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GDA Biodiversity Award winners are winning with nature

The GDA Biodiversity Award has once again drawn exceptional interest from around the world, celebrating groundbreaking efforts in conservation and sustainability. This year’s winners have demonstrated outstanding dedication to protecting ecosystems, restoring habitats, and fostering biodiversity. Their inspiring work sets a great example of innovation and commitment to a more sustainable future. The range of winners also shows that the GDA Awards are on the right track as a global focus for change.

Urban areas are gaining recognition for their role in supporting diverse wildlife. Animal Diversity in European Cities, a study in Ireland highlights a significant rise in feral fox populations in cities, up to 10 times higher than in rural areas, showcasing unique urban ecological dynamics. Preliminary data suggest that cities with rich biodiversity provide a better quality of life, reinforcing the link between healthy ecosystems and human well-being. These initiatives encourage residents to take an active role in wildlife monitoring and habitat protection. Collaboration with local authorities ensures that urban development policies align with biodiversity-friendly practices, creating more sustainable and nature-inclusive cities.

The Western Ghats, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is one of the most significant biodiversity hotspots in the world. However, for many years, intensive tea cultivation has dominated the landscape, leading to a decline in native flora and fauna. In response to this challenge, a new biodiversity project has been initiated to restore and enhance the ecological balance of the region.


The primary goal of this GDA winner project is to advance biodiversity by promoting the regeneration of native plant species and improving habitat conditions for wildlife. The project focuses on reducing the environmental impact of monoculture tea plantations and creating corridors that allow indigenous species to thrive once again.

The Bothnia Young Group presented a well-deserved winner project, Arctic Biodiversity. The group conducted a biodiversity study on Hailuoto, an island in the Gulf of Bothnia, Finland. The research focused on the increasing diversity of flora and insect life as the island evolves. Hailuoto is formed through crustal rebound, a geological process where land rises after being compressed under glacial ice. Over time, sea waves, currents, ice thrust, and wind continuously shape the island’s landscape, creating dynamic habitats. Biodiversity is essential for a thriving planet, supporting ecosystems, human well-being, and the resilience of our natural world. The GDA Biodiversity Award plays a vital role in recognizing and promoting innovative efforts that protect and restore biodiversity globally. By celebrating these achievements, we inspire further action toward a more sustainable future.


We encourage passionate individuals and organizations to apply next year and showcase their impactful contributions to biodiversity conservation—your work could be the next to inspire the world!

 

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