## Publications [View More](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/biodiversity/) ## Reports Recent reports on nature finance. [View More](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/biodiversity/) ### Finance Solutions for Nature: Pathways to Returns and Outcomes This report provides a practical framework to help institutional investors, banks, asset managers and development actors identify the right finance solutions to unlock investment in nature. Sep, 2025 | World Economic Forum [Read](https://www.weforum.org/publications/finance-solutions-for-nature-pathways-to-returns-and-outcomes/) ### Mainstreaming Natural Capital: Advancing the Global Agenda to Mainstream Nature in Decision-Making This Community Paper covers key concepts in natural capital, outlines the landscape of initiatives, and sets out five action areas to advance the global agenda. Sep, 2025 | World Economic Forum [Read](https://reports.weforum.org/docs/WEF_Mainstreaming_Natural_Capital_2025.pdf) ### High-Level Principles to Guide the Biodiversity Credit Market This joint WEF-BCA-IAPB report offers guidelines to biodiversity credit schemes to set high integrity standards, to project developers to generate high-quality biodiversity credits and to enable buyers to make informed choices.Oct, 2024 | World Economic Forum [Read](https://www.weforum.org/publications/high-level-principles-to-guide-the-biodiversity-credit-market/) ### Nature Finance and Biodiversity Credits: A Private Sector Roadmap to Finance and Act on Nature This report offers guidance on how to develop and implement nature finance strategies and plans, using as a practical example one of the emerging instruments: biodiversity credits.Oct, 2024 | World Economic Forum [Read](https://www.weforum.org/publications/nature-finance-and-biodiversity-credits-a-private-sector-roadmap-to-finance-and-act-on-nature/) ### Investing in Natural Capital: Innovations Supporting Much-Needed Financing for Nature This insight report aims to provide a framework for evaluating how innovation can mobilize more investment for natural capital.Sep, 2024 | World Economic Forum [Read](https://www.weforum.org/publications/investing-in-natural-capital-innovations-supporting-much-needed-financing-for-nature/) ### Biodiversity Credits: Demystifying Metrics for Nature Markets This paper aims to establish a foundation for developing comparable models for measuring nature outcomes.Sep, 2024 | World Economic Forum [Read](https://www3.weforum.org/docs/WEF_Biodiversity_Credits_2024.pdf) ### Biodiversity Credits: A Guide to Identify High-Integrity Projects This paper presents a practical guide for biodiversity credit buyers, offering a structured overview of ten key integrity guardrails.Sep, 2024 | World Economic Forum [Read](https://www3.weforum.org/docs/WEF_Biodiversity_Credits_A_Guide_to_Identify_High-Integrity_Projects_2024.pdf) ### CEO Briefing: Financing the Nature-Positive Transition 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 [Read](https://www3.weforum.org/docs/WEF_Financing_Nature-Positive_CEO_Briefing_2024.pdf) ### Biodiversity Credits: Demand Analysis and Market Outlook 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 [Read](https://www3.weforum.org/docs/WEF_2023_Biodiversity_Credits_Demand_Analysis_and_Market_Outlook.pdf) ### Biodiversity Credits: A Guide to Support Early Use with High Integrity 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 [Read](https://www3.weforum.org/docs/WEF_Biodiversity_Credits_A_Guide_to_Support_Early_Use_with_High_Integrity_2023.pdf) ### High-Level Governance and Integrity Principles for Emerging Voluntary Biodiversity Credit Markets 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 [Read](https://www3.weforum.org/docs/WEF_Biodiversity_Credits_Markets_Integrity_and_Governance_Principles_Consultation.pdf) ### Scaling Investments in Nature: The Next Critical Frontier for Private Sector Leadership 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 [Read](https://www3.weforum.org/docs/WEF_Scaling_Investments_in_Nature_2022.pdf) ### Biodiversity Credits: Unlocking Financial Markets for Nature-Positive Outcomes 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 [Read](https://www3.weforum.org/docs/WEF_Biodiversity_Credit_Market_2022.pdf) ## Agenda blogs Recent blogs on nature finance. [View More](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/biodiversity/) ## Featured Content ### How innovative financing instruments are accelerating action on nature Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2024/10/innovative-financing-instruments-accelerating-action-nature/) ### Why innovation is key to unlocking more investment in natural capital Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2024/09/nature-capital-investment-nature/) ### How to spot a nature crisis – and why we should use natural capital to combat it Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2024/06/3-traits-nature-crisis-natural-capital/) ### 3 ways banks, insurers and investors can fast-track the transition towards a nature-positive economy Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2024/03/3-ways-banks-insurers-and-investors-can-help-reverse-biodiversity-loss/) ### How biodiversity credits can finance nature-positive outcomes Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2024/01/how-biodiversity-credits-can-finance-nature-positive-outcomes/) ### Businesses must address nature-related financial risks. Here's why Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2024/01/businesses-address-nature-related-financial-risks/) ### 3 conditions that will help scale blended finance for nature-positive outcomes Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2023/08/3-conditions-to-help-scale-blended-finance-for-nature-positive-outcomes/) ### 5 nature-positive trends to watch out for in 2023 When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2023/01/five-nature-trends-to-watch-out-for-davos-2023/) ### Why we need an 'everything, everywhere, all at once' approach for financing nature When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2023/03/ippc-report-natural-climate-solutions-for-financing-nature) ### Bridging the gap: rethinking business and finance in wildlife conservation When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2023/03/bridging-the-gap-rethinking-business-and-finance-in-wildlife-conservation/) ### How can Davos accelerate COP15 momentum on nature and biodiversity? When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2023/01/davos23-accelerate-cop15-momentum-nature-biodiversity/) ### How biodiversity credits can deliver benefits for business, nature and local communities When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2022/12/biodiversity-credits-nature-cop15/) ## External resources Check out the knowledge pieces published via partner channels [View More](#) ## Featured Content ### Counting the cost Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202406/05/WS665fad21a31082fc043caed1.html) ### Innovative Finance for Nature and People When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.thegef.org/sites/default/files/documents/2023-03/GEF_IIED_Innovative_Finance_Nature_People_2023_03_1.pdf) ### Let’s use the lessons of carbon offsets to build a robust and just system to value nature When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.reuters.com/business/sustainable-business/comment-lets-use-lessons-carbon-offsets-build-robust-just-system-value-nature-2023-03-20/) ### Il faut un Accord de Paris pour la nature When ordering food or beverages to go, customers can opt for a reusable revolv cup. A deposit is placed on the cup, which will be paid back upon return at a drop-off station or to any participating café. Revolv provides users with incentives, including discounts, to opt for a revolv cup [Read more](https://www.letemps.ch/opinions/faut-un-accord-paris-nature) ### Development of nascent biodiversity credit market picks up speed Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.sustainableviews.com/development-of-nascent-biodiversity-credit-market-picks-up-speed/)