The Cambridge Conservation Initiative is a collaborative partnership which brings together the biggest names in international biodiversity conservation with the University of Cambridge. Our mission is to transform the global understanding and conservation of biodiversity to secure a sustainable future for all life on Earth.
"An extraordinary marriage between outstanding practical conservationists and inspiring intellectual thinkers which will shape the future of life on Earth."
Building on each partner’s existing programme of conservation work, CCI joins these organisations together to tackle complex and challenging issues with innovative approaches, using a multi-disciplinary approach that cannot be achieved by any one organisation alone.
CCI collaborated with partners to amplify key messages and promote synergies at CBD COP16, focusing on five core themes for collective action to drive success.
Bill Adams, Senior Editor of Oryx and former Moran Professor of Conservation and Development at the University of Cambridge, has made a profound and lasting impact on CCI and the global conservation community. After more than 25 years as Senior Editor of Oryx, Bill steps down this year, marking the end of an era for…
15th January 2025
Invasive alien species disrupt ecosystems and contribute to species extinctions. While evidence-based management strategies are critical in addressing this growing…
6th December 2024
On Tuesday, 26th November, renowned Swiss business leader, environmentalist, and member of the CCI Advisory Board, André Hoffmann, along with…
4th December 2024
The twin challenges of providing food security for people and conserving and restoring biodiversity are amongst the most pressing of…
22nd November 2024