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These days delegates of various nations are in Cali to exchange and formulate how we can tackle the various aspects that need to be attended to in order to conserve and restore biodiversity. A big focus is the need for new technology and analyses development in order to harness biodiversity loss. Grateful to be part of this conference to pave our path supported by science-based approaches.#DHI,#OceanOptimism,#KMGBF

These are our conclusions from #COP16, BioCarbon Standard reflected on the inspiring advancements in biodiversity protection. We are proud to align our standards with these global goals, ensuring that nature-based solutions are at the forefront of our approach. Key insights include: 🌱 A unified path: National Biodiversity and Climate Adaptation Plans now align with the Kunming-Montreal Framework. This calls for USD 200 billion annually by 2030 to support conservation efforts, especially in developing nations. 🌿 Public access and inclusivity: For the first time, CO16's Green Zone welcomed the public, recognizing Indigenous, local, and Afro-descendant communities as “custodians of nature.” 🌐 Technological innovation: New technologies like artificial intelligence strengthen conservation initiatives, improving data access and analysis. BioCarbon Standard is committed to advancing these goals with high-quality standards for sustainability and biodiversity protection. #BioCarbonStandard #CO16 #BiodiversityConservation

🌍 Tackling the Global Biodiversity Funding Gap 🌍 As we gather in Colombia for COP16, it’s clearer than ever that effectively funding biodiversity and ecosystem regeneration remains one of the world’s greatest challenges. Despite the urgency, financial flows toward protecting biodiversity continue to fall short. We must ask: how can we close this gap and establish sustainable ecosystems for generations to come? At Anthropogenic, we're stepping forward with solutions rooted in truth, trust, transparency, and timeliness. By delivering impact intelligence, we’re empowering markets to invest in biodiversity with confidence. Our commitment is to bridge the divide between investment and on-the-ground impact, ensuring that resources flow efficiently and effectively toward high-impact projects. Proud to participate in initiatives like the Leaders of Regeneration Solutions event, hosted by the United Nations Science Summit. If you are in Cali, come see us and be surrounded by inspiring leaders, scientists, and policymakers. Details: October 26 & 27 BRUNCH 10am-1pm - Opening Ceremony and Conversations at Hacienda Tierrapinta (20 min from the Blue Zone) October 29, 10am Solutions Summary Report working session @ University of ICESI #RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/dkUSPCzJ 🌿 It's time to transform biodiversity funding from challenge to opportunity. 🌿 #COP16 #Biodiversity #ImpactIntelligence #SustainableInvestment #Anthropogenic #TrustTransparencyTimeliness #ScienceSummit #Indigeneity #Regeneration Anthropogenic [Image: Courtesy of the United Nations Science Summit and COP16]

This October, I will be in Cali, Colombia for the UN Biodiversity Conference #COP16Colombia. There, Group on Earth Observations (GEO) will launch the proof-of-concept for the Global Ecosystems Atlas. ** Journo friends: We'll have a press conference in the media centre on 22 October at 5pm. Reach out for info. ** This is the world’s first harmonised resource for mapping and monitoring ecosystems. The launch is really one of those "they said it could never be done" moments. It's not so much due to tech gaps, but more because of the incredibly complex nature of the network of people who need to be involved in something like this at this scale. That's essentially why GEO exists, to bring those people together, to build these things. So when it happens, the result is a tool that can protect ecosystems that are crucial for mitigating the effects of climate change and biodiversity loss, which is pretty cool imho. More info below. Feel free to reach out, especially if you'll also be at COP16. ℹ https://lnkd.in/eHUpSC_a

🌎🗺️ 🌱NEW on Forbes. Starting a few COP16 Colombia reflections with a solution-led story... From both inside and outside of the negotiating hall in Cali, mapping, monitoring, and reporting on ecosystems have been a focal point for governments, businesses, and other stakeholder groups to make progress in implementing the Global Biodiversity Framework and NBSAPs. The Group on Earth Observations (GEO), a partnership of more than 100 national governments and over 150 participating organizations, launched the official proof of concept for the Global Ecosystems Atlas, an open-access resource for mapping and monitoring ecosystems. With high-profile endorsers and partners, including the UN Environment Programme, the CBD, Esri and the Nature Positive Initiative, the Atlas combines existing and new maps with AI, earth observation technology and field data to plug current knowledge gaps. During the launch event on the 30th of October, Ministers from the Maldives, South Africa, Norway and Mozambique endorsed the value of the Atlas. The Maldives has already participated in an accelerator for the Atlas and Norway pledged $2.5 million to support its development. The article explores:  🗺️ How countries most vulnerable to climate change & nature loss can use the Atlas  🗺️ The opportunity to serve as a tool for businesses who have set Science Based Targets for Nature 🗺️ The need to scale funding  🗺️ How the Atlas represents a story of cross-sector collaboration  🗺️ The role of AI & open data to ensure its use is democratic to all, especially countries in the Global South Featuring comments from the brilliant Yana Gevorgyan, Secretariat Director of the Group on Earth Observations (GEO) and Ted Schmitt, Senior Director of Conservation for Ai2. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eJDpfFuT #COP16 #Ecosystems #MapEcosystems #Nature #Biodiversity #Sustainability #Policy #Technology #AI #OpenData

