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The state of our ecosystems—both in Germany and across Europe and the world—remains critical. That’s why World Nature Conservation Day on July 28 serves as a reminder to preserve, protect, and manage the Earth’s natural resources more sustainably.
Rewilding Europe highlights the importance of wild nature by restoring diverse landscapes across Europe. The organization inspires and empowers people to take part in rewilding efforts by providing tools and hands-on expertise.
Together, we can create a more livable world for people, animals, and nature. One way to make an impact is by signing petitions. For example, you can support Greenpeace’s petition for stronger climate and disaster protection, calling for more effective environmental policies.
Sign the petition for better climate and disaster protection here.
"Rewilding breathes new life into our landscapes. It reconnects us with the wonders of Europe’s wild nature and offers our greatest hope for a future where people and nature don’t just coexist but thrive together."
With this vision, Rewilding Europe works to restore and strengthen nature across Europe, promoting biodiversity and healthy ecosystems.
Founded in 2011 in the Netherlands, the nonprofit organization was actively working in ten major regions across Europe by the end of 2022, collaborating with people from over 18 European countries. Through species reintroduction, natural process restoration, and community engagement, Rewilding Europe is creating landscapes that provide habitat for endangered species.
Their mission is not only to restore natural environments but also to raise awareness about the importance of wilderness and drive long-term, sustainable change for future generations.
Nature conservation encompasses all efforts to protect and restore ecosystems, biodiversity, and landscapes. . The focus is on preserving rare species and their habitats while also restoring degraded natural areas.
This is especially urgent because 80% of the EU’s habitats are in poor condition, according to the European Environment Agency.
Human exploitation of nature has made conservation efforts increasingly important over the course of the 20th century. In 1913, the first international nature conservation conference was held in Switzerland, and to this day, nearly 30 international governmental agreements have been established to actively protect natural resources.
A study by NABU found that 21.73% of Germany’s land area is particularly well-suited for rewilding efforts that could significantly contribute to climate protection and biodiversity . These areas include forests, grasslands, wetlands, and floodplains.
Wetlands are not only crucial habitats for plants and animals they’re also powerful CO₂ storage systems.They trap carbon in the form of undecomposed plant material, helping combat climate change. Additionally, wetlands prevent flooding, purify drinking water, and improve air quality.
Forests provide homes for countless species, making them essential for biodiversity. They also produce oxygen, filter air pollution, absorb CO₂, and contribute to climate protection.
Floodplains act as natural flood control systems, absorbing excess water during heavy rains. Often referred to as the “kidneys of the landscape,” they filter out nutrients and pollutants, temporarily storing them in plants or removing them through bacterial processes.
Transported substances, such as nutrients and pollutants, can settle in these areas. Some of these substances are temporarily absorbed by plants, while others are completely broken down by specific bacteria, effectively removing them from the ecosystem.
Our 70,000 volunteers play a crucial role in NABU’s conservation efforts across Germany. In 2,000 local NABU groups, they are actively involved in species and habitat protection, advocate for environmental causes, and serve as trusted experts on nature and conservation issues. We are committed to making a difference every day—starting right outside our front door: protecting biodiversity and intact ecosystems, ensuring clean air, fresh water, and healthy soils, and promoting the responsible use of our planet’s finite resources.
BUND is committed to ecological agriculture and healthy food, climate protection, and the expansion of renewable energy. The organization also advocates for the protection of endangered species, forests, and water resources. As one of Germany’s largest environmental associations, BUND plays a key role in national conservation efforts.
At erlich, we strive to protect the environment and preserve ecosystems by producing our textiles as sustainably and resource-efficiently as possible. We use natural fibers or recycled materials and keep our production within Europe to minimize transportation distances.
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