Rituraj Pant,
Dikshika Rana,
- Assistant Professor, Indira Priyadarshini Govt.Girls P.G College Haldwani,, Uttarakhand, India
- Research Scholar, Indira Priyadarshini Govt.Girls P.G College Haldwani,, Uttarakhand, India
Abstract
Biodiversity is crucial for ensuring that ecosystems remain sustainable, as it underpins their functioning and the services they provide. The present study aims to understand the role of biodiversity in ecosystem sustainability, examine the effects of biodiversity loss on ecosystem services, highlight the long-term benefits of biodiversity conservation, and support biodiversity conservation as a key approach for sustainable ecosystem management. This study is based on a review and synthesis of existing literature related to biodiversity, ecosystem functioning, and conservation. The analysis of various research studies reveals that ecosystems with higher biodiversity are more stable, resilient, and capable of adapting to environmental changes. Biodiversity loss negatively affects ecosystem sustainability by reducing essential ecosystem services such as soil fertility, nutrient cycling, climate regulation, and water purification. Although some ecosystem functions may continue in the short term after biodiversity loss, long-term ecosystem stability and resilience are significantly weakened. The findings further indicate that biodiversity conservation provides long-term ecological benefits by maintaining ecosystem balance, enhancing resilience, and ensuring sustainable ecosystem services. The study emphasizes that protecting biodiversity is crucial for sustainable ecosystem management and ensuring long-term environmental sustainability.
Keywords: Biodiversity, sustainability, ecosystem service, nutrient cycle, climate regulation
[This article belongs to International Journal of Sustainability ]
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International Journal of Sustainability
| Volume | 03 | |
| Issue | 02 | |
| Received | 07/04/2026 | |
| Accepted | 06/05/2026 | |
| Published | 20/07/2026 | |
| Publication Time | 104 Days |