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Biodiversity Monitoring for a Nature Positive Future 🌿 As we reach the latter half of Climate Group's Climate Week NYC and as we approach significant global events like the CBD COP16 and COP29, it’s crucial to reflect on the role of biodiversity monitoring in shaping our environmental policies and actions. 🌍 Why Biodiversity Monitoring Matters: 📊 Informed Decision-Making: Reliable data on biodiversity helps policymakers and local councils make informed decisions that protect and enhance our natural habitats. 📈 Tracking Progress: Consistent monitoring allows us to track the effectiveness of conservation efforts and adjust strategies as needed to meet our biodiversity targets. ⚠️ Early Warning Systems: Accurate data can serve as an early warning system for emerging environmental threats, enabling timely interventions. 👥 Public Engagement: Transparent and accessible biodiversity data fosters public awareness and engagement, driving community support for conservation initiatives. In order to create a Nature Positive future, we must work together to: 💡 Invest in Technology: Leverage advanced technologies like remote sensing and AI to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of biodiversity monitoring. 🤝 Collaborate with Communities and Experts: Partner with academic institutions, NGOs, and local communities to ensure comprehensive and inclusive monitoring efforts. 📋 Standardize Data Collection: Implement standardized protocols for data collection and reporting to ensure consistency and comparability across regions. How are you and your organisation using biodiversity monitoring to ensure a Nature Positive future? Let us know! #Biodiversity #COP16 #COP29 #Sustainability #Conservation #NaturePositive #ClimateWeekNYC #NatureTech #SustainableFinance

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

Shaping the Future of Biodiversity Conservation: Highlights from #COP16 The 16th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP16) marked a pivotal step forward in global biodiversity efforts. From operationalizing the precedent-setting Cali Fund to bolstering the role of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (IPLCs), COP16 delivered key milestones. Progress was made on synthetic biology, invasive species, and biodiversity-climate interlinkages, offering opportunities for Indian industries to align with global goals. These outcomes pave the way for sustainable innovation, partnerships, and climate resilience. Swipe below to know about the Key outcomes #COP16 #BiodiversityConservation #Sustainability #CaliFund #GBF #ClimateAction #CIICESD Confederation of Indian Industry CII-ITC Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Development Seema Arora Shikhar Jain Pallavi S. Kashish Madan Pravir Deshmukh Saurabh Kumar  

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

196 countries are debating the future of the planet’s biodiversity right now in Cali, Colombia. At #COP16, nations are continuing the crucial work of the #KunmingMontrealAgreement - A key milestone in global biodiversity protection. The mission is clear: turn promises into tangible actions. Countries must now present concrete plans that align with the 23 ambitious targets of the Global Biodiversity Framework. The key priorities? - Ensuring transparency and tracking progress on all commitments. - Fulfilling financial pledges, with a focus on supporting developing countries. - Redefining the development model by embracing “peace with nature”, balancing economic growth with ecosystem conservation. Want deeper insights? Visit our Exploring section, where our experts break down the most important takeaways from COP16 and the challenges ahead. https://lnkd.in/dRx-_jvu #COP16 #Biodiversity #ClimateAction #KunmingMontreal #SustainableDevelopment #PeaceWithNature #Conservation

