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Biodiversity loss is a critical threat to planetary health. With a solutions-driven approach, this section of Challenges investigates the profound impacts of human activity on both local and global ecosystems, including the biosphere as a whole. We cover a wide range of topics, from effo...

This section of Challenges explores the profound impacts of human activity on Earth’s critical systems in the Anthropocene. As we exceed planetary boundaries—including climate stability, ocean acidification, freshwater use, biogeochemical flows, air quality, and stra...

This section of Challenges focuses on energy solutions essential for a sustainable future, addressing both the opportunities and challenges of creating resilient, efficient, and equitable energy systems. As the global demand for energy continues to grow, this section emphasizes the need ...

This section of Challenges focuses on the profound role of ethics, values, culture, and spirituality in addressing the global challenges of the Anthropocene. Recognizing that many of the interconnected threats to planetary health stem from disconnection—from ourselves, each other, ...

Healthy and sustainable food systems are essential for ensuring both human well-being and planetary health. This section of Challenges explores innovative approaches to food production, distribution, and consumption that promote nutritional health while reducing environmental impact. It ...

Human health and well-being is inextricably linked to the health of our environments. This section of Challenges aims to underscore concepts of ecological interdependence and the importance of safeguarding natural environments for the physical and emotional health of current and...

This section of Challenges highlights the vital role of education and communication in advancing awareness and driving solutions to planetary health challenges in the Anthropocene. To emphasize the transformative power of knowledge-sharing and public engagement, this section invites inno...

This section of Challenges is focused on how regenerative business and wellbeing economies can improve prosperity and well-being for all. Business plays a crucial role in addressing or exacerbating our global challenges, including worsening health crises, socio-political...

This section of Challenges examines the evolving social landscape and its critical intersections with planetary health. In an era of rapid technological, cultural, and environmental shifts, understanding and addressing the complexities of social behavior, cohesion, and transformation is ...

This section of Challenges explores the diverse role of technology in advancing planetary health, sustainability, and human flourishing. Covering a wide array of sectors, it examines both the opportunities and risks associated with technological innovation and application. While technolo...

This section of Challenges explores transformative approaches to urban and rural development that advance human well-being and environmental sustainability. As communities worldwide grapple with climate disruption, ecological degradation, and widening social inequities, this se...