On 01 October 24 the book will be available in bookshops and online open access. On 30 September 24 the most important results will be presented in Berlin and the publication will be celebrated.
What is the state of biodiversity in Germany? This question is answered by 150 authors from 75 institutions and associations in the Faktencheck Artenvielfalt (fact check biodiversity), a 1,300-page work with a summary for decision-making in society and politics. The project was funded by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) as part of the Research Initiative for the Conservation of Biodiversity (FEdA).
More than half of all habitats are in a poor ecological condition, a third of all species studied in Germany are endangered and 3% are already considered extinct. A comprehensive analysis of over 15,000 time series reveals more negative than positive trends. The main cause is intensive land use, but the first effects of climate change are also becoming apparent. The loss of biodiversity can jeopardize our well-being and economy, as diverse ecosystems in Germany provide a broader range of services. Positive developments in some species groups and habitats show that it is possible to stop the loss of biodiversity with targeted measures. A real turnaround will require greater restoration of nature and a transformation to an economy that works with biodiversity and not against it. This will only be possible with the support of all social groups.