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Worthy interview by Gary Taylor with Hon. Simon Watts who replete with corporate sound bites would benefit from a far more comprehensive and globally aligned scientific understanding of what #NaturebasedSolutions are and how they can apply in the NZ context i.e NbS are far more than '...leveraging the biodiversity opportunities in NZ's conservation estate..(21.19) ' and thinking that 'river banks in place [need to be] reasonable...by creating the right degree of tension...(20.54)'. Oy vey.

With global attention on climate-related issues remaining center-stage, proactive climate mitigation and adaptation efforts are a key focus for driving real value. Our recently released Responsible Investment Report highlights how we integrate material climate considerations into our corporate operations and investment processes including active participation in climate initiatives and thought leadership. Read more about our climate considerations and approach here: https://bit.ly/3Uzvsrm #ClimateChange #ESGIntegration #ResponsibleAtStepStone

👉🏼🌎The New Collective Quantified Goal on Climate Finance (#NCQG) must be fair, inclusive, and effective. There is a unique opportunity to secure the necessary financing and catalyze action to address the climate crisis, with an emphasis on the needs of the most vulnerable countries. A new goal that addresses these inherent needs can build robust and effective environmental agendas, leading to concrete and sustainable climate action in developing countries.

Businesses are urging the Coalition to stay committed to climate policies. This article emphasizes the importance of stable climate action for economic certainty. For C-suite executives, maintaining consistent climate strategies is vital to mitigating risks and capitalizing on sustainable growth opportunities.

🌍🌱 Why Climate Finance Matters: A Personal Perspective on Combating Climate Change 🌱🌍 I recently explored the 13th Sustainable Development Goal (SDG), focusing on climate action, and discovered some surprising and crucial insights about climate finance. 🌿 In my latest Medium article, I delve into: ✅The urgent need for increased climate finance flows ✅Eye-opening statistics from the Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) 2023 report ✅The importance of Target 13.A and its role in supporting vulnerable regions Understanding the financial challenges and mobilizing resources for climate action is essential for sustainable development and global climate stability. 🌎💡 🔗 Read my full article on Medium: https://lnkd.in/eeYHt9vh Let's work together to promote sustainability and support the regions that need it most. Your thoughts and feedback are welcome! #ClimateAction #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateFinance #SDG13 #Sustainability #GlobalGoals

As the world economy transitions from high carbon to low carbon, the largest global investment in history is underway. In this episode of The Sustainability Story, host Deborah Kidd, CFA, talks climate bonds, transition, and policy with Sean Kidney, CEO of Climate Bonds Initiative, an international NGO working to mobilize global capital for climate action. Listen here: https://ow.ly/qrKt50RsmjA

The climate policy paradigm has moved from a doom-and-gloom view, where economic growth isn't possible, to a more constructive model in which growth and a sustainable environment can coexist. The focus of climate policy has expanded to include not only the costs of the energy transition but also opportunities for innovation and growth: https://ow.ly/BC7k30sBbiH

The climate policy paradigm has moved from a doom-and-gloom view, where economic growth isn't possible, to a more constructive model in which growth and a sustainable environment can coexist. The focus of climate policy has expanded to include not only the costs of the energy transition but also opportunities for innovation and growth: https://ow.ly/Zxmz50R1rRI

Investors are getting more knowledgeable about opportunities linked to the climate transition, a survey shows. Those behind this report also caution there are regional differences in attitudes about climate investing, with some countries lagging behind. https://ow.ly/mV0M30sCG5S

The fight against climate change is more urgent than ever and the financial commitments being made to tackle the issue are falling drastically short of what is needed. Check out our comprehensive report to find out more about the current landscape of international climate finance. #climatechange