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Sustainable Development Goal #15the Life on Land
Sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, halt and reverse land degradation, halt biodiversity loss
Forests provide food and shelter for the entire planet. Sustainable forest management, conservation of terrestrial ecosystems, natural resources management, and protection of biodiversity are necessary for reversing the human footprint. Reversing desertification and combating the degradation of lands depends on conservation efforts and policies that establish protected lands, spark replanting initiatives, and expand forest areas. Human activities and climate change threaten the terrestrial environment. Sustainable development of wetlands, drylands, mountains and inland freshwater habitats will result in a degradation-neutral planet.

Sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, halt and reverse land degradation, halt biodiversity loss, and protect life on land

Forests provide food and shelter for the entire planet. Sustainable forest management, conservation of terrestrial ecosystems, natural resources management, and protection of biodiversity are necessary for reversing the human footprint. Reversing desertification and combating the degradation of lands depends on conservation efforts and policies that establish protected lands, spark replanting initiatives, and expand forest areas. Human activities and climate change threaten the terrestrial environment. Sustainable development of wetlands, drylands, mountains and inland freshwater habitats will result in a degradation-neutral planet.

Why It Matters


Humans share basic needs including breathing air, drinking water, and consuming food. Each of these life essential activities depends on the healthy existence of forests. Additionally, humans turn to the forest for spiritual fulfillment and religious practices. Land degradation threatens the livelihood of 1.6 billion people that depend on the rich biodiversity and protection provided by the forest. Additionally, forests are responsible for maintaining healthy soils, production of plant extracts for medicine production, and healthy ecosystems that strengthen the health and well-being of individuals.

Why It Matters


Humans share basic needs including breathing air, drinking water, and consuming food. Each of these life essential activities depends on the healthy existence of forests. Additionally, humans turn to the forest for spiritual fulfillment and religious practices. Land degradation threatens the livelihood of 1.6 billion people that depend on the rich biodiversity and protection provided by the forest. Additionally, forests are responsible for maintaining healthy soils, production of plant extracts for medicine production, and healthy ecosystems that strengthen the health and well-being of individuals.

Blue Chip Action


Blue Chip Foundation’s Jenn Gross and Peter Stengaard Kick Off Pan-American Judges’ Summit
By Blog Owner 02 Jul, 2019
Blue Chip Foundation co-founders Jennifer Gross and Peter Stengaard traveled to Casina Pío IV to provide support and participate in the Pan-American Judges’ Summit on Social Rights and Franciscan Doctrine.
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09 Oct, 2017
Sustainable Development Goals in the United States of America: A Strategic Vision is supported by the Blue Chip Foundation and several other organizations.
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By Blog Owner 30 Sep, 2017
Blue Chip Foundation donated 5,000 smartphones to Ghana’s healthcare system at the International Conference on Sustainable Development in New York.
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By Blog Owner 30 May, 2017
Blue Chip Foundation, represented by founder Jennifer Gross, was part of the T20 Global Solutions Think Tank in Berlin on May 29 and 30, 2017. Gross, who serves on the leadership council of the Sustainable Development Solutions Network, found the event a tremendous success.
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Global Action


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By Blog Owner 23 Oct, 2017
Focusing on wildlife conservation for sustainable development, Brandee Chambers, Executive Secretary of the Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) addressed delegates from over 120 countries in the Philippines saying, “Development without regard for the environment is not sustainable.
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By Blog Owner 07 Sep, 2017
The Land Degradation Neutrality (LDN) Fund launched recently in order to reverse desertification. Coinciding with a global summit in China, the initiative is focused on raising additional investment & collaboration among stakeholders to protect existing terrestrial habitats.
UN marks Day of the Tropics with focus on region’s vulnerability
By Blog Owner 29 Jun, 2017
According to the United Nations, the most vulnerable areas susceptible to environmental threats exist in the Tropics. The International Day of the Tropics marks, “the extraordinary diversity of the tropics while highlighting unique challenges and opportunities nations of the Tropics face.”

Blue Chip Action


Blue Chip Foundation’s Jenn Gross and Peter Stengaard Kick Off Pan-American Judges’ Summit
By Blog Owner 02 Jul, 2019
Blue Chip Foundation co-founders Jennifer Gross and Peter Stengaard traveled to Casina Pío IV to provide support and participate in the Pan-American Judges’ Summit on Social Rights and Franciscan Doctrine.
Sustainable Development Goals in the United States of America logo
09 Oct, 2017
Sustainable Development Goals in the United States of America: A Strategic Vision is supported by the Blue Chip Foundation and several other organizations.
Jennifer Gross Donates 5,000 Smartphones to Ghana’s Community Health Workers Initiative
By Blog Owner 30 Sep, 2017
Blue Chip Foundation donated 5,000 smartphones to Ghana’s healthcare system at the International Conference on Sustainable Development in New York.
Blue Chip Foundation Participates in T20 Global Solutions Think Tank in Berlin
By Blog Owner 30 May, 2017
Blue Chip Foundation, represented by founder Jennifer Gross, was part of the T20 Global Solutions Think Tank in Berlin on May 29 and 30, 2017. Gross, who serves on the leadership council of the Sustainable Development Solutions Network, found the event a tremendous success.
More Posts

Global Action


Wildlife conservation, sustainable development in spotlight at UN-backed conference
By Blog Owner 23 Oct, 2017
Focusing on wildlife conservation for sustainable development, Brandee Chambers, Executive Secretary of the Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) addressed delegates from over 120 countries in the Philippines saying, “Development without regard for the environment is not sustainable.
UN summit spotlights financial need to combat land degradation
By Blog Owner 07 Sep, 2017
The Land Degradation Neutrality (LDN) Fund launched recently in order to reverse desertification. Coinciding with a global summit in China, the initiative is focused on raising additional investment & collaboration among stakeholders to protect existing terrestrial habitats.
UN marks Day of the Tropics with focus on region’s vulnerability
By Blog Owner 29 Jun, 2017
According to the United Nations, the most vulnerable areas susceptible to environmental threats exist in the Tropics. The International Day of the Tropics marks, “the extraordinary diversity of the tropics while highlighting unique challenges and opportunities nations of the Tropics face.”

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By Blog Owner 17 Jan, 2018
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VII Foundation is a charitable non-profit media and educational organization that funds and produces media-related storytelling and documentary projects.
Millennium Promise
By Blog Owner 05 Jan, 2018
Millennium Promise is the first and leading international nongovernmental organization dedicated to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The organization oversees the Millennium Villages Project (MVP) and other programs including the Sustainable Districts Program, Connect to Learn, the Lead Farmer Program, and the Two Million Community Health Workers (CHW) Campaign.

Initiatives


Partners


Sustainable Development Solutions Network
By Blog Owner 17 Jan, 2018
The objective of the (SDSN) is to accelerate the progress of achieving the United Nations (Sustainable Development Goals) and the implementation of the Paris Climate Agreement.
A woman walking in a documentary that The VII Foundation created.
By Blog Owner 05 Jan, 2018
VII Foundation is a charitable non-profit media and educational organization that funds and produces media-related storytelling and documentary projects.
Millennium Promise
By Blog Owner 05 Jan, 2018
Millennium Promise is the first and leading international nongovernmental organization dedicated to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The organization oversees the Millennium Villages Project (MVP) and other programs including the Sustainable Districts Program, Connect to Learn, the Lead Farmer Program, and the Two Million Community Health Workers (CHW) Campaign.

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I pledge to do my part to implement the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals in my own city. I will promote awareness, provide resources where I can, and work toward our shared goal: a sustainable world.
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