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🌍✨ Two weeks ago, I had the great honor of attending the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) COP 16 in Cali, Columbia! The conference, themed "Peace with Nature," brought together delegates from 196 countries to discuss the implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF). Key takeaways: ✨ Emphasis on halting and reversing biodiversity loss by 2030 ✨ Establishment of the "Cali Fund" for benefit-sharing of genetic resources ✨ Significant progress in reducing deforestation and integrating nature conservation with climate protection ✨ Greater involvement of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (IPLCs) The conference highlighted the vital connection between biodiversity, human well-being, and economic stability. For the #RealEstateIndustry, which contributes nearly 30% to global biodiversity loss, the message was clear: We must take responsibility and integrate biodiversity risks into our risk management frameworks and strategies. The lack of financing for necessary biodiversity protection measures poses increased risks, costs, and uncertainties for real estate projects and existing buildings. However, it also opens up opportunities for innovation, new technologies, and stronger resilience against environmental changes. As we move forward, it's essential to consider biodiversity in all aspects of real estate investments - from location assessment to tenant engagement. Let's work together to make biodiversity a priority and drive meaningful change in the #builtenvironment! Please refer to the attached overview for more detailed outcomes and impacts for real estate, including a checklist to guide your efforts. #Sustainability #RealEstate #Biodiversity #COP16 #GreenBuilding #EnvironmentalStewardship #Innovation #PwC #PwCRealEstate WBCSD – World Business Council for Sustainable Development Project Everyone

Just learned about the Exciting Developments from COP 16 to the Convention on Biological Diversity in Cali, Colombia! 🌿 Motto:- "Paz con la Natureleza" (peace with nature) The recently concluded COP 16 has set a transformative agenda for global biodiversity conservation. Here are the key highlights: 1. **Cali Fund**: Established to ensure equitable sharing of benefits from digital sequence information (DSI) on genetic resources, with a focus on Indigenous Peoples and local communities. 2. **Permanent Subsidiary Body**: A new body dedicated to preserving Indigenous knowledge and practices has been formed, promoting meaningful participation in biodiversity efforts. 3. **Resource Mobilization Strategy**: Aiming to secure $200 billion annually by 2030 for biodiversity initiatives, with commitments to redirect $500 billion in harmful subsidies. 4. **National Biodiversity Targets**: 119 countries submitted targets aligned with the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, supporting the ambitious goals set for 2030. 5. **Synthetic Biology and Invasive Species**: New action plans to address inequalities in synthetic biology and guidelines for managing invasive alien species were introduced. 6. **Global Action Plan on Biodiversity and Health**: Approved to tackle zoonotic diseases and promote the interconnected health of ecosystems, animals, and humans. 7. **Recognition of People of African Descent**: Acknowledging their vital role in implementing biodiversity strategies. In line with these global efforts, India launched its updated National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan, featuring 23 ambitious targets to protect our rich biodiversity. This comprehensive approach emphasizes community engagement, sustainable practices, and a commitment to restoring ecosystems. Together, we can pave the way for a sustainable future, ensuring the protection of our planet's invaluable biodiversity. Let’s collaborate and take action for a healthier, more equitable world! #COP16 #Biodiversity #Sustainability #GlobalGoals #EnvironmentalProtection #IndiaNBSAP

🌿🌍"𝐁𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧" - 𝐈𝐃𝐁 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 🌍🌿 Today marks the 2024 International Day for Biodiversity (IBD). At Anthesis – Climate Neutral Group, we remain committed to partnering with companies of all sizes and sectors to halt and reverse the loss of global biodiversity and restore our planet to health. The theme of #IDB2024 is 'Be Part of the Plan', a powerful call to action to unite and support the implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, also known as The Biodiversity Plan. This Biodiversity Plan presents a unique opportunity for cooperation and partnerships among a diverse range of stakeholders. Governments, indigenous peoples, local communities, NGOs, lawmakers, businesses, and individuals alike are encouraged to share their efforts in supporting this vital initiative. Everyone has a role to play, and together, we can make a significant impact. Join us in celebrating IDB 2024 and take action to preserve and restore our planet's biodiversity. Share your stories and initiatives by commenting below, and let's work together to #BePartOfThePlan. 🌱✨ Learn more about the key components of developing a biodiversity strategy for your organisation below, and find out more about our Nature and Biodiversity solutions here: https://lnkd.in/ekCdWK7s 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝘂𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲-𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄: Endorse the COP16 Business Statement, 'Renewed policy ambition on nature': https://lnkd.in/dV2--sXW Learn more about A-Track, a new four-year, €11 million project that will accelerate action for nature by business, financial institutions, and governments, here: https://lnkd.in/eYDpUqSh #IDB2024 #BiodiversityPlan #KunmingMontrealFramework #COP16 #Sustainability #Conservation #Biodiversity #Collaboration #GlobalAction #NaturePositive #NowForNature Bianca Nijhof Anthesis Group

