This guide is about how to plan and implement the new global target for effectively and equitably conserving at least 30% of the Earth by 2030. The Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF), adopted by Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity in December 2022, includes Target 3, the “30x30” target.

Figure 1 breaks down Target 3 into its main elements and this breakdown has been used to structure Part Two of this guide. Each element of this multi-faceted target is explained in the guide along with guidance on planning for implementation, some overarching concepts which should guide implementation, resources for multi-stakeholder / multi-rightsholder approaches, reviews of key resources and some thoughts on how monitoring implementation can be developed.