UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The Raptor Conservation Initiative and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The Raptor Conservation Initiative (RCI) makes a measurable contribution to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), working to promote sustainable development for both people and nature. Our projects and activities directly address several key SDGs, strengthening the global agenda for a better future.
How RCI Supports the SDGs
1. SDG 15 – Life on Land
Our core mission is the protection of endangered birds of prey and their natural habitats in Africa. We conserve and restore critical habitats, promote biodiversity, and prevent the extinction of unique species. This directly contributes to the conservation and sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems – a central aim of SDG 15.
2. SDG 13 – Climate Action
By restoring and protecting habitats, we influence climate stability and carbon storage in natural landscapes. Birds of prey also play a key role in healthy ecosystems, which, in turn, provide essential climate regulation functions.
3. SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
RCI collaborates closely with companies, communities, and landowners to promote sustainable and wildlife-friendly production practices. Through eco-certificates and advisory services, we provide incentives for resource-efficient business and help companies embed sustainability in a credible way.
4. SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals
Conservation only works through cooperation: we partner with local and international stakeholders from science, government, NGOs, and industry. In joint projects, we use innovative technologies and promote knowledge exchange to achieve the SDGs more effectively.
What Makes RCI’s Impact Unique?
- Scientific and measurable: All RCI projects and certificates are transparent, independently verified, and based on the latest research.
- Sustainable and social: Our work not only protects species but also improves local livelihoods through environmental education and capacity building.
- Global reach, local impact: We operate internationally while creating direct, tangible benefits in the regions where raptors and people share the land.
RCI is your partner for genuine SDG impact.
Whether as a corporate partner, supporter, or member: together, we safeguard biodiversity and make a tangible contribution to sustainable development on our planet.