What ‘paper parks’ reveal about the limits of conservation policy (commentary)
PolicyTuesday, March 31, 2026Mongabay

What ‘paper parks’ reveal about the limits of conservation policy (commentary)

The commentary discusses the inefficacy of conservation policies, specifically highlighting that many designated protected areas, referred to as "paper parks," exist without adequate management or enforcement. Despite ambitious initiatives, the real impact on biodiversity and conservation effectiveness remains limited, urging policymakers to improve implementation and monitoring practices.

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