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?? Closing the €200 billion biodiversity funding gap: A critical step toward a #NaturePositiveEconomy A new joint paper by our partner WWF along with BirdLife Europe and Central Asia, CEE Bankwatch Network and EuroNatur Foundation highlights how the EU's next long-term budget presents a pivotal opportunity to enhance funding for biodiversity conservation and restoration. With an estimated €200 billion funding gap for achieving the EU's 2030 biodiversity objectives, the report outlines concrete recommendations for ensuring that national plans effectively direct funds to nature protection and restoration. As we work to transform our economic systems to become nature-positive, adequate public financing is essential. This paper offers valuable insights, Read the full report to learn more about closing the biodiversity investment gap and building a more resilient future: https://lnkd.in/eG9Y-pSJ #Biodiversity #NaturePositive #NatureBasedSolutions #ClimateResilience #GoNaturePositive NetworkNature EU Siobhan McQuaid

Sharing this upcoming webinar for those interested in #NatureInclusive #MSP #marinespatialplanning

Our partner Etifor | Valuing Nature will be participating in the Circular Forestry Innovation: EU Workshop ?? March 26-27, 2025 ?? Kouvola, Finland The EU CAP Network Workshop will showcase both traditional and innovative value chains for forest by-products - from biochar and wood composites to cutting-edge bioplastics and chemical materials. Key focus areas: ?? Successful circular forestry initiatives ??Innovative value chains creating rural jobs ??Business models ensuring fair distribution to forest communities The workshop aims to foster partnerships between EIP-AGRI Operational Groups, Horizon Europe projects, and industry players to strengthen sustainable bio-based value chains. For more information:?https://lnkd.in/d-dvS3xG #GoNaturePositive!?#CircularEconomy #RuralDevelopment #Forestry #Sustainability #NaturePositiveEconomy Giulia Cecchinato

On March 20, we gathered in Warsaw for the EFB Annual General Meeting 2025, reflecting on our achievements and shaping the future of urban greening across Europe. Key Highlights of the AGM: ? New EFB Member – Welcome GRoF - Croatia National Association for Greening Roofs and Facades! ? Updated EFB Documents & Regulations ? Report by EFB Office: Elisabeth Weiss-Tessbach, Tetiana Konchenko ? Strategic Development – Strengthening partnerships ? GoNaturePositive! Workshop – Mapping green building industry actors & setting nature-positive goals. ? Elected EFB Board & Executive Board Team for 2025-2027! ???? ?? President: - Paulo Palha (PT) GREENROOFS? Innovated by ANCV ?? Vice Presidents: - Vera Enzi-Zechner (Austria) GRüNSTATTGRAU - Rebecca Landwehr (Germany) Bundesverband Geb?udeGrün e. V. - BuGG - Sophie Rousset-Rouvière (France) ADIVET - Pavel Dostal (Czech Republic) AZSF - Asociace zelenych st?ech a fasád - Maurizio Crasso (Italy) AIVEP - Chris Bridgman (United Kingdom) Green Roof Organisation (GRO) ?? Board Members: - Simon Perneel (Belgium) BFGB-Belgische Federatie Groenblauw Bouwen - Péter Csabina (Hungary) ZEOSZ-Z?ldtet?epit?k Országos Sz?vetsége - Michiel van de Bunt (Netherlands) Vereniging Bouwwerk Begroeners - Balbina Gryczyńska (Poland) Polish Green Roof Association (PGRA) - Zoltan Kolcsar (Romania) Converde - Tobias Emilsson (Scandinavia) Green Roof Institute - Erich Steiner MSc (Switzerland) Schweizerische Fachvereinigung Geb?udebegrünung - Fernando Hidalgo Romero (Spain) ASOCIACIóN ESPA?OLA DE CUBIERTAS VERDES Y AJARDINAMIENTOS VERTICALES (ASESCUVE) - tanja herr (Croatia) GROF-Croatian National Association for Greening Roofs and Facades ? Extraordinary Members: - Julián Briz (Spain) ProNatur-Naturación y Agricultura Urbana - Oleksandra Strashok (Ukraine) UAGI-Ukrainian Association of Green Infrastructure ? ?? Ambassador: - Dusty Gedge (UK)? Together, we’re committed to advancing green roofs and facades across Europe, transforming cities into liveable, safe, and green environments, enhancing biodiversity and resilience! ???? ? ?? A big thank you to all members for their contributions! Let’s continue building greener, more sustainable cities together. #EFB #Greenroofs #Greenwalls #LivingWalls #GreenInfrastructure #Sustainability #UrbanGreening #GoNaturePositive!