🌍 On the Road to COP16! 🚀 🌍 GYC is getting ready to attend the COP16 Colombia (Oct 21 - Nov 1, 2024)! Here's a quick summary of the key points to keep in mind for this crucial event for global biodiversity: 1. Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework: The first biodiversity conference since its adoption at COP15. Countries will discuss its implementation and progress. 2. Cartagena Protocol: 11th meeting on Biosafety, focusing on the safe use of living modified organisms. 3. Global Participation: Ministers, entrepreneurs, and activists from nearly 200 countries are expected to attend. 4.Key Topics: Conservation, sustainable use of natural resources, and equitable distribution of benefits from genetic resources. 5. SDGs: Aligning biodiversity efforts with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for sustainable national policies. Stay tuned for more updates! 🌱💪 #ontheroadtoCOP16 #cop16Cali #youthforbiodiversity #biodiversityCOP #globalyouthclimate #GYCAtCOP16 #Colombia #Pazconlanaturaleza

Historic strides were made at the recent COP16 in recognising the role of Indigenous communities and setting ambitious biodiversity targets. As anticipated, the concept of “nature positive” was a significant focus, emphasising the need for actions that lead to the improvement of biodiversity, ecosystem resilience, and overall environmental health. This approach aims to halt and reverse the loss of nature by 2030. Several significant agreements were reached: 1.     Empowerment of Indigenous Communities: COP16 recognized Indigenous Peoples and people of African descent as key stewards of biodiversity. A new subsidiary body was established to ensure their participation in decision-making processes. 2.     Nature’s Genetic Data: A global fund was created to collect economic resources from the use of digital sequence information (genetic codes from organisms). Companies using this information must allocate part of their profits to this fund, which will support Indigenous communities and biodiversity conservation. 3.     Biodiversity Protection: Commitments were made to protect 30% of the Earth’s land and 30% of degraded ecosystems by 2030, continuing efforts from the Kunming-Montreal Global Framework for Biodiversity. However, the lack of agreement on financing and monitoring mechanisms highlights the challenges ahead in implementing these commitments: 1.     Financing Model: There was no consensus on a financing model to support the biodiversity protection plan. It is estimated that $700 billion is needed to implement the framework, but delegates could not agree on how to raise and manage these funds. 2.     Monitoring Mechanism: A mechanism to monitor the progress of countries in complying with the biodiversity protection roadmap was not finalized. Discussions were suspended due to the lack of negotiators present to reach an agreement. Niche plays a significant role in promoting nature-positive outcomes in Australia. Through the integration of initiatives and services we aim to leave a positive legacy on the environment and create a sustainable future for communities and ecosystems. #cop16 #NaturePositive #biodiversity #biodiversityoffsetting #naturalcapital #niche #excellenceinyourenvironment [generic COP16 image]

🌍🌱 Celebrating International Biodiversity Day! 🌱🌍 Today, we reflect on the pivotal role of the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity and its latest milestone: the adoption of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) at COP 15. This groundbreaking framework, the result of four years of dedicated consultation and negotiation, charts an ambitious course towards a world living in harmony with nature by 2050. Key highlights of the GBF include: 🔹 4 Goals for 2050: Long-term visions to guide global biodiversity efforts. 🔹 23 Targets for 2030: Actionable steps to ensure progress within this decade. 🔹 Comprehensive Support Package: Includes a monitoring framework, financial resources, capacity development, and an enhanced mechanism for planning, monitoring, reporting, and reviewing implementation. 🔹 Digital Sequence Information Agreement: A landmark agreement on genetic resources. 🔹 Awareness Campaign: "The Biodiversity Plan: For Life on Earth" to raise global awareness and support for biodiversity goals. A key aspect of the GBF is the call for all Parties to set national targets, and for other stakeholders to develop and share their commitments. In the #solarindustry, we can set examples on how installations, can play a crucial role in this biodiversity effort. By integrating pollinator-friendly habitats under #solar panels, using land wisely, and reducing carbon footprints, solar farms can enhance local biodiversity while providing #cleanenergy. Together, we can create a sustainable future where human progress and nature coexist in harmony. Let's continue to support and implement the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework for the well-being of our planet and all its inhabitants. 🌿💚 #BiodiversityDay #PartOfThePlan #ForNature #SustainableDevelopment #SolarEnergy #Biodiversity #COP15 #ClimateAction #Sustainability

