Protected Planet

Protected Planet serves as the definitive global data source for protected areas and other effective area-based conservation measures (OECMs). The platform is meticulously updated on a monthly basis, incorporating submissions from a diverse range of contributors including governments, non-governmental organizations, landowners, and local communities. This collaborative approach ensures the data remains current and comprehensive, supporting critical conservation initiatives worldwide.

The website enables users to explore the world's protected and conserved areas through various lenses. Visitors can delve into thematic areas such as the World Database on Protected Areas (WDPA), Protected Areas Management Effectiveness (PAME), and the World Database on Other Effective Area-Based Conservation Measures (WD-OECM). Further exploration options include examining data by regional level, country level, or focusing on individual protected areas, providing granular insights into conservation efforts.

The platform prominently displays key global statistics related to protected and conserved areas. These statistics cover global coverage percentages for terrestrial and marine protected areas, as well as OECMs, providing a clear overview of the current state of conservation. The data is regularly refreshed, with updates noted, and users have the option to download the latest global statistics for further analysis and research.