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Talks on Nature - A Podcast by ANCA is a platform where thought leaders, policymakers, and innovators discuss the most pressing environmental and sustainability challenges and opportunities facing Africa today. Hosted by the African Natural Capital Alliance (ANCA), the podcast highlights cutting-edge strategies, nature-based solutions, and financial innovations driving the continent toward a nature-positive future. Each episode offers insights from global and African leaders dedicated to protecting and leveraging Africa’s vast natural assets for sustainable development.
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Thursday Dec 12, 2024
Thursday Dec 12, 2024
In this episode, Marco Lambertini discusses the urgent need to secure a nature-positive world by 2030 and shares his expertise on transitioning to a nature-positive economy, focusing on how governments, businesses, and society can work together to halt and reverse biodiversity loss. Drawing on his leadership convening the Nature Positive Initiative, Marco will explore the policy shifts, financial incentives, and business strategies needed to create a global economic model that actively contributes to biodiversity restoration. He will discuss how to integrate nature-positive principles into corporate and governmental decision-making, and the vital role of international collaborations in achieving these ambitious goals
Thursday Nov 28, 2024
Thursday Nov 28, 2024
Tony Goldner joins the podcast to explain the TNFD’s pioneering role in helping financial institutions and businesses integrate nature-related risks and opportunities into their decision-making processes. This episode will focus on how the TNFD framework is guiding corporations and investors to consider the financial impact of nature loss, and the role of nature-related financial disclosures in driving sustainable business practices globally. Tony will also share insights on how TNFD is engaging with African stakeholders to ensure that the framework supports biodiversity and
nature-positive financing on the continent.
Saturday Nov 09, 2024
Saturday Nov 09, 2024
In this episode, Martin Potgieter, whose role at Rand Merchant Bank is focused on Natural Capital, explores why financial institutions must prioritise investments in nature conservation and biodiversity. The conversation dives into what "Natural Capital" means and why it should be at the forefront of investment strategies.
Additionally, Martin shares insights into the financial tools and partnerships needed to fund conservation projects across Africa and beyond, including real-world examples of how RMB is driving nature-positive investments. The discussion focuses on addressing the challenges of financing nature-related projects and the urgency of scaling investments for biodiversity protection.