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 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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Today, more than 130 businesses and financial institutions, representing $1.1 trillion in revenue, are urging global leaders to accelerate the adoption and enforcement of robust nature policies.
Read MoreThe first business nature strategies have been reviewed and published as part of ‘It’s Now for Nature’
Read MoreAs we gear up to the UN CBD Biodiversity COP16 in Cali, Colombia, the Business for Nature coalition hosts an open global webinar on 11 June to drive company engagement.
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With economic stability under threat, businesses must pivot toward nature-positive models. While understanding nature-related impacts seems daunting, new initiatives can support companies as they develop nature-positive strategies. Business leadership and innovation can lead us out of the nature crisis, but the time for action is now.
Read MoreEvery business relies on nature for resources and ecosystem services including water, food, fibre, and minerals. The fashion and apparel sector is no exception.
Read MoreAlmost a year since 196 governments adopted the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework at CBD COP15, the Business for Nature coalition has today launched a new global campaign ‘It's Now for Nature’. The campaign rallies all businesses to act on nature and contribute towards the global goal to halt and reverse nature loss by 2030.
Read MoreWhere’s nature in your business strategy? Join our global business webinar for the ‘It’s Now for Nature’ campaign and find out why and how your business can develop and publish a credible nature strategy. Developed by Business for Nature and 85 partner organizations, the campaign will rally and unite businesses to ensure by 2030, businesses are credibly contributing towards a nature-positive world.
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“Apart from conserving 30 percent of the world by 2030, the global biodiversity pact governments signed last year also requires large firms to disclose biodiversity risks and impacts across their value chains,” says Pallavi Kalita, Advocacy and Asia Lead at Business for Nature.
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