Collaborating to conserve biodiversity

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.

Find out more about the CCI Partnership

Sir David Attenborough, CCI honorary patron

"An extraordinary marriage between outstanding practical conservationists and inspiring intellectual thinkers which will shape the future of life on Earth."

Creating Global Impact

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 at CBD COP16

CCI is participating in CBD COP16 this year, collaborating with partners to amplify key messages and promote essential synergies and cross-cutting themes that contribute to their success. CCI has identified five core themes for collaborative action that will inspire our collective efforts.

Latest News

Delivering Effective Management for Invasive Alien Species with a Knowledge Sharing Platform

Invasive alien species disrupt ecosystems and contribute to species extinctions. While evidence-based management strategies are critical in addressing this growing threat, the challenge lies in accessing reliable data. Dr. Nigel Taylor, Research Associate at the University of Cambridge’s Conservation Science Group, highlights a promising solution in this CCI Collaborative Fund-supported project. Alien species are organisms…

André Hoffmann in Conversation:
The New Nature of Business

On Tuesday, 26th November, renowned Swiss business leader, environmentalist, and member of the CCI Advisory Board, André Hoffmann, along with…

Food, Agriculture and Biodiversity: hopeful agendas at CCI

The twin challenges of providing food security for people and conserving and restoring biodiversity are amongst the most pressing of…

COP16 Debrief: Reflections and the Path Forward for Biodiversity

After reflecting on the outcomes of CBD COP16, CCI gathered its community Wednesday afternoon to discuss key decisions, address unanswered…