Ethiopian Biodiversity Institute (EBI)

The objective of Ethiopian Biodiversity Institute (EBI) is to ensure the appropriate conservation and utilization of the biodiversity of Ethiopia. The Institute, thus, has power and duties related to the conservation and promotion of sustainable utilization of Ethiopia’s biodiversity. This includes maintaining and developing international relations with bilateral and multilateral bodies having the potential to provide technical assistance. In addition, the Institute, on the basis of national legislation, has the responsibility and duty to implement international conventions, agreements and obligations on biodiversity to which Ethiopia is a party. The Institute currently consists of two key processes or directorates, namely: (1) Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Use, and (2) Genetic Resources Transfer and Regulation.