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President Biden Proclaims November 17, 2024, as International Conservation Day

Original title: International Conservation Day, 2024

November 17, 2024

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The Frame

What this does

This proclamation formalizes the administration's environmental agenda and highlights specific international financial commitments and partnerships aimed at global forest and ecosystem preservation.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Local communities, Tribes, farmers, ranchers, foresters, and fishers

These groups are involved in voluntary, locally led conservation and restoration efforts supported by the America the Beautiful initiative.

Developing countries

These nations receive climate financing from the U.S. to support ecosystem preservation and climate change adaptation.

What changed

Last recorded activity November 17, 2024.

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Summary

President Biden has officially proclaimed November 17, 2024, as International Conservation Day to highlight global efforts in climate change mitigation and ecosystem protection. The proclamation outlines the administration's domestic and international conservation initiatives, including land protection goals, climate financing, and reforestation partnerships.

Key Facts

  • Proclaims November 17, 2024, as the first International Conservation Day.
  • Sets a national goal to protect at least 30 percent of U.S. lands and waters by 2030.
  • Reports the conservation of over 45 million acres of U.S. land and water to date.
  • Highlights a $50 billion investment in community and ecosystem resilience via the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
  • Notes the launch of the American Climate Corps to support conservation and clean energy jobs.

Why It Matters

This proclamation formalizes the administration's environmental agenda and highlights specific international financial commitments and partnerships aimed at global forest and ecosystem preservation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of International Conservation Day?
The day is intended to recommit the nation to working with global partners to safeguard natural treasures and address the climate crisis.
What is the '30 by 30' goal mentioned in the document?
It is an administration goal to protect at least 30 percent of the nation's lands and waters by the year 2030.

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Global Conservation Financing

The administration has shifted toward large-scale international financial coalitions, such as the Brazil Restoration and Bioeconomy Finance Coalition, to meet conservation goals.

Connected Entities

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