MaLisa Stiftung

„Wir denken immer, es gebe eine klare Trennung zwischen uns und der Natur. Das ist eine Idee, die aus dem westlichen Denken kommt. So sehr wir von der Diversität in uns abhängig sind, so sehr sind wir von der Vielfalt in der Natur um uns herum abhängig, und die nimmt gerade extrem ab.“ Maria Furtwängler mit Dr. med. Eckart von Hirschhausen im Interview mit ZEIT ONLINE

All hands on deck for #biodiversity at DLD Nature. Looking very much forward to accepting the challenge to save #nature #climate and human wellbeing! Happy to have talked in detail to all of you Maja Göpel Johan Rockström and Sandrine Dixson-Declève PIK - Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research DLD Conference MaLisa Stiftung The Club of Rome Futurewoman UnternehmerTUM

Biodiversity is the foundation of life. Let’s act like it!   Currently, we need about 1.75 earths each year to sustain the way we live. Alongside climate change, biodiversity loss is one of the four biggest global risks in the next ten years.   During a panel discussion at the DLD Conference in Munich on the topic “Investing in Nature – Building a Business Case to Save the Planet”, I underlined that nature is our most valuable asset – also economically.     So how do we move forward? In my opinion, there are three key levers: ➡ Responsibility starts with us: We need more forward-looking political frameworks and regulations, like the EU Green Deal, for the economic and financial sector.   ➡ Mobilizing private capital: The financial sector has to operationalize scientific insights into financial strategies and instruments. Equally, the private sector has to become ready and willing to invest in sustainable nature and climate solutions.   ➡ Partnerships: Economy and ecology are not enemies but partners for a sustainable future for all. Nature does, furthermore, not stop at boarders. National and international partnerships must be strengthened as much as multidisciplinary exchange, such as DLD conference.   The financial market plays a crucial role in mobilizing private capital. Financial institutions are in a unique position to create incentives for businesses to invest sustainably and help preserve ecological diversity.   #decadeofdecision #decadeofinvestment #teamkfw KfW

At our DLD Conference on Nature, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, delivered a landmark speech on Nature: “We need a fundamental rethink of the relationship between our economy and the natural world.”   And she reflected on a proposition that Johan Rockström, Stefan B. Wintels, Solveigh Hieronimus and I brought forward in our panel conversation - “to bring #NatureOnTheBalanceSheet”.   Her major points: - We have to acknowledge that we still have not mastered the devastating effects of climate change and nature degradation. Within our lifetime 70% of all wildlife has disappeared. Farmers' yields are falling due to the soil degradation and the lack of insects. - We put a price tag on nature every second – but only by taking resources out of nature. You can make good money by razing a forest to the ground, but not by planting a new one and letting it grow old. - For generations, humanity has only rewarded the plundering of our natural environment. And today we see how fundamentally wrong this is. It is wrong from a moral and economic perspective. - As farmer yields decline, fishing nets remain empty, hydro plants are going offline and water transport is disrupted – there is a clear economic case for preserving nature. There is a growing understanding hat intact nature has an economic value. - We must reward farmers and land stewards for taking care of the soil, the land, the water and the air. Europe started a #StrategicDialogueOnAgriculture which showed that there is so much common ground: Everyone agrees that we need to reach our climate goals, an agriculture that is in synch with nature and reward for farmers. - We need new financial tools. With carbon and esp. #NatureCredits companies can reward local communities and farmers who provide ecosystem services. We can build an efficient system of rewards and incentives. - With new standards a nature market can be created. The EU is working member states on pilts to define these standards. - The ambition is a circular, competitive economy that gives back to nature. With that a recovery is possible within our lifetime. - It is the story of humanity – that after every crisis, a recovery is possible. It is not for granted, but it is possible. With the spirit of innovators and problem solvers, it can be done. - The children of today will not forgive us if we do not rise to the challenge.   Thank you Maria Furtwängler and Steffi Czerny, and my co-hosts Dr. med. Eckart von Hirschhausen, Sandrine Dixson-Declève, Jan-Gisbert Schultze, Auguste von Bayern, Helmut Schoenenberger. Thank you wonderful DLD team. Thank you thought leaders from the Capitals Coalition, the Global Commons Alliance, Natural Capital Project and Partha Dasgupta for the ongoing pursuit. And thank you The Landbanking Group team and the entire #NatureFinTech community for their excellence and dedication to build trusted technology to bring #NatureOnTheBalanceSheet.

