Recent policy news
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Overlooked potential of peatland restoration
Ongoing work by the Nature-based Solutions Initiative’s John Lynch and Xiao Zhang in collaboration with The Wildlife Trusts, as part of the Agile Initiative, is quantifying the climate benefits of vital peatland restoration work that may have been omitted from official greenhouse gas statistics.
September 2, 2024 -
Brazil spotlight on agriculture, biodiversity, and ecosystem services
New study reveals that climate change projections could render large agricultural areas in Brazil unviable by 2060, particularly in the Amazon-Cerrado region, calling for the adoption of more sustainable agricultural models that make better use of natural resources and focus on restoring degraded lands.
July 21, 2024 -
Directors’ Duty to Consider Nature
Climate litigation experts suggest that risks posed to corporates by climate litigation are material, increasing and currently unmanaged.
May 28, 2024 -
Collaboration for Nature: Launch of UK NbS Knowledge Hub
With the aim of overcoming key challenges and barriers to scaling up high-quality nature-based solutions in the UK, the Knowledge Hub offers stakeholders, including practitioners, local land management bodies, and policymakers, guidance on implementing NbS projects based on the latest science and best practices.
February 29, 2024 -
TNFD at Davos Highlights Critical Role of Indigenous Communities in Biodiversity Conservation
At the annual World Economic Forum (WEF) held in Davos, the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) gave a call to action for the inclusion of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (IPLCs) in shaping the emerging biodiversity market.
February 27, 2024 -
Unlocking the Power of Engagement for Nature Recovery and Nature-based Solutions
Recently, Dr. Caitlin Hafferty hosted a free webinar for practitioners called the Unlocking the power of engagement for Nature Recovery and Nature-based Solutions, supported by the Leverhulme Centre for Nature Recovery and the Agile Initiative.
February 27, 2024