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Isle of Wight Biosphere

The Isle of Wight received Biosphere reserve status from UNESCO in June 2019.

The Isle of Wight Biosphere Reserve is home to 140,000 inhabitants, making it the second most populous island in northern Europe.

The Island is developing eco-tourism and working with universities and institutions to foster environmental innovation and attract new investment, and testing new measures for climate change mitigation and adaptation.

Below are articles which refer to the Biosphere.

Stop halt sign:

5, November 2019·4 min read

Letter: No to proposed 465 houses on historic farmland in Ryde

Cllr Michael Lilley is calling for a moratorium on all large scale planning applications in Ryde until there is a fit-for-purpose road infrastructure plan and a new Island Plan which has realistic housing targets and recognises climate change, farming needs and the Island's status as UNESCO Biosphere reserve

sheep in sun drenched isle of wight field

7, May 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight National Landscape offers grants for environmental projects

Local grants available to boost Isle of Wight conservation, wildlife, and countryside access efforts

Roydon Woods Nature Reserve

1, October 2024·2 min read

Environmental groups voice concerns over Solent CO2 pipeline’s impact on wildlife

Wildlife Trust expresses ecological concerns for the proposed Solent CO2 pipeline project

27, September 2022·1 min read

Eight members sought for new UNESCO Biosphere Steering Committee

The Isle of Wight council is seeking eight committee members who are passionate about the Isle of Wight's natural environment, culture, and heritage

Julian Clarke in New Carnival's new signature costume made with Melissa Simon Hartman - Tracy Curtis

11, July 2023·4 min read

Isle of Wight’s grand Mardi Gras 2023: A spectacular celebration of coastal heritage

Isle of Wight's Mardi Gras 2023 captivated audiences with its coastal celebration - complete the survey if you watched on

Child looking at animal skull

10, June 2024·1 min read

FOCAS Fest at Wildheart Animal Sanctuary: A weekend of science and conservation: Isle of Wight Biosphere Festival 2024

Immerse in conservation and science fun for kids at FOCAS Fest weekend

Carnival colour at Hullabaloo

23, September 2022·3 min read

Hullabaloo returns to Sandown this October for a celebration of arts, science and nature with lashings of fun

Hullabaloo is back! Two days (and an evening) of Sandown Bay’s spectacular celebration of arts, science and nature all free of charge. Make a date in your diaries and gather your family and friends

Isle of Wight landscape with sheep in the foreground

14, June 2022·4 min read

MP and Alliance join forces to campaign for a new Island status for the Isle of Wight

Cllr Bacon says the current Alliance Group Administration is fully supportive of the proposal to seek an Island designation

Richard Quigley and Greenpeace members

14, October 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight community groups unite for environmental protection and sustainability

Isle of Wight Greenpeace holds event showcasing local environmental initiatives and goals

happy birthday iow biosphere

16, June 2020·1 min read

Share your Happy First Isle of Wight Biosphere Birthday messages

Send in your recorded Happy Birthday message and it'll be added to Biosphere Birthday Message the Movie in time for the Isle of Wight's first UNESCO Biosphere Birthday

Wild clover and flowers

25, April 2024·2 min read

Isle of Wight council embraces ‘No Mow May’ for biodiversity boost

Isle of Wight council supports 'No Mow May' for enhanced local biodiversity

Solent CO2 Pipeline map of the three possible routes

9, August 2024·3 min read

Solent CO2 pipeline proposal prompts environmental concerns from Isle of Wight Biosphere Steering Committee

Isle of Wight Biosphere Committee demands clarity on Solent CO2 pipeline impact. Read their 14 important questions to the project team

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