The fact that COP27 occurred on the African continent demonstrated the important role of developing countries in climate adaptation, mitigation (reduction) of greenhouse gases, and combating biodiversity loss - three key elements of the fight against climate change. But unfortunately, the conversation often focuses on the first two, and we cannot leave biodiversity … [Read more...] about Climate Change and Biodiversity Loss: Two Sides of the Same Coin
Strengthening Environmental Institutional Capacity in Barbados as part of the Debt for Nature Transaction Commitments
The role and importance of nature in our lives has become mainstream and governments are considering it for our future. This growing global awareness reveals the strong connections between human health, livelihoods, economic resilience, climate adaptations, and our use of nature. Everyone is talking about it, but most importantly many more are acting on it. Nine philanthropic … [Read more...] about Strengthening Environmental Institutional Capacity in Barbados as part of the Debt for Nature Transaction Commitments
Mainstreaming Natural Capital to Drive Increased Nature-Positive Investments
At this year’s UN Biodiversity Conference in Montreal (COP15), countries are gathering to finalize the post-2020 global framework on biodiversity (GBF). In the landmark agreement, countries are expected to commit to halt biodiversity loss by 2030 and institute a new global plan to deploy resources for the conservation and restoration of nature. The finalization of the framework … [Read more...] about Mainstreaming Natural Capital to Drive Increased Nature-Positive Investments
Can nature conservation prevent the next pandemic?
Two years have passed since COVID-19 first emerged, and efforts are underway to prevent the next pandemic from occurring again. While we are still learning the lessons of COVID-19, experts affirm this won’t be the last time a new or relatively rare infectious disease emerges. Indeed, the current monkeypox outbreak underscores this point. So, how are we going to prevent the next … [Read more...] about Can nature conservation prevent the next pandemic?
Five key IDB actions on nature and biodiversity to look forward to in 2022
As we begin the third year of this zoonotic pandemic, nature action and green finance has become more relevant. A nature positive economy can address the root causes of this health emergency, and unlock $10 trillion of business opportunities by transforming the three economic systems that are responsible for almost 80% of nature loss: food, infrastructure and energy. Over … [Read more...] about Five key IDB actions on nature and biodiversity to look forward to in 2022