Indigenous lands can outperform protected areas on conservation, researchers find

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May 6, 2026, 4:40 pm198 ptsTrendingTop
A new study led by UBC researchers has found that lands managed by Indigenous Peoples consistently protect forests, biodiversity and carbon stores at levels equal to or greater than government-designated protected areas—yet most of these lands remain inadequately recognized or resourced.

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