All living beings and the ecosystems they inhabit represent approximately 2 million discovered species, but it is estimated that there could be between 10 and 100 million species in total. Biodiversity is crucial for maintaining ecosystem services, such as support, regulation, production, and cultural services, and it encompasses three levels: genetic diversity, species diversity, and ecosystem diversity.
As part of its commitments, AFD plans to mobilize one billion euros by 2025 in annual positive finance for biodiversity and allocate 30% of its climate finance to biodiversity-friendly actions by 2030. AFD's work spans various energy sectors, including wind, biomass, geothermal, hydroelectricity, coal-fired power plants, terrestrial and floating photovoltaics, as well as energy efficiency and electricity transmission and distribution lines.
However, AFD's infrastructure projects, including those in the energy sector, can have negative impacts on biodiversity. These impacts are specific to each project and can vary depending on the ecosystems involved, affecting different categories of biodiversity, such as species and ecosystems. AFD conducts literature research, internal and external interviews to assess and mitigate these impacts, aiming to promote sustainable and biodiversity-friendly energy projects.
Energy and Biodiversity: Between Negative Impacts and Co-Benefits
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