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As a member of the World Economic Forum’s Global Commission on Nature-Positive Cities, Impact One is exited to share insights from the "Nature Positive: Financing the Transition in Cities" report. Developed in collaboration with Oliver Wyman, this report offers an in-depth analysis of urban nature finance and its critical role in global economic and environmental sustainability. Despite their potential to tackle urban challenges like ageing infrastructure and water security, substantial gaps remain in funding for nature-based solutions. Currently, only 10% of development finance from multilateral development banks includes nature considerations—a figure far below what is necessary. The report highlights that adding urban trees in 10 of the world's megacities could save $482 million annually in health costs. Moreover, harnessing the potential of nature-based solutions could open up an investment opportunity as large as $113 billion by 2030. To achieve this, the report outlines two critical approaches: 1. Nature mainstreaming: integrating a nature lens into all financial flows and urban investment decisions to enhance sustainability and resilience. 2. Nature-positive finance: Identifying and expanding new financial opportunities for nature conservation, mobilising additional resources, and diversifying funding sources beyond the public sector. At Impact One, we believe that transforming cities into thriving ecosystems goes beyond planting trees—it’s about understanding and tracking the real benefits they bring. For example, trees in dense urban settings can hold up to 162.86 tons of carbon dioxide per hectare and lower temperatures by up to 8 degrees Celsius. By carefully measuring their impact, we can show how nature-based solutions like urban forests and green spaces can transform cities for the better. A big thank you to the World Economic Forum and Oliver Wyman for their critical work in advancing these important discussions. Read more about ‘Nature Positive: Financing the Transition in Cities report’ → https://lnkd.in/efJKdVZE Discover the Nature Positive Cities initiative → https://lnkd.in/e8CksMie Esther An, Nollaig Forrest, Cllr Mxolisi Kaunda, Marie Lam - Frendo, Jaime Pumarejo, Mauricio Rodas, Kotchakorn Voraakhom, Mark Watts, Martin Anzellini, Madhumitha Ardhanari, George Patrick Richard Benson, Federico Cartín Arteaga, Pamela Conrad, Carlos Eduardo Correa Escaf, Piali Das Gupta, Laura Fox, Tatiana Gallego Lizon, Maryam Golnaraghi, Ph.D., Andreas Kipar, LAND, Francisco Martes Porto Macedo, Dr Kate Meyrick, Nora Van Cauwenbergh, Sandra Villars, CFA, Javier Garcia Olivares, Nicole Merlo, Arnaud Delamare, Emilio Asmar, Victoria Evans, Vivian Brady-Phillips, Akanksha Khatri #NaturePositiveCities #NaturePositiveTransition #WEF #Biodiversity

𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡 𝐁𝐈𝐎𝐅𝐈𝐍-𝐄𝐔 𝐩𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫: 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝-𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚🌱 📌𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬:  •Existing biodiversity-linked financial instruments are not generally scalable •Transaction costs and incentive problems relating need to be addressed in a systematic way •Market design efforts need to better match capital flows with projects 💡This #research outlines a framework to channel public and private capital into land restoration projects effectively. It addresses transparency, and cost-efficiency to unlock the full potential of 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞-𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬. 🔍BIOFIN-EU pioneers innovative approaches to aggregate and analyze #biodiversity data, ensuring sustainable financial solutions for ecological restoration. Together, we can restore the balance. 🌿 #HorizonEU #ResearchImpactEU #nature #greenfinance #sustainablefinance #finance

📢 Call for contributors The ‘No Limits to Hope’ project by The Club of Rome, The Fifth Element, and WEEC Network is designed to shift mindsets to foster a fairer, healthier world by exploring new collaborative learning and problem-solving methods. We invite researchers, educators, and practitioners who have explored new learning paradigms and their ability to foster systemic transformation to submit research proposals, papers, and case studies to be included in a report aiming to drive cultural change. Learn more and apply ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dAvnVkfi

The global economy could face a 50% loss in GDP between 2070 and 2090, unless immediate policy action on risks posed by the climate crisis is taken. Published today, ‘Planetary Solvency – finding our balance with nature’ is the IFoA’s fourth report in collaboration with climate scientists and explores a framework for global risk management to address climate risks and show how this approach can support future prosperity. Read the report below or on our website: https://lnkd.in/e5RxeBFg

Global Ecosystems, Local Action: Financing Innovation for Planetary Health ⏰ January 22, 2025 | 14:00-16:00 📍 Climate Hub, Kulturzentrum Davos Organised by IKED, Green-up @ WEF and PDIE Group - join us as we unite leading financial institutions, development banks, impact investors, and policymakers to explore innovative financing solutions for planetary health challenges. Featured Speakers include: Jaime de Bourbon de Parme, Climate Envoy of the Netherlands Serge EKUE, President, West African Development Bank Charles KARANGWA, MBA, Global Head of Nature-based Solutions, IUCN And other distinguished leaders in sustainable finance and innovation Key Focus Areas: ▪️ Unlocking capital for climate-smart technologies ▪️ Scaling community-led sustainability initiatives ▪️ Building resilient urban & regional ecosystems ▪️ Measuring impact & ensuring equitable outcomes The event includes interactive panels, keynote speeches, and a networking reception, fostering meaningful dialogue on financing sustainable futures. Limited seating available. Project partners welcome! #WEF2025 #ClimateAction #SustainableFinance #Innovation #PlanetaryHealth #Davos #ImpactInvesting #Sustainability Ingrid Andersson

