At Finance & Nature, our central focus has always been identifying ways to secure funding for the conservation and restoration of nature. This topic took center stage once again at the second part of the 16th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP-16), which resumed last week in Rome, building upon […]
The Growth of Sustainable Bond Issuances in Spain: A Beacon of ESG Resilience
Sustainable finance has emerged as a cornerstone in the global shift towards environmentally and socially responsible economic models. Within this dynamic sector, Spain demonstrated significant progress in 2024, showcasing substantial advances in the issuance of sustainable bonds. Findings from the annual report by the Observatorio Español de la Financiación Sostenible[1] (Ofiso), published on February 14, […]
Sustainable Investing and ESG in a Polarized World
The broader global economic and political realignments result in the polarization of sustainable investing across regions. The U.S. is retreating from environment, social and governance (ESG) commitments, Europe faces increasing regulatory and political ambiguity, and China is capitalizing on this uncertainty to establish itself as the global leader in a green economy. This geopolitical fragmentation […]
Sustainability and Innovation in the 11 Real Estate Meeting at IESE Business School
The XI Real Estate Meeting at IESE Madrid provided a comprehensive analysis of the entire real estate process, addressing the challenges and opportunities within a rapidly evolving economic and technological landscape. This year’s discussions emphasized resilience and innovation as essential pillars for the future of the sector, integrating sustainability, technological advancement, and investment strategies to […]
Protecting Nature and Biodiversity beyond CO2
As the global environmental crisis intensifies, discussions around climate change have largely been dominated by carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and their mitigation. While essential, this narrow focus risks overshadowing the equally urgent and multifaceted challenge of biodiversity loss. Addressing biodiversity loss requires a paradigm shift—one that emphasizes nature’s intrinsic value and recognizes the limitations of […]
Global Warming in 2024
The year 2024 has conclusively underscored the accelerating pace of global warming, with unprecedented climatic events and disturbing data emphasizing the urgent need to reassess global strategies and commitments. While reducing global temperatures is a long-term process that will take decades or even centuries, immediate efforts must focus on decarbonization and emissions reduction to create […]
Urban Forests: A Blueprint for Sustainable Green Infrastructure and Financial Innovation
Urban forests, often viewed historically as ornamental or recreational spaces, are increasingly recognized as critical green infrastructure. Beyond their aesthetic and leisure benefits, these spaces have emerged as multifaceted assets addressing pressing environmental, social, and economic challenges. This post explores the evolving role of urban forests, their ecosystem services, and the innovative financial models that […]
