The recent horizon scan led by William J. Sutherland highlights emerging developments that could shape biodiversity outcomes over the next decade, focusing on issues spanning technology, climate, biology, and finance. The scan aims to improve preparedness before change becomes costly, addressing the imbalance of focusing on visible damage in conservation debates. It discusses various emerging threats and shifts related to climate change, such as the environmental impacts of fiber-optic drones and climate-driven changes in global soils and ocean productivity. By drawing attention to potential shifts and issues before they become visible and costly, conservation can move away from reactive responses, ultimately saving time and resources in the field of conservation.
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