Ecology news in February 2025

In February 2025, significant events took place in the field of ecology, reflecting both the achievements and challenges facing humanity.

Biodiversity Conference in Rome

At the end of February 2025, the 16th UN Conference on Biodiversity took place, at which governments agreed on a strategy to mobilize $200 billion per year to protect nature and achieve the goals of the Kunming-Montreal Global Framework Program.

Threats to marine biodiversity

A study has found that sand mining in coastal areas is threatening the marine biosphere. Scientists have called for strict regulation of this activity as it can have devastating effects on ecosystems.

Climate change and cocoa production

Scientists warn that climate warming could reduce cocoa production by a third, posing a serious threat to the industry and countries dependent on the product.

Problems with microplastics

For the first time, scientists have discovered microplastics in the snow of Antarctica, highlighting the global problem of environmental pollution.

Global environmental challenges

The year 2025 is seen as a key year in the fight against climate change. In 2024, record temperatures were recorded, exceeding pre-industrial levels by 1.5 °C for the first time. 2025 is expected to be no less challenging due to significant political changes, including the return of Donald Trump to the White House and the difficult political situation in Europe. Among the main environmental problems are the water crisis in the Spanish region of Doñana and the construction of a large factory in Galicia, which could significantly affect water consumption. In addition, the influence of far-right political forces on the development of environmental legislation in the European Union is discussed.