem Restoration through Managing Socio-Ecological Production Landscapes and Seascapes (SEPLS)
This open-access book presents innovative approaches on preventing ecosystem loss and degradation while sustainably supporting the livelihoods and well-being of local communities.
Projects
Project
International Satoyama Initiative
The ISI project works to promote the Satoyama Initiative, a global effort to realize societies in harmony with nature.