With more than half of global GDP dependent on systems provided by nature, protecting biodiversity plays a crucial role in keeping the world economy stable, the sustainable lender said in a new white paper.
Asset owners, industry experts and market practitioners came together this week at Impact Investor’s annual conference to discuss the most critical issues surrounding the 2030 deadline for the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
The fund aims to provide investors with access to a range of carbon removal projects, at a time when governments are waking up to the scale of work required to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement.
The Blue Revolution Fund, which aims to support the restoration of the marine ecosystem, has exceeded its initial €75m target, and aims to foster more sustainable practices in the commercial production of seafood.
A consortium of French institutions have chosen Mirova to manage the Fonds Objectif Biodiversité, which will focus on investment solutions targeting biodiversity preservation.
The new index will give investors the chance to see what impact government policy is having on nature, and help assess a country’s nature and biodiversity risks, according to the firm.
The Netherlands-based investment manager is looking to strengthen its advisory services and gain better access to impact investing solutions, particularly in the field of biodiversity.
To mark World Rhino Day on 22 September, Impact Investor spoke to the team behind the Wildlife Conservation Bond, working to help local black rhinoceros in South African populations recover from the brink of extinction.
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