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As the world marks the International Day for Biological Diversity on May 22, 2025 – the theme “Harmony with Nature and Sustainable Development” serves as both a wake-up call and a roadmap. It urges individuals, governments & businesses alike to realign their priorities with the health of our planet. Basically, this theme reinforces the inextricable link between the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework – two global agendas that must move forward together to secure our shared future.
Harmony or Hazard: How Businesses Must Align with Biodiversity to Survive
Our dependence on ‘nature’ is undeniable. But, are we doing enough?
Whether it’s the air we breathe, the water we drink, or the food and medicine we consume, healthy ecosystems are the very foundation of human life. But here’s a reality check. Biodiversity – the variety of life on Earth – is being lost at an alarming rate!! The Kunming-Montreal Framework, agreed upon in December 2022, outlined 23 ambitious targets for 2030, including restoring 20% of degraded ecosystems and cutting the spread of invasive alien species by 50%.
These goals aren’t just for governments and conservationists – they’re a call to action for everyone, including the business world.
Rethinking Business in a ‘Nature-First ‘World
Entrepreneurs and corporations must acknowledge their dependence on biological systems. Agriculture, fashion, construction, pharmaceuticals – all rely on biodiversity. A degraded planet means – unstable supply chains, lost resources, and ultimately, lost revenue. But there’s another side: opportunity. Businesses that invest in sustainable practices, nature-based solutions, and biodiversity-friendly products can lead the future market, gain consumer trust & attract impact investors.
Biodiversity is also about ‘resilience’. As the climate becomes more unpredictable, ecosystems that are rich in biodiversity are more adaptable and robust. Businesses, too, need this resilience to survive and thrive in the face of environmental shocks.
The Biodiversity Wake-Up Call No One Can Afford to Ignore!
The International Day for Biological Diversity 2025 is not just a commemoration – it’s a global call to repair our relationship with the planet. With only five years left to achieve the 2030 targets, the urgency is non-negotiable.
Each step we take now – to restore habitats, reduce pollution, protect species, and build sustainable supply chains – is actually a step toward a more secure, equitable & vibrant future.
Avtar Madan
Himanshu
Shree Lahiri
