World leaders must work together to halt and reverse the tragic destruction of our natural world – or we will all suffer the catastrophic consequences. So it was great to see welcome signs of ambition at the recent G7 inter-governmental meeting, with the announcement of a new ‘Nature Compact’ initiative. This builds on the landmark pledge by almost 90 countries to put nature on the path to recovery in the coming decade. Governments and pledge supporters are joining a new campaign, #TheRaceIsOn, to ensure pledge commitments are converted into concrete global and national action. Meanwhile, we are urging leaders to take key decisions on other interlinked issues – from getting to grips with the climate crisis and changing the way we produce and consume, to tackling the root causes of pandemics such as deforestation and high-risk wildlife trade. There can be a positive future for nature and people – but decision makers must take urgent action!