Global Scans · Life on Land · Weekly Summary

In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Goal 15: Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss,

• [New] Societies will need to rethink how land, water, energy, and raw materials are used if future generations are to live safely and sustainably. ScienceDaily
• [New] Among the risks linked to exceeding Earth's biocapacity are worsening climate impacts, biodiversity loss, declining food and water security, and increasing inequality. ScienceDaily
• [New] Continued population growth combined with current levels of resource use will place even greater strain on ecosystems and societies around the world. ScienceDaily
• [New] More than 6,500 nonindigenous species are now established in the United States, posing risks to native species, valued ecosystems, and human and wildlife health. Federal Register
• [New] Review the risk of wildfires on land, as the number of high-risk days for wildfires are likely to double by 2050. Strutt & Parker - Rural Hub
• [New] A landmark Science paper finds that shifting away from animal products could sharply cut food-related emissions and reduce global agricultural land use by about 75%. Maui Vegan Life
• [New] There is an annual biodiversity funding gap of US$700bn and all sources, from private to public sectors, are being called upon via the KMGBF to mobilise US$200bn annually by 2030. Bizclik Media Ltd
• [New] Biodiversity finance faces a $700 billion gap, largely expected from domestic sources, signalling a shift toward internal capacity building. The Business Standard
• [New] Biodiversity finance faces an estimated $700 billion annual gap, with nearly 85% expected from domestic sources, reflecting a shift toward strengthening internal financing capacity. The Business Standard
• [New] The U.K.'s Royal Astronomical Society is urging governments to formally recognize artificial light at night as a pollutant, warning that growing levels of light pollution are harming human health, biodiversity and astronomical research. Forbes
• [New] Quebec is projected to land slightly above normal in terms of precipitation, with a series of weather systems expected to track more frequently along the Atlantic coast. Time Out
• [New] Japan's unique geography has made it one of the world's biodiversity hotspots, but habitat loss and invasive species have led much of its unique wildlife to become increasingly at risk. BBC
• [New] Sweden is taking a bigger step to protect local ecosystems, and for gardeners, hikers, and homeowners, that could mean healthier landscapes in the years ahead. Yahoo News
• [New] Asia accounts for over 60% of the world's irrigated land, yet suffers from low water use efficiency, creating a vast opportunity for smart technology adoption. Market Data Forecast
• [New] The travel ecosystem will support 376 million jobs globally this year, effectively accounting for one out of every nine positions on the planet. Caribbean News Digital
• [New] South Dakota and Montana could offer additional clues regarding energy development, livestock policy, federal grazing issues and public land management. Ag Bull Trading
• [New] Climate change could reshape forests across Mexico, the United States and Canada over the coming decades. EurekAlert!
• [New] More than 75 new scholarships will boost philanthropic leadership nationwide through The Giving Academy - Australia's flagship learning program for the philanthropic ecosystem. Centre for social impact
• [New] New Mexico, like many other states, is experiencing what experts describe as a startling decline of bugs, a shift that poses critical threats to ecosystems. Source New Mexico
• [New] Growth Potential in Asia-Pacific Manufacturing Hubs Asia-Pacific presents strong growth opportunities due to large-scale textile production capabilities and expanding electronics manufacturing ecosystems. openpr
• [New] Asia-Pacific is projected to register the fastest growth due to large-scale textile manufacturing ecosystems and increasing smart wearable demand in China, Japan, South Korea, and India. openpr
• [New] The United Nations is warning of a global sand deficit caused by over-dredging, threatening water quality, infrastructure, and biodiversity. Circle of Blue

Last updated: 07 June 2026