From Wednesday, September 27 to Friday, September 29, 2023, I had the privilege of actively participating in the International Colloquium “Defending Nature: From 1923 to Today.” This major event was held at the Auditorium of the Grande Galerie de l’Évolution at the National Museum of Natural History in Paris. Two complementary evenings also enriched this experience, one at the Climate Academy on September 27, and the other at the François Sommer Foundation on September 28. These meetings provided an invaluable opportunity to reflect on the relationship between science and the protection of nature.
During this round table, I shared my perspective on the deep interconnection of natural elements and the necessity of adopting a holistic approach to nature. This involves moving beyond traditional distinctions between different scientific disciplines and recognizing the importance of addressing them in an integrated manner. The sciences, whether human, economic, physical, or social, are crucial tools in the quest for an objective diagnosis and monitoring of the state of biodiversity.
I emphasized with conviction the importance of these sciences in developing concrete and multifaceted solutions. Understanding nature in all its complexity requires a comprehensive approach, highlighting the connections between different aspects of our environment. Only by understanding these interactions can we truly develop effective and sustainable solutions for biodiversity conservation.
This experience has reinforced my belief that international coordination is essential to address current environmental challenges. The issues we face transcend national borders, and it is imperative that scientists around the world join forces to find global solutions.
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