Talks on Nature: A podcast by ANCA https://TalksOnNature.podbean.com 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. Thu, 20 Mar 2025 05:48:02 +0300 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2024 All rights reserved. Business:Non-Profit 1440 episodic African Natural Capital Alliance African Natural Capital Alliance No false https://feed.podbean.com/TalksOnNature/feed.xml https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/19647430/imgonline-com-ua-resize-wVlxL3goRZxwq_yzchye.jpg Talks on Nature: A podcast by ANCA https://TalksOnNature.podbean.com 144 144 Biodiversity Credits: A New Dawn for Conservation Finance in Africa? Biodiversity Credits: A New Dawn for Conservation Finance in Africa? https://TalksOnNature.podbean.com/e/biodiversity-credits-a-new-dawn-for-conservation-finance-in-africa/ https://TalksOnNature.podbean.com/e/biodiversity-credits-a-new-dawn-for-conservation-finance-in-africa/#comments Thu, 20 Mar 2025 05:48:02 +0300 TalksOnNature.podbean.com/92f016fc-fad2-31c8-b21b-c3bf8ff2bd70 In this episode, Julie McCarthy joins us to explore the groundbreaking potential of biodiversity credits to reshape conservation finance in Africa.  Delving into the insights of the Biodiversity Credits Landscape Report, Julie will illuminate how  these innovative mechanisms can unlock critical investment in nature-positive projects across the continent.  Can biodiversity credits revolutionize how we protect and restore nature?  

]]> In this episode, Julie McCarthy joins us to explore the groundbreaking potential of biodiversity credits to reshape conservation finance in Africa.  Delving into the insights of the Biodiversity Credits Landscape Report, Julie will illuminate how 
these innovative mechanisms can unlock critical investment in nature-positive projects across the continent.  Can biodiversity credits revolutionize how we protect and restore nature?  

]]> African Natural Capital Alliance false No 2680 8 full Greening the Financial Sector: How Can Finance Flow Towards a Nature-Positive Future? Greening the Financial Sector: How Can Finance Flow Towards a Nature-Positive Future? https://TalksOnNature.podbean.com/e/greening-the-financial-sector-how-can-finance-flow-towards-a-nature-positive-future/ https://TalksOnNature.podbean.com/e/greening-the-financial-sector-how-can-finance-flow-towards-a-nature-positive-future/#comments Wed, 19 Mar 2025 14:43:19 +0300 TalksOnNature.podbean.com/3f919f05-6f3f-3cca-b85f-f8a8f1788809 In this episode, we delve into the critical role of the finance sector in driving nature-positive outcomes with Jessica Smith, Nature Lead at the UNEP Finance Initiative. Jessica brings a wealth of knowledge on how  financial institutions can align their practices with environmental sustainability. We'll explore how banks, insurers, and investors can assess and mitigate their impacts on nature, and discover the innovative tools and frameworks UNEP FI is developing to facilitate this crucial shift.

]]> In this episode, we delve into the critical role of the finance sector in driving nature-positive outcomes with Jessica Smith, Nature Lead at the UNEP Finance Initiative. Jessica brings a wealth of knowledge on how  financial institutions can align their practices with environmental sustainability. We'll explore how banks, insurers, and investors can assess and mitigate their impacts on nature, and discover the innovative tools and frameworks UNEP FI is developing to facilitate this crucial shift.

]]> African Natural Capital Alliance false No 3309 7 full Mobilising Private Capital for Climate Action and Nature-Based Solutions Mobilising Private Capital for Climate Action and Nature-Based Solutions https://TalksOnNature.podbean.com/e/mobilising-private-capital-for-climate-action-and-nature-based-solutions/ https://TalksOnNature.podbean.com/e/mobilising-private-capital-for-climate-action-and-nature-based-solutions/#comments Tue, 25 Feb 2025 09:30:00 +0300 TalksOnNature.podbean.com/d1689dec-6c8e-38a8-a8ef-00fb686bb8a7 This episode will focus on the role of private finance in addressing climate challenges and supporting nature-based solutions, with a special focus on Africa’s natural capital. Dia will discuss how institutions like the DFC are mobilising private capital to drive climate action and biodiversity conservation.

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]]> African Natural Capital Alliance false No 1334 1 5 full Innovative Financing Models for Natural Capital Projects Innovative Financing Models for Natural Capital Projects https://TalksOnNature.podbean.com/e/innovative-financing-models-for-natural-capital-projects/ https://TalksOnNature.podbean.com/e/innovative-financing-models-for-natural-capital-projects/#comments Fri, 07 Feb 2025 16:59:00 +0300 TalksOnNature.podbean.com/492518a5-e53f-301e-a766-c886a5833490 This episode dives into how innovative financial tools, such as blended finance, green bonds, and public-private partnerships, are unlocking investments in Africa’s natural capital. Kelvin Massingham will explore how these models work and the potential for scaling sustainable finance across the continent.

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]]> African Natural Capital Alliance false No 2080 4 full Building a Nature-Positive Economy: From Policy to Action Building a Nature-Positive Economy: From Policy to Action https://TalksOnNature.podbean.com/e/building-a-nature-positive-economy-from-policy-to-action/ https://TalksOnNature.podbean.com/e/building-a-nature-positive-economy-from-policy-to-action/#comments Thu, 12 Dec 2024 11:29:18 +0300 TalksOnNature.podbean.com/74f9456b-ab20-39b1-bc30-d5f6a2b5cd20 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

]]> 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

]]> African Natural Capital Alliance false No 1870 1 3 full The Role of TNFD in Shaping Nature-related Financial Disclosures The Role of TNFD in Shaping Nature-related Financial Disclosures https://TalksOnNature.podbean.com/e/the-role-of-tnfd-in-shaping-nature-related-financial-disclosures/ https://TalksOnNature.podbean.com/e/the-role-of-tnfd-in-shaping-nature-related-financial-disclosures/#comments Thu, 28 Nov 2024 08:36:27 +0300 TalksOnNature.podbean.com/df5044c5-8473-38ee-a88b-f84f2c256bce 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.

]]> 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.

]]> African Natural Capital Alliance false No 2300 1 2 full Financing Nature and Biodiversity Projects across Africa Financing Nature and Biodiversity Projects across Africa https://TalksOnNature.podbean.com/e/financing-nature-and-biodiversity-projects-across-africa/ https://TalksOnNature.podbean.com/e/financing-nature-and-biodiversity-projects-across-africa/#comments Sat, 09 Nov 2024 09:11:58 +0300 TalksOnNature.podbean.com/ecb69616-6716-397b-ad82-66de398ee033 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.

]]> 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.

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