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Nov 8

Nature 'on life support' as COP16 fails to secure biodiversity funding

Despite round-the-clock negotiations, CDP Parties failed to agree a financing plan for biodiversity or a universal monitoring framework.

Nov 1

World Biodiversity Summit at COP16, Cali: Public-private partnerships and market reform for a nature-positive economy

World Biodiverity Summit was once again the largest and most comprehensive business and investment convening alongside COP negotiations.

Oct 22

COP16 kicks off: ‘Nature is our greatest ally against climate breakdown’

Biodiversity COP16 is underway in Cali, Colombia, and the World Climate Foundation team is on the ground.

Oct 22

Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr: Data-driven, community-centred climate strategies can transform cities

Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, C40 Co-chair and Mayor of Freetown, speaks to the World Climate Foundation at World Biodiversity Summit NYC.

Oct 22

Capgemini: Sustainability frontrunners are gaining a business advantage

Vincent Charpiot, Head of Group Sustainability Business Accelerator at Capgemini, speaks to the World Climate Foundation.

Sep 24

Why Engineering Biology may be the Future of Sustainability

This article outlines Capgemini's suggestion that engineering biology is a promising solution to protect both businesses and the planet.

Jun 23

Nature finance to shape Biodiversity COP16; EU adopts first-in-kind nature restoration law

Nature finance will be at the heart of negotiations at Biodiversity COP16 in Cali, Colombia this year.

May 21

UNEP sets out biodiversity opportunities as signs of conservation progress emerge

The themes of this year's International Day of Biological Diversity is "Be part of the plan."

Jan 26

Achieving Net-zero Through Cooperation with the Supply Chain

In this article Toshihiro from b-ex GROUP shares the company’s dedication to fostering a decarbonized society through various initiatives.

Sep 28, 2023

The Importance of Addressing Water Risks

in this article, Monika outlines the importance for companies to understand water-related risks in their efforts to adapt to climate change.

Sep 27, 2023

World Biodiversity Summit 2023: Nature Is Everybody's Business

World Biodiversity Summit brought together a very motivated group of people from various sectors to bridge the gap in global collaboration..

Sep 20, 2023

Science of Protecting Nature: How Technology can Help Understand, Monitor & Preserve Biodiversity

In this article, Vincent Charpiot from Capgemini, shares how technology can help with understanding, monitoring and preserving biodiversity.

Sep 18, 2023

b-ex's Commitments to the Sustainable Development Goals

This article outlines b-ex's commitments to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their strategy to reduce water wastage.

Sep 18, 2023

A Biodiversity-Positive Energy Transition is Urgently Needed – It is Time to Connect the Dots

In this article, Rasmus Skov, Head of Global External Affairs and Positioning shares why a biodiversity-positive energy transition is needed

Sep 18, 2023

Banking for Nature: Preserving the Natural Wealth of our Earth

In this article, Tim Huang, S.V.P. at E.SUN Financial Holding Co., Ltd, shares how E.SUN preserves the natural wealth of our planet.

Sep 15, 2023

Envu’s Strategic Commitment to Biodiversity Protection and Restoration

Harry Quicke, Senior Science Fellow at Envu, shares the company's strong dedication to the preservation and revitalization of biodiversity.

Sep 7, 2023

Collaborating Across Crises: Why Tackling Biodiversity Loss and Climate Change Together is the Best

Shayne Paynter & Claire Wansbury share why tackling biodiversity loss and climate change together is the most promising for our environment.

Sep 1, 2023

Climate and Nature Action Are Inseparable and Face the Same Urgent Timeline

In this article, Divya Mankikar shares her insights and leadership expertise as to why climate and nature action are inseparable.

Aug 10, 2023

Sime Darby Plantation's Commitment to Forest and Biodiversity Conservation

In this interview, Sime Darby Plantation’s Group Managing Director Datuk Mohamad Helmy Othman Basha shares...

May 18, 2023

How to Set a Baseline for Nature

Interview with Katie Critchlow, CEO of NatureMetrics, at World Biodiversity Summit 2022