Financial Perspectives on Sustainable Land Use: Which Business Models Fit and How Can We Scale them Up?

Natural capital is key to halting the loss of biodiversity and adapting to climate change, and it will require significantly increased investment in the years to come. A number of innovative financing solutions have been developed. However, a disconnect remains: many project developers struggle to access mainstream finance to scale their business, and mainstream investors to find attractive sustainable land use models. Innovative fund managers will offer insights into what it takes for businesses to attract investment that fits their needs. The panel will discuss possible ways to overcome the most important barriers for landscape and conservation finance.