This paper articulates the key arguments for action by financial institutions, showcase the current landscape of actors and initiatives and outline priorities for the work going forward.

Jun, 2024  | World Economic Forum

With effective progress on governance, global demand for voluntary biodiversity credits could reach $2 billion in 2030 and $69 billion by 2050. While estimates might vary depending on different scenarios, this report identifies the internal and external drivers of demand, including the enabling conditions needed to build trust in these innovative mechanisms.

Dec 1, 2023 | World Economic Forum

Improper use of biodiversity credits may harm nature and local communities, as well as exposing buyers to strategic, operational and reputational risks. This report offers initial guidance for companies to take early action with high integrity on biodiversity credits while standards and advice are evolving.

Dec 1, 2023 | World Economic Forum

This consultation paper sets the key guardrails to ensure both social inclusion and environmental benefits for the emerging voluntary biodiversity credit markets.

Dec, 2022 | World Economic Forum

Investing in nature allows to not only mitigate future environmental catastrophes, it can generate over US$10 trillion in additional annual business opportunities and 395 million jobs by 2030. This White Paper takes a practical look at the investment landscape for nature and Nature-based Solutions. 

Feb, 2022 | World Economic Forum

This briefing paper encapsulates the core thinking, issues and questions surrounding the credible and inclusive launch of biodiversity credits markets. It presents four case studies on new biodiversity credits products, from New Zealand, Colombia and Australia, plus one with global reach.

Sep, 2022 | World Economic Forum