Global Ecosystems Atlas launched by GEO and its partners featured in Forbes! Leveraging open data and AI, this global resource helps countries, communities and businesses work out how to address our key biodiversity challenges

Lemu lands at COP16! 🦎🌳 🍄 🌎 #COP16 brings together governments, scientists, activists, and organizations working to protect our planet's #biodiversity and tackle the biodiversity loss crisis, following the roadmap set out in the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. Our founder and CEO, Leo Prieto, joins the conversation today, October 28, through two events highlighting collaboration as an essential factor in halting and reversing biodiversity loss. 1️⃣ Advancing Chile's 30x30 Goal through Collaboration between Tech Startups, Academia, and the Forestry Sector 🗓️ October 28 🕒 16:30 (COT) The 30×30 target aims to conserve 30% of terrestrial, inland water, coastal, and marine areas by 2030. This talk will explore how to prioritize areas for #restoration and #conservation with the support of advanced technologies, from eDNA to hyperspectral satellite imagery (the type of images our satellite #LemuNge will capture). 2️⃣ Reimagining nature with #NatureTech Collective 🗓️ October 30 🕒 9:00 (COT) This space, organized into multiple roundtables, brings together several of the 100+ members of the collective who use technology to drive nature-based solutions. The conversation will focus on the intersection between finance, technological innovation, and nature positive strategies. 🤓 Follow us to learn more about our technology to help companies measure nature, understand ecosystems in-depth, and protect the Earth's biodiversity. 🌎 #Lemu #NatureTech #NaturePositive

#EarthDay International Earth Day Senator Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin, after witnessing the devastation caused by a massive oil spill off the coast of California, in 1970 created a day dedicated to environmental awareness. Ever since, on April 22, we celebrate the Earth Day. The world’s largest initiative dedicated to the environment and the safeguarding of the planet we all live on. Sustainability and biodiversity take center stage: from the depths of the oceans to the heights of the mountains, every creature and ecosystem plays a vital role. Source & Credits European Space Agency - ESA National Geographic WWF NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration - NOAA National Ocean Service UNEP-WCMC 💡 We support the transition to a sustainable world, discovering and promoting innovation, startups and best practices. 📌 If You Know Innovative Ideas, Plant Your Seeds & Share Your Suggestions. #SDGs #InternationalEarthDay #GlobalGoals #SaC24 #Ecosystem #Sahara #AmazonForest #Rainforest #Desert #ESA #WWF

At #COP16, the ‘implementation COP’ for nature, leaders from all sectors joined forces to advance the Global Biodiversity Framework. But real success is measured by the action that follows. ICMM members committed to driving a nature positive future earlier this year, setting a new standard for biodiversity and ecosystem resilience in our industry. Guided by the Framework, we’re focused on: 1️⃣ Advancing biodiversity commitments across operations and landscapes. 2️⃣ Raising the bar on biodiversity through our Consolidated Mining Standard Initiative, shaped by stakeholder insights. 3️⃣ Advocating for stronger protections for World Heritage Sites and high environmental standards in mining. With collaboration, we can accelerate nature-positive progress across the sector. Learn more at Nature.ICMM.com.

We are excited to share that our Capgemini 2023 Environmental Report is now live. This report presents all of our environmental data from 2023 in one place. The report covers progress across our programme from energy and travel to training and waste. As we recently celebrated World Nature Conservation Day, I wanted to cover the Biodiversity highlights from the report, as 2023 showed significant strides for Capgemini in terms of biodiversity progress. 👩💻Through our Tech4Positive Futures Challenge, we are focusing on climate adaptation, biodiversity, and circular economy. 📊 In the UK, we developed a data-driven rewilding tool with Pollenize. In Sweden, we used the Miyawaki Forests method to enhance urban biodiversity. In North America, our Solar Powered Smart Nets project helps protect sea turtles. 📈 Our 2023, biodiversity assessment by UTOPIES identified key pressures and highlighted our proactive measures using tools like the WWF Biodiversity Risk Filter. 🏡 At our Serge Kampf Campus in France, we’re preserving and enhancing the environment with initiatives such as planting fruit trees, installing beehives, and creating wildlife habitats. Capgemini is committed to managing our impacts, investing in nature solutions, applying technology to address biodiversity challenges, working with clients on sustainability, and using our influence to foster collective action. Learn more about our initiatives and impact here: https://bit.ly/3Wyjv4X #Biodiversity #Sustainability #EnvironmentalImpact #Tech4PositiveFutures #Capgemini