Global freshwater biodiversity down 85%; $1 spent on nature vs $33 on damage

A new report highlights that monitored freshwater species populations have declined 85% globally, versus 69% terrestrial and 59% marine, underscoring severe ecosystem degradation. The report also notes a stark funding imbalance: for every $1 invested in nature protection, $33 is spent on activities that harm it. This signals accelerating biodiversity loss with implications for water security and climate resilience, though specific methodology and geographic breakdowns remain unclear.