Episode 5: Wetlands – Our Greatest Ally
Our Biodiversity working group is creating a podcast series that delves deeper into nature-based solutions (NbS), offering expert insights through engaging conversations with leading professionals in this field.
Episode 5 explores the vital role wetlands and peatlands play in global carbon storage, how they have been historically perceived, and what implications this has for our ecosystems, food systems, and infrastructure. Meet Dr Musonda Mumba, originally from Zambia and the Secretary-General of the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands. She shares her expertise from over 25 years of experience in environmental policy, climate resilience, and ecosystem management. Dr. Mumba founded the Network of African Women Environmentalists and has collaborated with institutions such as UNEP and UNDP.
Download the summary sheet to explore key takeaways and resources by clicking on it.
You can find this episode and more in the GCE podcast Climate Matters on Spotify which covers a range of topics relating to climate activism and policy-making. Check out more.
Resources for more
- A map to explore the 2500 Ramsar sites
- The Global Wetland Outlook Report, which is the leading global assessment of wetland status