The UN Biodiversity Summit (#COP16) is currently unfolding in Cali, #Colombia 🇨🇴, with nearly 200 countries working to advance the Kunming-Montreal Global #Biodiversity Framework. Delegates are focused on crucial next steps, including setting actionable national plans, establishing a monitoring framework, and securing the $200 billion annually needed to drive real change. Unfortunately, we were not able to attend ourselves, but we’re fortunate to follow the conversations closely, guided by our network experts Helena Wasserman, Joshua Berger, and many others who are actively driving the conversations on biodiversity impact and conservation! Key Insights they’ve shared: 1️⃣ From Goals to Action: Helena emphasizes the importance of nations translating COP15 pledges into concrete biodiversity strategies. 2️⃣ Funding Needs: Joshua highlights the $200 billion annual funding required and the challenges of mobilizing sustainable financing. 3️⃣ Indigenous Leadership: Both experts stress the role of Indigenous communities in safeguarding biodiversity and the need for their voices in policy-making. ➡️ For more insights, check out Helena’s latest post: https://lnkd.in/eh_EmgjP and Joshua’s Nature Intelligence newsletter: https://lnkd.in/egn5TY9b 🌱 Camille Accolas Thomas Gmeiner Ben O'Sullivan Elijah Kilzer Gioia Lelli

My take on COP16: more challenges remain than progress made. Unfortunately, humanity is finding it difficult to translate easily identifiable long-term negative impacts into short-term positive actions. The writing is on the wall. #Biodiversity #COP16 #SustainableDevelopment #IndigenousRights #EnvironmentalJustice #Conservation Michel Ackermann Nicolas Ackermann Jürgen Ackermann Philippe GISQUET Alain Retiere Oliver Herrmann Markus Neteler Xenia Paulsen

COP16 Colombia: A Pivotal Moment for Global Biodiversity This year’s UN Biodiversity Conference (COP16) in Cali, Colombia, has brought urgent attention to the accelerating crisis of biodiversity loss. Why It Matters: Biodiversity loss isn’t just an environmental issue; it’s an economic one. Over 55% of the global GDP, worth around $58 trillion, depends on nature. Yet, wildlife populations have declined by a shocking 73% over the last 50 years, with some regions like Latin America seeing a 95% decrease. This depletion threatens both ecosystems and economies worldwide. Key Outcomes from COP16: 🌍 Indigenous Leadership: A permanent body for Indigenous consultations was established, emphasizing the vital role of traditional knowledge in conservation efforts. 💸 Financial Commitments: A new biodiversity fund was created, directing half of its revenue to Indigenous communities to support conservation. 🤝 Corporate Pledges: Businesses are being called to develop nature-positive strategies, with companies like Kering and GSK setting science-based targets to combat biodiversity loss. The Path Forward: The private sector's involvement is crucial. Companies must move from commitments to concrete action plans, prioritizing regenerative practices, supply chain transparency, and innovative, biodiversity-friendly products. The financial sector is also stepping up, assessing the impact of their portfolios on nature and integrating nature-related risks into investment decisions. 🌿 The Bottom Line: Protecting biodiversity isn’t just about preserving nature—it’s about ensuring long-term economic stability and resilience. #COP16 #Biodiversity #Sustainability #CorporateResponsibility #NaturePositive

🌍 Over 190 countries will convene at #COP16 from 21st October to 1st November 2024 in Cali, Colombia, under the theme of "Peace with Nature", which will serve as a powerful call to action. With just six years left to achieve the global biodiversity targets adopted in 2022, COP16 Colombia represents a critical moment to mobilize #finance and scale action on nature. ➡️ Specialized in #NbS projects since 2010, we are firmly convinced that #biodiversity cannot be longer decoupled from #climate. These past few months, we have been working assiduously on an impact management approach that integrates biodiversity measure indicators. Biodiversity is one of our major pillars to report the ecosystemic services generated by our projects. 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗼𝗰𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗱𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀: 🤝🏻 We have been invited by the Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BGCI) delegation to present and promote The Global Biodiversity Standard (TGBS) and one of our pilot projects for #certification: Nariño in Colombia. 🤝🏻 We have also been invited by the International Advisory Panel on Biodiversity Credits (IAPB) to promote our ecosystemic impact approach as a pilot in the IABP framework. We'll present our Guizhou project (China) as a showcase. 🤝🏻 As a member of Organization for Biodiversity Certificates (OBC) Framework, we'll participate at the presentation of OBC's Methodology Consortium (MC) and OBC's market approaches. These different topics will be introduced by Carole Renner (Head of Impact Department) and Pierre Gaches, Chief Development Officer. #sustainabledevelopment #sustainability #event #environment #naturebasedsolutions