International Biogeochemistry Programme

The International Biogeochemistry Programme is a global research initiative that studies the movement of elements like carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus through Earth's systems—plants, animals, soil, water, and the atmosphere. Its goal is to understand how these natural cycles operate and how they are affected by human activities such as agriculture, industry, and climate change. By investigating these processes, the programme helps predict environmental changes, informs conservation efforts, and supports sustainable management of Earth's resources. It brings scientists worldwide together to improve our knowledge of Earth's interconnected biogeochemical systems.