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🙏 🚀 🙌 refinq gains FFG support for its advanced “Nature Intelligence Hub”: Elevating Biodiversity and Climate Analysis 🧬 🌍 🛰 We're excited to share that refinq has been awarded a significant grant of € 480,000 from the FFG Österreichische Forschungsförderungsgesellschaft mbH, Austria's premier agency for research funding. This endorsement by one of Austria's most distinguished research funding bodies reinforces our dedication to leading in technical and scientific realms. This funding will enable us to substantially advance and fortify our Nature Intelligence Hub for biodiversity, ecosystem and climate risk analysis. Our objective with the Nature Intelligence Hub is to support companies in assessing their environmental impacts, dependencies and risks, while facilitating cost-efficient data collection, while also aiding them in complying with complex environmental regulations and frameworks like TNFD, CSRD, ESRS, SBTN, etc. The Hub is developing into a comprehensive All-in-One solution, not just offering insights into nature, but also affecting corporate decisions and the transparency of environmental impacts & dependencies within their locations and value chain. At the heart of our initiative is the provision of AI-enhanced nature data through the aggregation, validation, and processing of information from diverse sources, including on-site data, geospatial information and satellite imagery. Our ambition is to fill data voids and provide improved insights for reporting metrics, biodiversity and climate compatibility assessments and financial impacts. We express our sincere thanks to the FFG for their confidence in our vision and are eager to continue our efforts, which hold immense significance not only for the realm of science and technology but also for the conservation of our planet.

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🌍🎄 Advent for Action: Day 6 👉🏻 6% of tropical forests are made up of mangroves, which store ten times more carbon than other ecosystems. Mangroves are coastal guardians, capturing vast amounts of carbon in their soils and playing a critical role in combating climate change. Despite covering only 6% of global forests, their impact is disproportionately large, protecting shorelines, supporting marine biodiversity, and storing carbon. However, they are being lost at alarming rates due to deforestation and development. 🌱 Find out more about the interdependence of biodiversity and climate change on our blog: https://lnkd.in/eftWBSF7 Source: WWF (https://lnkd.in/dDtUj3Xa) #adventcalendar #adventforaction #holidayseason #mangroves #biodiversity

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🌍🎄 Advent for Action: Day 5 👉🏻 Just 5% of the Earth’s land surface supports over half of the planet’s species. Conserving these so called biodiversity hotspots is key to a sustainable future. These regions are incredibly rich in species, many of which are endemic, meaning they exist nowhere else. Despite their importance, these areas are under severe threat due to human activities such as deforestation, agricultural expansion, and urbanization. 🌱 Businesses rely more on biodiversity as you might think. Read more biodiversity hotspots and why they matter our blog: https://lnkd.in/eNTYtKJz Source: National Geographic on Biodiversity Hotspots (https://lnkd.in/e-VGizcS) #adventcalendar #adventforaction #holidayseason #biodiversityhotspots #conservation

🌎🎄 Advent for Action: Day 4 👉🏻 4°C of global warming could lead to catastrophic biodiversity losses globally, impacting ecosystems irreversibly. Scientists predict this level of warming could push half of the world’s plant and animal species toward extinction. For humanity, the consequences would be equally dire: intensified natural disasters, severe agricultural decline, and millions displaced from their homes due to uninhabitable conditions. A 4°C temperature rise isn’t just a theoretical scenario — it’s a future we’re heading toward if current emission trends continue. 🌡️ We must act now to change course. Limiting global warming is not just a goal but a necessity for a livable future. Discover how businesses can help mitigate these risks: https://lnkd.in/daPr_VnB Source: WWF (https://lnkd.in/dDtUj3Xa) #adventcalendar #holidayseason #globalwarming #ipcc #biodiversity

🌎🎄 Advent for Action: Day 3 👉🏻 The world’s 3 largest tropical rainforests are losing ground rapidly. The Amazon, Congo, and Southeast Asian rainforests are not just home to extraordinary biodiversity—they’re also vital for global climate stability. These lush ecosystems act as massive carbon sinks, regulate weather patterns, and support millions of livelihoods. Yet, over 3 million square kilometers of tropical forests were lost between 2000 and 2019 due to deforestation. 🌳 Sustainable supply chains are essential to combat deforestation. Explore strategies for businesses: https://lnkd.in/eb5HjQbH Source: IPBES Global Assessment Report (https://lnkd.in/ege7jtmF) #adventcalendar #holidayseason #deforestation #supplychains #rainforest

🌎🎄 Advent for Action: Day 2 👉🏻 2 thirds of marine environments have been significantly altered by climate change. Two-thirds of our oceans are already feeling the impact of climate change. Protecting marine environments is essential for biodiversity and our future. 🌊 Businesses can play a vital role in safeguarding nature while strengthening their resilience. 📖 Dive into our latest blog to learn which financial risks global nature loss holds: https://lnkd.in/eWVnir3x Source: WWF’s Living Planet Report (https://lnkd.in/ewVuemSu) #adventcalendar #conservation #climatechange #holidayseason #oceanconservation

Kicking-off the holiday season by celebrating the spirit of innovation 🎄

🌍🎄 Advent for Action: Day 1 As we approach the holiday season, it’s the perfect time to reflect on our connection with nature. Starting today, we’re sharing 24 powerful facts about biodiversity, climate change, and what businesses can do to lead the way in sustainability. Let’s unwrap a better future, one fact at a time! 🎁 👉🏻 Over 1 million animal and plant species are threatened with extinction. Nature is the foundation of our economies and societies. Businesses that take proactive steps to protect biodiversity not only safeguard ecosystems but also future-proof their operations in the face of growing environmental and regulatory pressures. Read about how biodiversity accounting can be beneficial for companies in our recent blog: https://lnkd.in/e7PjNyFr 🌱 The time to act is now. Together, we can shift from being part of the problem to being a crucial part of the solution. Source: United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (https://lnkd.in/eVWqTnR3) #adventcalendar #adventforaction #holidayseason #biodiversity #extinction