Welcome to the UK Clearing House Mechanism

This site is designed to streamline access to the tools available, and information on, the UK’s implementation of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD). More about the Clearing House Mechanism and how you can contribute information

The following information is available on this site:

About the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)

Learn more about the Convention and what the UK is doing to implement it through the UK Biodiversity Action Plan (UKBAP).

Funding and Support

Find out about different funding sources in the UK, European Union and internationally.

Implementing Conservation and Sustainable Development

Information and case studies relating to implementation of the CBD’s ecosystem approach, cross-cutting issues and thematic programmes.

Expertise

Information on the wide range of expertise in the UK relevant to the Convention on Biological Diversity.

Broad Approaches and Specific Tools

Including information on broad approaches such as the ecosystem approach, sustainable forest management and integrated coastal zone management, information on specific tools, such as habitat monitoring, national legislation and incentive measures, and on tools associated with particular habitats.