Knowledge Hub

• What is biodiversity? 

  • It's the variety of species on Earth

• Why is it important? 

  • To sustain life on Earth and keep it within Planetary Boundaries

• What is the role of Biodiversa+? 

  • It supports research with societal and policy impact?

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Watch Johan Rockström explain planetary boundaries and their tipping points.

We're in 2025, and our decade is dubbed the most decisive for action on climate change. Where exactly do things stand? Climate impact scholar Johan Rockström offers the most up-to-date scientific assessment of the state of the planet and explains what must be done to preserve Earth's resilience to human pressure. Biodiversity is also very interconnected with climate change. 

Funding the gap to restore biodiversity, through dedicated investment funds.

The impact humans are having on the planet continues to grow, and as it does, protecting the world’s biodiversity is becoming an ever-increasing challenge. Now, as author Alice Ross explains, a number of biodiversity funds have sprung up in the investor market to supposedly address this issue. But what sort of criteria are they using, and could they actually make a difference?

Green Finance for Biodiversity - MNB Conference 2024

We participated in a panel discussion with alongside diverse stakeholders including investors, regulators and NGOs to discuss the role of financial systems in advancing nature-positive investments, and help close the biodiversity funding gap. We discuss data sources for measurement and good practices. Panel discussions starts at 2:22:50. 

Just Transition

It is the vision of a fossil-free society that is inclusive and fair, ensuring that no one is left behind in the process of change. It emphasizes the need for policies and measures that protect jobs, provide reskilling opportunities, and ensure social equity while addressing environmental challenges. The concept recognizes that the transition must be socially just, considering the economic and cultural realities of affected regions. It calls for collaboration among governments, businesses, trade unions, and civil society to create long-term strategies that balance economic growth with environmental sustainability. A just transition also seeks to address historical inequalities and ensure marginalized groups are not disproportionately burdened by the changes.