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Vidushi Patel1,2, Natasha Pauli3,4, Eloise Biggs4

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Global bee declines threaten pollination. This study reveals bees contribute to 15 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), highlighting their vital role beyond pollination for global sustainability.

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  • Ecology and Environmental Science
  • Sustainable Development Studies

Background:

  • Global bee populations are declining, impacting essential pollination services.
  • The role of bees in food security and biodiversity is recognized, but other benefits are underestimated.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the multifaceted contributions of bees to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  • To identify specific SDG targets influenced by bee populations and activities.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and analysis of existing research on bee ecology and pollination.
  • Mapping bee-related ecosystem services to the framework of the 17 SDGs and their targets.

Main Results:

  • Bees show potential contributions to 15 out of 17 SDGs.
  • A minimum of 30 specific SDG targets are identified as being influenced by bees.
  • Common themes highlight bees' essential role in ecological and socio-economic systems.

Conclusions:

  • Bees play a broader role in sustainable development than commonly recognized.
  • Understanding these diverse contributions is critical for effective conservation strategies.
  • Viable bee populations are essential for achieving global sustainability targets.