Biodiversity conservation: Biodiversity is critical for the survival of the ecosystem because it can help in food production, disease control, crop pollination and recreation. There is need to prioritize the areas that require conservation.
Increased human population: The world’s population is increasing at a faster rate. This has resulted in over consumption, leading to poverty and other environmental problems. All the many environmental issues are caused by the large population that can not match the available resources.
New technologies: Increased demand for food globally has forced scientists to manipulate plant DNA to produce strong and drought and disease resistant crops. There is the general fear that GMO products are harmful to human beings. When GMO food products are released to the environment, they may not be recalled, making it a dangerous global experiment.
Habitat loss: Habitat loss and fragmentation due to deforestation and human development. This is considered as the major cause of diminishing biodiversity globally. Many species are faced with extinction.