Ethiopian Biodiversity Institute (EBI)

A Plant Genetic Resources Center, Ethiopia (PGRC/E) was initially established in May 1976 through a bilateral technical cooperation agreement between the Governments of Ethiopia and Germany. The main objective was to rescue the country’s plant genetic resources from adverse impacts of various human activities and natural calamities and thereby, support crop improvement programs. In 1998, it was re-established as the Institute of Biodiversity Conservation and research. (IBCR) broadening its mandate and duties to implement Ethiopias obligation to the Convention of Biological Diversity (CBD). In 2004, the Institute of Biodiversity Conservation (IBC) was amended. At the moment, the institute is renamed as Ethiopian Biodiversity Institute(EBI). Vision By 2023, to be center of Excellence in Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Use in Africa. Mission, Undertake study and research on the proper conservation of Ethiopias Biodiversity and associated indigenous knowledge; Establish participatory conservation mechanisms; Ensure fair and equitable Access and Benefit Sharing; Promote sustainable utilization of biodiversity for sustainable development.