Did you joined the NATURANCE consortium for a community-driven festival and learn about the financial, insurance, and investment opportunities that promote nature-based solutions? The Finance Innovation Festival on Insurance and Investment Opportunities for Nature-based Solutions took place on 23-24 May, 2024, in Laxenburg, Austria and was designed as a venue to bring together various communities around climate risk assessment, policy analysis, financial innovation, and advocacy for nature-based solutions.
By showcasing advancements in the field, encouraging critical engagement, and fostering collaboration between policy and science, the festival aimed to drive tangible progress towards a nature-positive economy. Different sessions encompassed a wide set of topics, ranging from innovative nature-based insurance instruments and finance strategies to regulatory frameworks, community engagement, and practical applications of nature-based solutions.
The festival was open to 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 were also welcomed. Indeed, the festival aimed to foster collaboration, knowledge exchange, and collective action among individuals and organisations committed to driving positive change towards a more sustainable future.
Leading experts delivered inspirational keynotes, setting the stage for valuable discussions and collaboration. Panel discussions delved into current trends, challenges, and opportunities in financing nature-based solutions, while interactive sessions in the form of World Café provided a platform for in-depth discussions and collaborative brainstorming. The Laxenburg Castle garden hosted informal outdoor discussions, nurturing networking and idea-sharing among attendees.
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