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The 2025 Accountability for Nature report is out now. Building on last year's editions, this updated report provides a comprehensive analysis of private sector assessment and disclosure approaches on nature-related issues. New in 2025: A dedicated chapter on pollution—a major driver of biodiversity loss and a growing financial risk. As regulatory action intensifies, financial institutions must integrate pollution considerations into risk management and decision-making. Addressing pollution is no longer just a corporate responsibility—it’s a strategic necessity. 📥 Download the report: https://ow.ly/bZbA50V1x7j #NatureFinance #FinancialSector UNEP-WCMC

Don’t forget to join the Accountability for Nature #webinar tomorrow, February 18, 14:00-15:00 CET. Hosted by United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI), the session will examine evolving nature and pollution disclosure trends and key developments, from advancements in data transparency and market tools to the role of regulatory frameworks in driving nature-positive outcomes. The speakers will explore how financial institutions and businesses can better integrate nature and pollution considerations into assessment and disclosure practices to help navigate impact and risk assessment, target setting and regulatory compliance. Register here: https://lnkd.in/g2ej5mCh #NatureFinance #FinanceForNature #NaturePositive 

Did you know that between 80 and 90 per cent of international trade relies on financing, guarantees and insurance? And that export credit agencies (ECAs) and export-import (ExIm) banks alone provide around $2.6 trillion of payment risk protection? 9 ECAs and ExIm banks from around the globe recognize this important role in stimulating more #sustainable international trade and have recently formed the Net-Zero Export Credit Agencies Alliance (NZECA), committing to #decarbonize their portfolios by 2050. Join the webinar to find out more about NZECA members’ progress and a new tool developed by the group to help them set targets. Speakers include: Usher, E., UNEP FI Elsa Kyander, UK Export Finance Emmanuelle Dot, UK Export Finance Professor Andreas Klasen, University of Oxford Toke Philipsen Prahm, EIFO moderator: Elena Koritchenko, UNEP FI Register here: https://ow.ly/OWwU50V0gW2 #sustainablefinance

How are evolving disclosure trends shaping #NatureFinance strategies? Join our Accountability for Nature webinar tomorrow February 18 14:00-15:00 CET to discuss findings from our 2025 report. There is a growing need for comprehensive approaches that link nature and #pollution issues in financial decision making, especially as global frameworks and approaches are being integrated into mandatory requirements. This webinar will cover how financial institutions and businesses can better integrate nature and pollution considerations in their assessment and disclosure practices to help them navigate impact and risk assessment, target setting, and regulatory compliance.  Register now: https://ow.ly/K14w50UTaif UNEP-WCMC

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How are evolving nature and pollution disclosure trends shaping financial strategies?  At the upcoming Accounting for Nature #webinar hosted by United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI), experts and practitioners will share key developments on applying leading approaches and frameworks, including the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards, International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) Standards, Science Based Targets Network (SBTN) guidance, Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD), and the Natural Capital Protocol.   From advancements in data transparency and market tools to the role of regulatory frameworks in driving nature-positive outcomes, participants will gain actionable insights on embedding nature and pollution consideration into portfolios and promoting sustainable, resilient financial decision-making.  Register here: https://lnkd.in/g2ej5mCh   #NatureFinance #FinanceForNature #NaturePositive 

UNEP FI is looking for a motivated intern to support the Principles for Sustainable Insurance (PSI) Initiative. This internship offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of sustainability and the insurance industry. Depending on skills, background, and interests, the intern will assist with communications, programme management, research, event organization, and stakeholder engagement. Specific areas of focus may include supporting the V20 Sustainable Insurance Facility, Insurance for Nature Positive, and other key initiatives. Learn more and apply by 24th of February: https://ow.ly/oP3h50UYsit

UNEP FI is delighted to be supporting the Global Ethical Finance Initiative (GEFI) and Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers on the fourth edition of Ethical Finance ASEAN, that brings together global and regional experts to explore actionable pathways toward a resilient and inclusive financial future for ASEAN. This week's summit will build on past discussions and delve into the critical themes of inclusive economic growth, resilience and sustainability in regional finance, green innovation and climate financing, and ASEAN’s role in global economic stability. With a strong emphasis on inclusivity, Ethical Finance ASEAN 2025 aims to align sustainable finance with ASEAN’s unique regional needs, fostering dialogue that empowers diverse stakeholders and ensures equitable progress. Learn more and register here: https://ow.ly/SxEU50V13mJ

UNEP FI is seeking an intern to support its Climate and regional teams in advancing climate mitigation initiatives for financial institutions in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). The intern will assist with stakeholder engagement, capacity-building efforts, and regional climate transition analysis. Learn more and apply by 24th of February: https://ow.ly/xOc350UVsVF

"Strong policy signals and coordinated responses by governments, central banks and financial institutions are crucial to help protect financial stability by reducing nature-related risks and supporting nature-positive activities. The case studies provided in the report show how this can be done and what types of regulatory actions are currently undertaken to halt biodiversity loss by 2030." In OMFIF, UNEP FI's Laura Canas da Costa and WWF's Maud ABDELLI discuss current developments in nature-related regulations for banks globally, drawing on findings from the recent joint UNEP FI / WWF report, "Navigating Nature-related Regulations for Banks: Mapping the Policy Landscape". Read the article: https://lnkd.in/e53zqvUM Download the report: https://lnkd.in/gvGFvsUE Sem Houben Romie Goedicke den Hertog Pina Saphira