2024 has been a lively year for those of us working on advancing global nature action – with discussions maturing and multiplying. We take heart in the progress made over the past 12 months by our fantastic community and partners, and by the growing number of businesses and policymakers committed to building a nature-positive future for all by 2030. Read our highlights.
Read MoreEva Zabey, CEO, Business for Nature, calls for urgent reforms to harmful subsidies, which fuel biodiversity loss, pollution, and climate change. With $2.6 trillion spent annually, redirecting these funds toward sustainable practices is critical. Collaboration between governments and businesses is key to aligning public spending with global biodiversity and climate goals.
Read MoreThe government of Colombia, and in particular Minister Susana Muhamad and her team, demonstrated leadership, humanity, humility and hospitality as the COP16 Presidency. They deserve all the praise and recognition for their efforts, especially pushing for the theme of “Peace with Nature,” encouraging us all to focus on what we agree on (rather than what we don’t) and to build trust. The outcomes of COP16 do not rest on only one government, but all of them. We are collectively responsible and accountable for halting and reversing nature loss by 2030.
Read MoreWe are looking for an experienced Communications Lead to join our international team and help grow Business for Nature’s impact. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a multi-stakeholder team, and through this role you will be directly exposed to the decision-making process and strategy of the organization. Apply by 18 November
Read MoreCOP16 is the world’s best chance to commit to meaningful action towards the GBF’s goal of halting and reversing nature loss by 2030.
Read MoreCOP16 is the world’s best chance to commit to meaningful action towards the GBF’s goal of halting and reversing nature loss by 2030.
Read MoreCOP16 is the world’s best chance to commit to meaningful action towards the GBF’s goal of halting and reversing nature loss by 2030.
Read MoreIn a nutshell: UN adopts Pact for the Future / Updated NBSAPs / New York Climate Week / High Seas Treaty updates
Read MoreIn a time where the health of our planet is increasingly at risk, a growing number of businesses recognize the vital role that they can play in protecting and restoring nature. To support these efforts, Business for Nature, in collaboration with several partners, has developed a Business Action Narrative.
Read MoreIn just over 30 days, representatives from governments, NGOs, civil society, local communities, business, finance and many more will all meet in Cali, Colombia for CBD COP16 (21 October – 1 November).
Read MoreUpdated NBSAPs and national targets/ Negotiations on ABS/ World Summit on Traditional Knowledge Related to Biodiversity
Read MoreWe are looking for a passionate individual who can lead the implementation of Business for Nature’s advocacy strategy with experience in people and team management as well as program management, experience of working with a policy audience, and ideally good understanding of environmental issues and experience working with business. Apply by 15 September 2024.
Read MoreBusiness for Nature has officially joined Race to Zero as one of its more than 30 accelerators to raise awareness of the campaign while building the capacity of non-state actors to deliver ambitious net zero action.
Read MoreNegotiations for deep-sea mining regulation / Updates on WTO fisheries agreement / Suriname publishes updated NBSAP / Renewed call for ambition in Europe / Colombia officially begins ban on some single-use plastics
Read MoreFrom October 21 to November 1, over 190 countries will convene at the sixteenth conference of the parties, COP16, for the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) to drive global action to protect the world’s natural resources. Held in Cali, Colombia, one of the most megadiverse and biodiversity rich countries, the theme of COP16 is ‘Peace with Nature’.
Read MoreNature is in crisis. Current economic and business practices are driving nature loss, putting planetary systems under ever-increasing pressure and creating significant risks for our economies and livelihoods.
Read MoreIn the final sprint towards UN Biodiversity COP16, the Business for Nature coalition is hosting its second global webinar on how businesses can play an active role in the conference and demonstrate progress towards the targets of the Biodiversity Plan.
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