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💥 Another great resource now available on the Land Use Finance Impact Hub! This case study profiles the IFACC Initiative-aligned Renova Pasto loan product, which provide long tenor, DCF loans with technical assistance for the restoration of degraded pastureland. Big thanks to Giacomo Ascenzi and Krishna Brijmohun for their fab work in developing this case study, with input from Raquel Costa and Thiago Paiva Grandi. ➡ Check out this and other resources here: https://lnkd.in/ejcX8G67 cc Rodrigo Cassola, Julie Loyson, Ivo Mulder, Raphaele Deau

Taking Root's Meike Siegner has contributed to a policy piece for the upcoming G20 summit in Brazil. Led by Lara Fornabaio and Lisa Sachs from the Columbia Center for Sustainable Investments, the piece advocates for a crucial shift in public and private investments from nature-negative finance to nature-based solutions. As world leaders prepare to gather later this year, it's imperative to champion the financing of nature-based solutions to improve livelihoods, restore nature, and mitigate the climate crisis. The policy piece emphasizes that these solutions should prioritize community-led restoration and high-quality credits, ensuring that the co-benefits of these projects directly benefit local people. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/dS8zp3yN

Check out David Ramos Silva’s article on the work developed by RdA Climate Solutions team in the field of circular economy, particularly for the HOOP Project🔄🌍!

🔄 Unlocking Investment for a Circular Bioeconomy 🌱💰 The circular bioeconomy presents a major opportunity for cities and businesses to transition towards a more sustainable and resilient economic model. However, financing remains a key challenge, with many projects struggling to secure the necessary funding to scale up and maximize impact. 💡 What’s needed to drive investment? ✅ Blended finance models to de-risk circular bioeconomy projects. ✅ Stronger collaboration between public and private investors. ✅ Clear regulatory frameworks to incentivize sustainable investments. ✅ Innovative business models that make bioeconomy projects more attractive to financiers. At RdA Climate Solutions we actively work on solutions to bridge this gap, helping cities and businesses navigate the challenges of financing circular bioeconomy initiatives. 📝 Want to learn more about how to unlock investment for the circular bioeconomy? Check out the article by David Ramos Silva and Jorge Rodrigues de Almeida, published on REVOLVE. 🔗 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/d2WsBgAe HOOP Project #Horizon2020 #RdAClimateSolutions #HOOP #CircularBioeconomy #SustainableFinance #ClimateInnovation #GreenInvestment #Bioeconomy

Addressing biodiversity is not only a matter of environmental responsibility but also one of economic sustainability #nature #nbs #biodiversity #climatechange #sustainability #esg

📝 Excited to share the latest report we have written in cooperation with Inevitable Policy Response! We are grateful to Andreas Stokkendal Poulsen and Lara Gutiérrez Santander for their fantastic work on this piece outlining how nature-based solutions can contribute to reducing CO2 emissions from agriculture & land sectors. Check out the post below to dive into the details and learn more. 👇 #NBS #ClimateAction #GreenTransition #KayaPartners

Allow me to introduce you to Nela Duke Ekpenyong a visionary leader shaping the landscape of sustainability. As the Co-founder of the Obudu Conservation Center and the managing partner at Akoda Fundraisers Africa’s pioneering Biomimicry Accelerator, Netanela is dedicated to integrating environmental consciousness into our daily lives while championing sustainable funding. While speaking at the Global Sustainability Summit organized by CleanCyclers at the British House of Lords, Netanela passionately advocates for sustainable investment. She leads efforts to accelerate the achievement of SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals), recognizing them not as mere checkboxes, but as the compass guiding us toward a greener, more equitable world. However, Netanela’s commitment extends beyond rhetoric. She ensures that her investments in various companies align with sustainable practices based on ESG metrics, ensuring they not only generate profit but also positively impact people and the planet. They are sculpting a sustainable legacy, with best practices ingrained into their very DNA. #SustainableLiving #GreenEnergy #EcoConscious #ReduceReuseRecycle #ClimateActionNow #GoGreen #ConsciousConsumer #PlanetOverProfit #RenewableFuture #EthicalFashion #CleanEnergy #SustainableFashion #LowImpactLiving #ClimateJustice #CircularEconomy #SustainableSolutions #GreenTech #CarbonFootprint #Biodiversity #ResponsibleConsumption

At ECBF, we believe in investing where innovation meets impact. Our thematic investment approach is rooted in ESG trends that promise long-term transformation—aligning with our mission to enable a transition from a fossil-based to a #bio-based economy. 🚀♻️ Here’s how we make this vision a reality: 🔬💡 What we invest in: We target European scale-up companies at the forefront of innovation. These are businesses developing cutting-edge technologies, products, processes, or business models that: 1️⃣ Convert renewable biological resources or waste streams into high-value products such as: Food & feed 🍎 Bio-based chemicals 🧪 Sustainable materials 🛠️ Performance biologicals 🌾 2️⃣ Sustainably improve productivity in sectors like: Agriculture and farming 🚜 Forestry 🌲 The blue economy 🌊 Why it matters: The global economy is undergoing a necessary and urgent transformation. By investing in these innovative companies, we support solutions that increase efficiency, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and unlock the potential of renewable resources—all while fostering sustainable growth. Our goal is to help build a future where sustainable innovation not only drives economic success but also safeguards the planet for generations to come. Are you as excited about ESG-driven investments as we are? Share your thoughts below or connect with us to learn more about our journey to a greener future! 👇 #venturecapital #sustainability #impactinvestment

A must read! David Carlin’s Sustainability digest provides insightful insights into what the future of Sustainability and why COP16 Biodiversity finance will be prominent in this year!

At the Sustainability Summit today, where we are having discussions on how to increase adoption and financing for sustainable initiatives in energy and agriculture across the globe. #Sustainability