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Tech4Nature Expands Its Reach at the IUCN World Conservation Congress

Tech4Nature Expands Its Environmental Footprint at IUCN Congress

The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) in collaboration with Huawei has successfully expanded their global partnership initiative, Tech4Nature, during the World Conservation Congress held in Abu Dhabi. This year's congress provided a stage for various forums aimed at highlighting the pivotal role technology plays in nature conservation.

Innovations On Display

At the congress, several key projects under the Tech4Nature initiative were presented:
1. Tech4Nature China implemented audio monitoring devices and AI analytics to create a database of vocal fingerprints for the critically endangered Hainan gibbons, of which only 42 individuals remain. The insights gathered from this project are instrumental in identifying family groups, solitary individuals, and crucial areas for restoring their natural habitats.
2. Tech4Nature Brazil utilized low-cost sensors to study how climate change affects mangrove ecosystems on the Brazilian island of Marajó and the factors influencing mangrove crab populations.

These projects align with the IUCN Green List and Huawei's TECH4ALL initiative, as they aim to harness digital technology to enhance nature conservation efforts. Since its launch in 2020, Tech4Nature has rolled out 11 flagship projects across 8 countries, collaborating with various partners and local communities.

In addition to China and Brazil, Phase II Tech4Nature projects are currently underway in:

- Mexico, focusing on jaguar protection within the Dzilam de Bravo State Reserve;
- Turkey, monitoring umbrella species as indicators of overall ecosystem health, with a focus on wild goats and deer;
- Kenya, dedicated to coral reef protection and preventing illegal fishing;
- Barcelona, Spain, which examines the impact of recreational activities on the Bonelli's eagle populations.