Danke, dass du Teil unserer DLD Nature warst, liebe Anette Wolff ! 🌿🌱

One more day to go! 🥳 Morgen startet die DLD Nature mit einer beeindruckenden Reihe von inspirierenden Speakern, darunter Jane Lawton, die der Natur mithilfe von KI eine Stimme geben will. In dem Interview anbei könnt ihr mehr über ihre Arbeit erfahren, oder ihr schaltet morgen live ein! 🎬 Jane wird zusammen mit Katrin Vohland und Mara-Daria Cojocaru moderiert von Maria Furtwängler über das Thema "New Ways of Understanding Nature" diskutieren. 🌱💚🌿 Um 11:40 Uhr geht es um unsere Verbindung zur Natur – ob wir sie verloren haben und welche Rolle die Kommunikation mit Tieren dabei spielt. Neben diesem Highlight gibt es auch spannende Sessions zur Bodengesundheit, der Zukunft der Landwirtschaft, technischen Lösungen für den Naturschutz und weitere Insights zu Biodiversität. Das komplette Programm findet ihr unter: https://lnkd.in/euFPm3P9

🌍 Im Einsatz für den Artenschutz 🐝 Wenn Insekten, Fledermäuse oder Schwalben verschwinden, geht nicht nur ein Stück Heimat verloren, sondern wir stehen vor einer globalen Sicherheitskrise. Warum? Das erfahrt ihr im Interview von Maria Furtwängler in der Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung 🌱✨🌿 https://lnkd.in/e6hB9U9w

Wir freuen uns über das Interview von Maria Furtwängler zur anstehenden DLD Conference im DER SPIEGEL 🌱🐝🌿 (leider gerade nur für alle Spiegel+ Abonnent:innen einsehbar) https://lnkd.in/eVzRx53T

Just six more days to go! I'm looking forward to the DLDnature conference. Together with a great line-up of outstanding speakers, we'll discuss and present the challenges of #biodiversity loss and potential solutions to fight the erosion of ecosystem services. Join us next week in Munich! https://lnkd.in/eybQStGc #conservation #ecosystemservices #DLDnature DLD Conference MaLisa Stiftung Munich Urban Colab Prof. Dr. Martin R. Stuchtey Maria Furtwängler Dr. med. Eckart von Hirschhausen Alex Dehgan Kat Bruce Mirko Kovac #tech4biodiversity Futurewoman

Tackling biodiversity loss starts with reimagining our relationship with nature – truly experiencing, understanding, and appreciating it in all its diversity.   Our upcoming DLD Nature speakers build on this idea, offering fresh perspectives through technological innovation, sustainable design, economic strategies, and rethinking urban spaces. They explore how the fusion of technology, design, and culture can reshape our relationship with nature and enhance efforts to protect it.   Learn more about their insights on our website: https://lnkd.in/dRurkmJ   Felix Neureuther is the most successful German alpine skier in World Cup history. From a young age, he has been involved in social projects. He created the Felix Neureuther Foundation to encourage children to be active and address deficits in brain development through special training programs.   Stefan Schwarz is CEO at SWAROVSKI OPTIK, having been appointed in 2023. At SWAROVSKI OPTIK, the world's leading manufacturer of premium long-range optics, Schwarz is enthusiastic about developing the company's future strategy, aligning it with contemporary challenges, and unlocking its potential.   Andrea Gebhard was elected President of the Federal Chamber of German Architects in 2021. She has been involved in professional policy on national and European level for many years. She is also co-owner of the Munich-based office for urbanism and landscape architecture, mahl gebhard konzepte Lanschaftsarchitekten und Stadtplaner.   Prof. Dr. Martin R. Stuchtey is the Founder of The Landbanking Group, a financial organization that uses systems-thinking to stop and reverse nature loss, and redefine prosperity for the long-term. In addition, Stuchtey is an Honorary Professor of Resource Strategy and Management at the University of Innsbruck School of Management.   Alexander S. Gerfer is Managing Director and Chief Technology Officer of Würth Elektronik Group, one of Europe's largest manufacturers of electronic and electromechanical components. As the executive in charge of product design, he is continuously exploring new fields of innovation, such as 3D-printing, LED horticulture and Integrated Passive Components.   An experienced art historian and curator, Sabine Hansky is the Program Director of Munich Urban Colab, which aims to develop sustainable solutions for the city of the future. Previously, she worked in leading positions at the interface of culture, science and business, including at the Deutsches Museum and Herzog & de Meuron.   Nikola Baumschlager is the Venture Consultant for Food & AgriTech startups at UnternehmerTUM and the EIT Food Accelerator Programme Lead in Germany. She has dedicated her academic and professional career to meat alternatives and future-proof agriculture as she believes that changing our food system is crucial to combating the climate crisis. #DLDNature #biodiversity #conference #economy #sustainability