High-Level Climate Champions

Delegates from countries, and representatives of civil society organisations, the private sector, and academia resumed crucial biodiversity discussions at #CBDCOP16, in Rome. Mobilising finance for biodiversity, taking stock of progress in implementing the #KMGBF and promoting joint actions across the three #RioConventions are key topics of discussion. As the gravity of climate change and biodiversity loss is becoming more evident each year, non-State actors are increasing ambition on nature finance from #COP16Colombia towards #COP30 this year in Brazil. Here are some signals of change across the three #RioConventions: 💲 Nature Positive for Climate Action campaign mobilised over 600 business and financial institutions, including USD 17.7 trillion in assets that have committed to the Taskforce on Nature-related Financing Disclosures-aligned risk management and reporting. 🌱  USD 12 billion in land restoration, land degradation and drought #resilience were pledged as part of the Riyadh Action Agenda at #COP16Riyadh. 🌳 The Tropical Forests Financing Facility aims to provide payment for ecosystem services of standing forests across the tropics.   📈 Private finance for nature has surged elevenfold in four years, from USD 9.4 billion to over USD 102 billion. Check out more: ➡️ Policy Briefing - Principles for Responsible Investment: https://lnkd.in/eWPsCFu3  ➡️ Importance of transparency on nature action - CDP - https://lnkd.in/eyd9HKwe ➡️ From Kunming-Montreal to Cali: Is the Financial System on Track - United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI): https://lnkd.in/dYTg_fJU ➡️ Scaling nature finance now: the opportunity for investors in Brazil and beyond: https://lnkd.in/dtVSANKi Deploying finance to protect, manage, and restore nature is critical to our planet while increasing ambition on the path to #COP30 in Belém, Brazil.

🌱 Big News for wineries in South America! 🍷🌎 IWCA in collaboration with leading wineries from Argentina and Chile, has launched the first-ever Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Calculator for Latin America! 🚀 This free tool helps wineries measure their carbon footprint across Scopes 1, 2, and 3—covering direct emissions, energy consumption, and supply chain impact. By bringing transparency and actionable insights, it supports the wine industry in its journey to reduce emissions and promote sustainable practices. Together, we’re taking a bold step toward a greener future for the wine industry. 🍇♻️ Join the movement! #IWCA #GHGCalculator #SustainableWine #ClimateAction #WineIndustry #CarbonNeutral #GreenWinemaking

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧! This paid fellowship offers a unique opportunity to work alongside the team supporting the UN Climate Change High-Level Climate Champions, driving real-world climate action. If you’re ready to take your impact to the next level, apply by 10 PM GMT, 2 March. Full details in the comments section.

A pleasure to speak at #WGS2025, on CHAMP—the Coalition for High-Ambition Multi-Level Partnerships, in line with H.E. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, UAE Minister of Climate Change & Environment, H.E. Sir Tulio Andrade, Brazil Ministry of Foreign Affairs & other distinguished speakers. To meet our climate goals, we must empower cities, states and regions with direct finance & policy support.

We are hiring! Join our team as a 𝗟𝗔𝗖 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 at the Climate Champions Team. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of accelerating climate and nature finance across Latin America and the Caribbean region. See the comments section for full details👇🏼

Excited to arrive at the World Government Summit in Dubai! As we build on the outcomes of #COP29, I look forward to to exploring how innovation can help address global challenges, mobilize finance, accelerate the just transition, and strength climate resilience. #WGS2025

As our Whole-of-Society report shows, thousands of businesses, investors, cities, states, regions and civil society leaders such as Indigenous Peoples are calling for ambitious, high-quality NDCs—not just as climate commitments, but as engines for building long-term growth, driving investment and innovation, and ensuring shared prosperity. Not just as climate commitments, but as engines for building long-term growth, driving investment and innovation, and ensuring shared prosperity._ Only by working together, can we drive a just, resilient, and net-zero future for all. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gnXvdsr2

Coastal communities are on the frontlines of climate risks. Ports and shipping must evolve to meet the demands of a changing world. But how can engineering align with nature rather than work against it? An invite-only roundtable will bring together experts to explore solutions that go beyond mitigation—focusing on resilience, biodiversity conservation, and pollution reduction. With a mix of case studies, best practices, and interactive discussions, insights from this session will shape global recommendations for nature-positive engineering. The future of coastal protection and sustainable maritime development depends on bold ideas and collective action. This is a step toward making it happen.

From cities, states and regions to businesses, investors, Indigenous Communities and youth activists, people across the whole of society are taking bold action to protect what we stand to lose in the face of a growing climate emergency.  Spotlighting their stories, shared challenges, and impact is more important than ever. Every month, the High-Level Champions' newsletter brings you diverse voices, perspectives and insights showcasing how meaningful change can happen when we come together across countries, cultures and communities to forge new pathways forward.  Subscribe to our monthly newsletter to stay informed 👉🏼https://lnkd.in/dwqJZ_QC

Egyptian Carbon Center steps up as a new accelerator in the Race to Zero, driving the global charge towards net-zero emissions. Their commitment not only amplifies efforts in the MENA region but sets a bold precedent for climate action. Learn more about their innovative approach to reducing carbon footprints and fostering sustainable development: https://bit.ly/RtZEgypt #RaceToZero