SULi - IUCN Sustainable Use and Livelihoods Specialist Group’s Post

This week, Blue Alliance’s Executive Director, Nicolas Pascal, took the stage at the Natural Capital Conference, joining a dynamic panel to tackle one of the most pressing challenges of our time: financing the future of biodiversity. As global attention turns to innovative solutions for protecting our planet's natural capital, Nicolas brings valuable insights to the conversation, presenting our impact loan facility for marine protected areas and blue economy. 🌊 The Blue Finance impact loan facility, launched with initial commitments from BNP Paribas provides impact financing to reef-positive businesses that support coral reef conservation and the Blue Economy. Sectors include community-based aquaculture, ecotourism, sustainable fisheries, and blue carbon projects. The facility offers patient capital and performance-linked returns based on environmental and social outcomes, making it an attractive option for investors seeking impactful, long-term returns in marine biodiversity and livelihoods. The facility is de-risked with catalytic grant capital for technical assistance and marine conservation . Conferences like this are key opportunities to highlight the importance of financing in biodiversity preservation. Together, we can reshape the narrative around biodiversity and investment. Read more about the launch of the first impact loan facility for coral reef conservation: https://bit.ly/3Ngxc4s #ImpactLoanFacility #BlendedFinance #BlueAlliance #BlueFinance #ImpactInvesting #MarineConservation #MPA #SocialEnterprise #BlueEconomy

"Indigenous peoples have long been the best managers of their own lands, many of which have significant benefits for the climate and biodiversity. Yet this skillful management can be invisible labor to those outside these communities, who often view a “pristine” ecosystem as one untouched by human hands — when, in fact, human hands are actively protecting and maintaining that ecosystem." New in our "Who Will Speak for the Trees?" series from Caroline Stillman, Capacity Development Coordinator at Plan Vivo Foundation. Read now: https://lnkd.in/ew98mzuU

Have you read Caroline Stillman's recent blog in Terraformation's "Who will speak for the trees?" series? We love the simple experiment Caroline encourages you to do in the piece. Have a read and tell us in the comments below what you see when you close your eyes. 😑 read the full blog below 👇 #indigenouspeople #nature #conservation #people

🌊 A Vision for 2030: Mainstreaming Biodiversity through #MaritimeSpatialPlanning   🌿What if #biodiversity was fully #integrated into #MaritimeSpatialPlanning (#MSP) across the EU? Imagine a future where marine conservation and sustainable economic development coexist harmoniously.   👉🏻In our latest blog post, Kemal Pınarbaşı, Ph.D.şı (HELCOM - Baltic Marine Environment Protection Commission) shares insights from the #MSP4BIO project on overcoming barriers to biodiversity mainstreaming in MSP.    👉🏻Through #workshops, #StakeholderEngagement, and #innovativepolicy solutions, #MSP4BIO has mapped a clear path to align #MSP with the #EUBiodiversityStrategy, setting the stage for transformative change by 2030.   💡 Learn how coordinated frameworks, #measurable #MPA #objectives, and inclusive policymaking can reshape the future of marine conservation.   👉🏻 Read the full blog post: https://lnkd.in/dZFxv9ZB   #MSP4BIO #MaritimeSpatialPlanning #Biodiversity #BlueEconomy #Sustainability

Small-scale Ecosystem Grants Program in Canada – fundsforNGOs - https://lnkd.in/gUfSrbZN and Resources for SustainabilityDeadline: 28-Nov-2024Do you have a small-scale project, that can be completed in two years or less, that helps improve ecological health and native biodiversity in the Basin? If yes, then Small-scale Ecosystem grants are available to enhance a terrestrial and/or aquatic ecosystem, such as wetlands, fish habitat, forests or grasslands.For more […]Funds Digest

