The Naturance project, in which ICLEI is a partner, is organising a Festival on Insurance and Investment Opportunities for Nature-based Solutions. The event is intended to bring together various communities around climate risk assessment, policy analysis, financial innovation, and advocacy for Nature-based Solutions aimed at:

• Showcasing the advancements made in innovative financial instruments and the development of business cases centred around nature-based solutions.
• Encouraging critical engagement and facilitating in-depth discussions and analyses of the existing evidence to identify potential avenues for future financial laboratories.
• Informing policy dialogues and contributing to increased awareness of the essential needs and existing strategies to foster a nature-positive economy.
• Providing a platform for related initiatives and projects in the realm of nature-based solutions to share their successes and ongoing research, fostering a collaborative learning environment.

The festival will feature an engaging format comprising various activities aimed at fostering collective knowledge sharing and collaboration including inspirational keynotes, panel and pitch presentations, World Cafe, and Outdoor Discussions. 

The intended audience of the festival comprises professionals, experts, policymakers, and advocates from diverse sectors, including finance, insurance, environmental science, policy analysis, and sustainability. Entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, and community leaders interested in exploring nature-based solutions and advancing innovative approaches to addressing climate change and environmental challenges are also welcomed. The festival aims to foster collaboration, knowledge exchange, and collective action among individuals and organisations committed to driving positive change towards a more sustainable future.

Register for the event here.

For more information visit: https://www.naturanceproject.eu/events/finance-innovation-festival/