I’m back in Davos connecting with many Nature Positive Initiative partners, friends & allies on the theme of how to ensure more tangible action towards a nature-positive world. Main points at the beginning of the week: ➡️ Safeguarding the planet is a key theme at Davos and a nature-positive, net-zero future are the key global goals ➡️ Half of the top 10 risks identified for the next decade are related to the environment, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2025 – with biodiversity loss and ecosystem collapse ranked as the second highest long-term global risk. ➡️ Understanding changes in the state of nature is vital to drive the shift required to halt and reverse nature loss. That’s why the Nature Positive Initiative has been working to align around one set of State of Nature Metrics. Read the latest update here: https://lnkd.in/e_z7Ymdq ➡️ We’re hosting a Nature Positive Dinner to widen the numbers of actors in this movement and deepen commitments to securing a nature-positive world. The livestream will be available to watch here: https://lnkd.in/eYUa64s6 If you’re in Davos and want to explore how Nature Positive can help safeguard our planet, Let’s connect! #wef25 #NaturePositive

Today the European Commission has launched a call for evidence to shape the European Oceans Pact, a political initiative that aims to promote sustainable ocean management and ensure the health, resilience, and productivity of the oceans and thus the prosperity of the EU’s coastal communities. The pact was announced by President von der Leyen in her political guidelines for the next European Commission (2024-2029). The call for evidence will run until 17 February 2025, with the Commission expecting to receive a wide range of contributions from stakeholders, experts, and citizens. The feedback collected will be used to shape the European Oceans Pact, which the Commission aims to present in time for the 3rd UN Ocean Conference in June 2025. #EU4Algae, #Sustainability, #BlueEconomy, #CircularEconomy, #AlgaeInnovation, #OceanRestoration, #Biodiversity #CINEA_EU, #EUGreenDeal #EABA #Global Seaweed Coalition #SUBMARINER Network for Blue Growth EEIG Laura Maragna Adrien Vincent https://lnkd.in/enBjfvpT

🌿 How can we address nature-related financial risks? Biodiversity loss and environmental degradation pose severe material financial risks. Awareness is growing, but how can we quantify these risks and transition towards #NaturePositive? 🎓 Join our NbS Foundation Course this January (online), with expert Dr Nicola Ranger, Director of the Global Finance & Economy Group and the Resilient Planet Finance Lab @UniofOxford Gain the latest insights on: 📊 Understanding and quantifying nature-related risks & dependencies 📈 Nature-positive scenarios and transition risks 💰 Financing nature-based solutions 🌎 Apply now to secure your spot and join a global cohort of professionals working towards positive outcomes for people and nature 🔗 https://lnkd.in/efHKRv_8 (Deadline 21st January 5pm GMT) Environmental Change Institute (ECI), University of Oxford Department of Biology, University of Oxford Oxford Martin School #NatureRelatedRisks #NatureFinance #TNFD

We’re heading to the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos next week. Safeguarding the planet starts with action for nature positive! 🌱✊ In this milestone year for the climate, nature and SDG agenda, we will drive home the urgency of halting and reversing nature loss to Davos attendees. Together with a line-up of impressive speakers, our main event will discuss accelerating momentum towards a nature-positive future. The event is open for all to watch from home via a livestream. 📅 Date: 22 January ⏰ Time: 19:30–21:30 CET 📽️ Watch the livestream on the SDG Tent website https://lnkd.in/eui5Aq-a Becky Anderson André Hoffmann Marco Lambertini Johan Rockström Inger Andersen Harvey Locke Eva Zabey Dorothy Maseke ,CFIRM Mark Gough Achim Steiner Sylvia Earle CNN PIK - Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research InTent UNEP-WCMC Business for Nature African Natural Capital Alliance Capitals Coalition SDG Tent Photo copyright: World Economic Forum/ Greg Beadle

❗ HALF of the top 10 risks identified for the next decade are related to the environment, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2025 – with biodiversity loss and ecosystem collapse ranked as the second highest long-term global risk. ❗ There is a crucial need for global leaders – including industries – to implement transformations to halt and reverse nature loss. 📊 Yet, while 78% of Fortune 500 companies have climate targets, only 12% have biodiversity targets. The World Economic Forum’s latest ‘Nature Positive Transitions: Sectors’ reports detail the intrinsic ways that industries depend on nature, identifying $1.4 trillion in nature-positive opportunities across four sectors globally, along with actionable strategies to transition to a nature-positive future, with five new reports on: 🔧 Mining and Metals 🚢 Ports 🌊 Offshore Wind 🚗 Automotive 🇨🇳 Automotive – China deep-dive Dive into the report series: https://lnkd.in/exsYkwV5 Read World Economic Forum' Risk Report 2025: https://lnkd.in/etw9fvCg #NaturePositive #Biodiversity #WEF #AM25