Financing for Nature-Based Climate Solutions
Nature-based solutions, such as reforestation, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable land management, are essential in sequestering carbon and mitigating the impacts of climate change. This event underscores the critical need for financing to support these initiatives, emphasizing the role of investments in nature-based solutions in achieving climate goals and fostering ecological resilience.
A growing global trend revolves around recognizing the value of nature-based solutions in climate mitigation and adaptation. Governments, organizations, and investors are increasingly channelling resources towards these initiatives. The event will delve into these trends, highlighting the importance of climate finance in enabling the restoration and preservation of natural ecosystems and their capacity to address climate change.
Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the importance of financial support for nature-based solutions, aligning with global climate objectives and reinforcing nature’s contribution to a sustainable and resilient future. This event is a significant step towards advancing nature-based climate solutions and securing the necessary resources to address the climate crisis
Moderator
Sofía Martinez / Global Policy Director at Green Economy Coalition
Speakers
- Alicia Montalvo / Climate Action and Positive Biodiversity Manager at CAF
- Marcela Paranhos / Director of Agricultural Finance at TNC, leading IFACC
- Beth Burks / Director Sustainable Finance at S&P Global Ratings
- Nigel Topping / UN High-Level Climate Champion COP26, External Member to the Advisory Committee at AXA Investment Managers and Senior Climate Advisor at FSD Africa
- Mark Halle / Senior Advisor at Nature Finance and Co-Founder of Better Nature