Advancing sustainable finance for nature in Asia

Safeguarding natural capital will be critical to meeting near and long-term climate targets. However, climate scientists warn that the complexities associated with nature and biodiversity-related financing will remain a key obstacle for Asia, one of the world's richest biodiversity hotspots.

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With nature's ecosystem services worth at least US$125 trillion to the global economy every year, it is vital for business and policy leaders to put financing for nature at the top of their agendas.

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Eco-Business, Asia Pacific’s leading media and intelligence organisation dedicated to sustainable development and ESG performance, is organising a full-day masterclass in collaboration with UNEP FI on these important topics.

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Participants will gain industry-first insights on sustainable finance and nature, delivered by key decision makers and stakeholders in Asia committed to addressing critical nature-related risks and opportunities.

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Participants will:

• Understand important biodiversity developments in Asia, including the significance of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework  
• Be equipped with UNEP FI’s nature target-setting tool, including identifying key material issues for nature, mapping guidance, and engagement activities
• Learn from applied nature case studies from banks, including existing practices in nature-related finance, policies, strategy and client engagement

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Participants will receive a Certificate of Participation issued by UN Environment Programme Finance Initiative, and Eco-Business upon completion of the workshop.  

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Who should attend this masterclass:

Mid to senior level managers with sustainability responsibilities from key sectors, including finance, agriculture, natural resources, manufacturing, real estate and construction, materials and waste management

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Masterclass course fees

S$500 + GST

Fees include lunch and networking drinks

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30% discount is available to

• UN Principles of Responsible Banking members (To check if your company is a member of the UN PRB, click here)
• EB Premium, EB Circle, and EB Enterprise members (To check on your Eco-Business membership status, click here)
• Delegates of Unlocking capital for sustainability Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines
• Members of the Singapore Sustainable Finance Association

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For detailed information including the programme agenda, download the course brochure.

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Interested participants may register their expression of interest by completing this form. Limited seats available.

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