All main media channels should be talking about COP16, if you ask me. But are they .. ? Yes, I'm talking about the COP for Biodiversity, that kicked off in Cali, Colombia this Monday. Why is the media not talking about it every day, as I believe they should? Why is Biodiversity so important? Why is global action on biodiversity so relevant? The simplest way I can put it : The best and only smart way to counter Climate crises, is nature-based. The most healthy and smart way to counter Health crises, is nature-based. The best that production companies can do to ensure a viable future, is nature-based. Nature is what can keep much needed equilibrium in our ecosystems and counter climate deregulation Nature can keep us healthy It is Nature that offers the ressources, raw materials and energy for our food and products If we make peace with Nature, see that we ARE Nature, and we take care of her as we take care of ourselves.. then Nature's diversity will so its work. You may ask yourself ... what can I do ? The hardest is sometimes not knowing what to do.. This is a healthy and valid response. My answer is : Stay curious ! Learn, question, challenge and keep learning. And among the various options, I particularly value the Fresque de la Biodiversité (in English, French or Spanish). A simple and engaging workshop accessible for all, young and old, expert and novice. Lets learn about what is happening this week and next in Colombia, at the COP16. You may have related topics and information to share here in the comments, please do so. #OFB #IPBES Instituto de Investigación de Recursos Biológicos Alexander von Humboldt Mural de la Biodiversidad Fresque de la Biodiversité https://lnkd.in/giVKyy3E https://lnkd.in/ggErG9qD #cop16

Already, 54 organizations co-signed our COP16 Call to Action to prioritize the just transition for nature and climate. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/eW4sQeJa While 30x30 is crucial, it'll take much more to halt and reverse biodiversity loss—we need to reshape key sectors and economic plans. The CBD review of countries’ new National Biodiversity Strategies shows that the Global Biodiversity Framework's “mainstreaming” targets are receiving less attention than more traditional “conservation” targets. No surprise, they’re harder to address! All the more reason for COP16 to strengthen resolve to mainstream biodiversity across sectors.

[#INSIGHT] 🌍 What to expect from COP16? A new era of biodiversity action 🌍 This year’s conference promises to be a decisive moment in our fight against biodivesity erosion: 🔎  Enhanced Biodiversity Commitments: Nations are expected to present ambitious strategies and actions plans to reach Kunming-Montreal targets. 📊 Biodiversity Finance: Discussions will focus on mobilizing public and private financial resources to bring the nature-positive vision to life 💡 Businesses are expected to engage and support governments' ambition. 🤝 Global Cooperation: Strengthening international collaboration and accountability will be crucial to ensure that biodiversity actions are effective and inclusive. 🐝What about Agriculture ? Learn more about the link between this sector and COP16!   Read the insight written by Clément Surun, Constance Gires and Guillaume Neveux 👉 https://lnkd.in/eaN8VQCN #Biodiversity #COP16 #Sustainability

Taking a step back from what's happening at #COP29, the CORE Markets team has just published a summary of what happened at #COP16 - the UN Biodiversity Conference: https://lnkd.in/gmwKvcXi In short, we made an inch of a progress in closing the $700 billion nature finance gap. This inch is equal to $0.163 billion... On the bright side, #biodiversitymarket frameworks have been on fire🔥 Much progress is seen from the IAPB and their network. Verra also launched a new Nature Credit standard under their SD VISta program. So there is a lot more positive impact that is sitting on our horizon! Below is an infographic that shows how biodiversity credits can help to deliver the global biodiversity goals:

🐝 Biodiversity represents a crucial factor in mitigation (thanks to the absorption of CO2) and adaptation to climate change.    🦋 Forum per la Finanza Sostenibile - ItaSIF has just released the paper “Sustainable finance and biodiversity”, aiming at enhancing the understanding of the topic and increasing awareness of the economic and financial value of biodiversity.    🐛 Biodiversity and climate change are profoundly interconnected. Indeed, climate affects ecosystem balances: under a scenario aligned with the 1.5°C target increase in global average temperatures, the negative consequences on biodiversity are less severe than under a scenario of a 2°C target increase. Biodiversity, in turn, determines significant climate effects and is a crucial factor in mitigation (through CO2 absorption) and adaptation (Finance for Biodiversity Foundation 2023).     🍃For example, coastal, riverine, and mangrove forests are crucial in protecting against extreme climate events. Tree roots provide defence against waves and act as natural reservoirs during heavy rainfall; conversely, in areas where forest cover has been reduced or even eliminated, there is an increase in landslides and property damage (Dunn Rutherford and Liske 2021).     🔎 Read the full paper here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dmZHr5wj