The IUCN World Conservation Fund (WCF) is an initiative of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) that supports the preservation of biodiversity by funding projects aimed at protecting endangered species, ecosystems, and promoting sustainable development. However, current global challenges are straining the Fund’s ability to meet its goals and have hindered conservation efforts. Delegates should collaborate and address these issues through multi-lateral strategies to bolster conservation efforts and strengthen these ecosystems.

Topics and Questions to Consider

Topic 1: Conservation of Ecosystems as a Result of Climate Change

Questions to Consider

1. What are the key strategies for helping ecosystems adapt to changing environmental conditions?

2. What are the most significant effects of climate change on ecosystems, and which are most greatly impacted?

3. How does the loss of biodiversity (such as the extinction of a species) impact ecosystem resilience?

4. What restoration projects can be developed to increase ecosystem resilience?

Topic 2: Biodiversity Monitoring and Data Sharing

Questions to Consider

1. How can emerging technologies be used to improve data collection and sharing?

2. How can a properly developed biodiversity monitoring system be linked with data on climate change and pollution to develop a comprehensive understanding of ecosystem’s wellbeing?

3. What measures can be put in place to ensure the accuracy and reliability of data collected?

4. How can these respective monitoring systems be put into use over large-scale regions, such as oceans or deserts?