Sustainable Finance
Sustainable finance refers to financial activities and investments that integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations to promote long-term economic growth, social well-being, and environmental stewardship.
Sustainable finance focuses on directing capital toward projects, companies, and initiatives that support sustainable development, including combating climate change, promoting social equity, and ensuring good governance practices.
Target 19 of the Kunming-Montreal GBF represents an opportunity to use innovative financial mechanisms to scale biodiversity conservation impact. This can be enhanced by harnessing private sector resources, integrating biodiversity goals into climate finance initiatives, and supporting grassroots conservation efforts.