Small-scale Ecosystem Grants Program in Canada – fundsforNGOs - https://lnkd.in/gg_Nu9jz and Resources for SustainabilityDeadline: 28-Nov-2024Do you have a small-scale project, that can be completed in two years or less, that helps improve ecological health and native biodiversity in the Basin? If yes, then Small-scale Ecosystem grants are available to enhance a terrestrial and/or aquatic ecosystem, such as wetlands, fish habitat, forests or grasslands.For more […]Funds Digest

What is IPBES and why does it matter?🌿 The Intergovernmental Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) is like a global wake-up call for nature. It is an independent, UN-linked platform established in 2012 to bridge the gap between science, policy, and people for biodiversity and ecosystem health. 🔍 What Does IPBES Do? - Gathers the latest science on ecosystems and wildlife. - Advises governments on how to protect nature while ensuring food, water, and health for all. - Connects global experts to find real solutions for environmental challenges. 🚨 Why is IPBES Crucial? - If we continue on our current path, nearly one million species of plants and animals, or one-eighth of all plant and animal species on Earth, will face extinction, many within decades. - Healthy ecosystems are the foundation of life—providing clean air, water, and food. - Their work empowers countries to make informed, impactful decisions to protect biodiversity, and their Global Assessment Report is an essential resource for understanding the urgent need for action. Read further here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gGJTjamY #Biodiversity #IPBES11 #Sustainability #ClimateAction #NatureMatters

The final post of 2024 for the PRO-Coast initiative is remarkably uplifting, as it encapsulates the consortium's forward-looking vision in light of recent developments from the Research and Innovation Agency (REA). Last week, the REA launched an integrated campaign focusing on the upcoming 11th meeting of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES), which prominently features PRO-Coast in a dedicated chapter. Titled "EU-funded projects leading the way to transformative change for biodiversity," this chapter underscores the pivotal roles that policymakers, businesses, and local communities play in driving meaningful transformation. Highlighting PRO-Coast alongside fellow projects BIONEXT, PLANET4B , and SUSTAIN , the document showcases PRO-Coast’s vision to inspire and empower local communities and civil society, emphasizing the importance of their active participation in the restoration and maintenance of European coastal ecosystems. By fostering a collaborative approach to environmental governance, the initiative seeks to mobilize local stakeholders in achieving lasting biodiversity benefits, thus reinforcing a sense of shared responsibility and collective action for a more sustainable future. https://lnkd.in/dZAumWsW PRO-Coast #societalchange #transformationalchange #biodiversity ECOSYSTEM #Sustainabledevelopment

PRO-Coast is experiencing an inspiring momentum, thanks to the exceptional efforts of its 20 consortium members (coming from 14 different countries), who have collectively made significant strides since the project's official launch 14 months ago. The initiative has already started to lay the groundwork for a lasting legacy, demonstrating its potential to drive positive change in coastal ecosystem management. As we look ahead to the next two years, anticipation builds for even more crucial developments, particularly with the implementation of ten Pan-European case studies that span diverse coastal ecosystems across Europe. 👍 These case studies are set to amplify PRO-Coast’s impact, enabling the consortium to share valuable insights and best practices that will benefit not just local communities but also policy frameworks and conservation strategies on a broader scale. With this collaborative spirit and commitment to transformative progress, the future of PRO-Coast promises to be truly remarkable! PR & More #Ecosystem #Transformationalchange PRO-Coast Horizon

Call for Applications: Science for Nature and People Partnership 2024 Deadline: November 1, 2024 The Science for Nature and People Partnership (SNAPP) is now accepting applications to fund expert teams dedicated to delivering rapid solutions to the most critical challenges facing humanity and our planet. SNAPP, a first-of-its-kind scientific joint venture between The Nature Conservancy (TNC) and Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), is a tool for developing sustainable solutions to global conservation challenges. Since inception, SNAPP, through its working groups, has provided science and user-friendly tools backed by hard data to identify and quantify nature's role and value in preventing and solving some of the most complex challenges the world faces around food and water security, climate change, and energy. For more details and to apply, visit https://lnkd.in/dK7Yc2Gn #ClimateAction #SustainableDevelopment #EnvironmentalScience #WaterManagement