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Credit to Green Climate Fund and the Governments of Tanzania, Rwanda, Ghana, Cote D'Ivoire, Nigeria and Zambia for their ambition to scale regenerative agricultural landscapes across Sub-Saharan Africa. Pollination is proud to be Strategic Delivery Partner to the initiative, working alongside Climate Asset Management, and a broad network of stakeholders across the 6 participating countries. Credit also to Laudes Foundation for seeing the potential in this initiative, building on their pathfinding work on Regenerative Production Landscapes in Tanzania. Regenerative Landscapes represent a new investment frontier that can drive transformative benefits for people, nature and climate, whilst delivering stable returns for investors. With this initiative, and the support of GCF, we aim to unlock significant capital to drive the transition to regenerative food and fibre systems. Green Climate Fund, Gabriel Boc, Nestan Devidze, Daniel Farchy, anita chester, Litul Baruah, Don Brenninkmeijer, Leslie Johnston, M.Sc., Laudes Foundation, Sara Farley, Barry Parkin, Rob Cameron, Roy Steiner, Nico Janssen, Michael Kwame Nkonu, Annelies Withofs, Yasmin Abdulwassie, Shishusri Pradhan, Lauren Baker, Patty Fong, Andrew Steer, Soojin Kim, Michael Tsan, Fabiola Salman, Alexandre Cheval, Arth Mishra, Jasper Dix, Isobel Whitehouse, Anna Draganova, Charlie Parer, Patrick Suckling, Jane "Carter" Ingram, James McKinney, CFA, Rohit Das, Simon Winter, John Heller, Pierre du Preez, Ali Merifield, Abraham Baffoe, Daleba Kpenahi

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When land is seen as a mere commodity, owned and exploited for personal gain, it leads to its abuse and degradation; its value is often reduced to its economic potential; and little consideration is given to its intrinsic worth or the well-being of the ecosystems it supports. By recognising our interconnectedness with the land and acknowledging our responsibility as stewards rather than owners, we are compelled to treat it with love, respect, and reverence. Rather than viewing land as a commodity to be extracted from and exploited, let us begin to appreciate its intrinsic value and the intricate relationships that sustain life. Let us become more mindful of our impact on the land and more attuned to the needs of the communities, both human and non-human, that depend on it for their survival. Looking to integrate ESG into your organisation’s operations? Send us an email at [email protected] #TuesdayInspiration #ESG #Environmental #Governance #ESGSustainability #ESGStrategy #BrandStrategy #ESGIntegration #ESGinActionAfrica

As COP29 convenes in Baku an urgent question to address is how to unlock the trillions held by private institutions to keep within 1.5°C and protect #biodiversity. Daniel Nowack of Schwab Foundation for Social Entrepreneurship says the answer lies in social enterprises and pioneering funds, such as those established by British International Investment, FMO - Dutch entrepreneurial development bank and Norfund. World Economic Forum #COP29 #FinanceCOP #ClimateFinance #SustainableInvestment #DFIs Terry Slavin Liam Dowd https://lnkd.in/eJB2WqVR

Veolia and Norfund are set to invest up to $54 million in climate change startups focused on improving access to energy and water while managing environmental impacts. This initiative targets firms aiming to reduce utility consumption and secure local energy sources, addressing the funding barriers that hinder industrial development. Philippe BOURDEAUX from Veolia highlighted the partnership's goal to implement decarbonized solutions, particularly in water reuse and energy-saving projects, to combat water scarcity and unreliable energy in Africa. Norfund's Executive VP, Ellen Cathrine Rasmussen, emphasized the importance of sustainable industrial development in diversifying African economies without harming the environment. With a combined expertise in waste, water, and energy services, the two organizations are well-positioned to finance and operate projects that promote low carbon footprints and sustainable practices across resource-intensive sectors. #Africa #Sustainability #Investment #Climatechange #Funding #Greenfinancing

Investing in sustainable initiatives in Africa can have a significant positive impact on both the environment and local communities. It encompasses various sectors like renewable energy, agriculture, healthcare, and infrastructure, aiming for long-term economic, social, and environmental benefits.

The Congo Basin spans across six countries, but 60% of it is located in the Democratic Republic of Congo. While we certainly have needs for employment and food, in my view, allocating resources for solar energy is not a necessity. We already have sufficient hydroelectric power, which is clean energy. Instead, resources could be allocated to improving power transmission infrastructure and creating jobs.

🌍 Mobilising finance for biodiversity and climate requires bold, innovative solutions that bridge public, private, and philanthropic funding. Join us at #COP16Colombia for a session on advancing blended finance for nature-based solutions and regenerative agriculture.   🌱 The increasing support from leading financial institutions and philanthropic organisations marks an important first step. However, we need greater private sector involvement to accelerate financing for biodiversity, especially in countries where domestic resources are limited.   This session will explore practical solutions that build on existing finance mechanisms to: ➡ Reduce duplication across development, climate, and biodiversity efforts ➡ Lower transaction costs ➡ Foster impactful partnerships with development banks, impact investors, and other actors who may lack the specialised capacity to structure blended finance deals 🔍Featuring insights from the Dutch Fund for Climate and Development (DFCD), Global EverGreening Alliance, Regen10, FMO - Dutch entrepreneurial development bank and 1000 Landscapes For 1 Billion People, this session will showcase best practices and shared knowledge from vulnerable regions on financing climate, nature, and sustainable livelihoods.   📆Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how we can catalyse greater private investment and make nature-positive change a reality!🤝 Harko Koster Fridah Gacheri Daniel Zimmer Aart Mulder Maggie Charnley Juan C. Ramos Chris Armitage Tara Shyam Ivo Walsmit Caroline Van Leenders Thierry Dudermel #Biodiversity #ClimateAction #Nature #RegenerativeAgriculture #BlendedFinance

As a sustainable development strategist, I envision Africa's sustainability revolution as a comprehensive strategy to harness the continent's abundant resources and innovation for a resilient and prosperous future. This involves: • Investing in solar and wind power to provide clean, reliable electricity, reduce emissions, and create jobs. • Adopting eco-friendly farming practices to boost food production, preserve resources, and enhance soil health. • Minimizing waste through recycling and repurposing materials, creating business opportunities and reducing environmental impact. To achieve this vision, we need coordinated efforts in policy support, education and training, innovative financing, and community engagement. This approach will drive economic growth, protect the environment, and promote social equity across Africa.

The Congo Basin is recognised as one of the most critical carbon sinks in the world. However the rural communities in the Basin face significant challenges such as food insecurity, youth unemployment, lack of basic services, and gender disparities. To address these issues, the World Food Programme (WFP) is collaborating with national governments, the private sector, and development partners to implement solar-powered hubs for community electrification. However, to expand this initiative to cover more communities, there is a need for financing. Carbon financing presents a promising solution to fund the scaling up the provision of green energy. By leveraging carbon financing, these initiatives can not only provide green energy and electricity but also drive community transformation by improving livelihoods, preserving the environment, creating jobs, promoting digitalization, advancing sustainable agriculture, empowering women, and facilitating access to clean water for drinking and agriculture. By securing carbon financing, these efforts can have a transformative impact on rural communities in the Congo Basin, addressing multiple challenges simultaneously and fostering sustainable development in the region. We are calling for partnerships as we support the communities to safe guard the forests and biodiversity for the benefit of all humanity.