World Water Day 2025: Glacier Preservation and the Nature-Positive Economy Today on #WorldWaterDay, GoNaturePositive! highlights the critical challenge of glacier preservation. Glaciers are vital to life on Earth – their meltwater provides essential drinking water, supports agriculture, powers industry, enables clean energy production, and sustains healthy ecosystems. Yet as our planet warms, these frozen reservoirs are disappearing. Across our six key sectors, glacier preservation connects directly to building a nature-positive economy: ?? In farming and food systems, where reliable meltwater supports agricultural productivity ?? In forest conservation, where watershed protection helps regulate water flow from glacial regions ?? In the ocean economy, where managing glacial melt impacts coastal ecosystems and communities ?? In tourism, where glacial landscapes represent both vulnerable attractions and early warning systems ?? In cities and buildings, where innovative design must account for changing water availability ?? In global initiatives, where climate action requires coordinated responses Through our work, we're demonstrating how nature-positive approaches can help communities adapt and mitigate. #WorldWaterDay25 calls for global action to reduce emissions, improve water management, and raise awareness about the impact of glacier loss. By protecting glaciers, we can ensure a stable water supply for millions who rely on glacier-fed sources for drinking water, agriculture, and energy. To learn more visit?https://lnkd.in/em4xacKH #GoNaturePositive! #ClimateAction #NaturePositiveEconomy #NatureBasedSolutions #NBS #SustainableTourism #Glaciers

How can we build an economy that works with nature rather than against it? Last year, GoNaturePositive! published a concept note exploring the foundations of a nature-positive economy, sparking conversations about the role of businesses, policymakers, and communities in driving this shift. Now, we’re passing the mic to the next generation. In this three-part blog series, "Youth Voices for a Nature-Positive Economy," students from Trinity College Dublin share their reflections, critiques, and insights on our Concept Note. Their perspectives highlight the challenges, opportunities, and bold ideas that could shape a more nature-positive future. We’re excited to kick off the series with the first blog written by Akinwande Majola, who was selected by our expert panel from outstanding student submissions. We believe in amplifying diverse voices in the conversation about how corporate accountability, and citizen engagement can work together to build a more sustainable future. What integrated changes do you believe are most critical for transitioning to a nature-positive economy? Share your thoughts in the comments below! Read the full article on our website: https://lnkd.in/eaPMQ4Kj _____ #GoNP! #GoNaturePositive! #YouthVoices #NaturePositive #StudentVoices #NaturePositiveEconomy #NatureBasedSolutions #Sustainability #BiodiversityConservation #ClimateAction? Siobhan McQuaid Isobel Fletcher Daniela Rizzi Niak Sian Koh Marianne Zandersen NetworkNature EU Jane Stout

???? Today is #WorldWildlifeDay - a day to celebrate the remarkable diversity of flora and fauna in our Urban Nature Plans+ cities! ?? PARIS NATURE - Ville de Paris - Espaces verts et environnement is a city where nature thrives within a dense urban fabric. With over 100,000 street trees, two vast forests and 531 parks, it is committed to greening its spaces. By 2026, Paris aims to plant 170,000 more trees and create 100 hectares of new green spaces, including urban forests and greener schoolyards. ??? Nestled between the Mediterranean Sea and the Serra de Collserola, Barcelona Regional is promoting biodiversity through its Natura Plan 2030. With projects such as the Pla?a de les Glòries park, the city is improving its green infrastructure and promoting ecological resilience. ?? Burgas seamlessly blends urban life with unspoilt nature. An important stopover for migratory birds, it protects 20% of its land as nature reserves. The Strandzha Nature Park and Burgas Mineral Springs underline its commitment to sustainability. ?? Stadt Mannheim prioritises rewilding and species protection. With 50% of its area dedicated to natural spaces - including 4,800 hectares of nature reserves - the city actively integrates nature into urban planning. New green spaces, such as the Spinelli site, provide important habitats for rare species. ?? Belgrade maintains its ecological richness, with 16% of its territory covered by forests and 15% by green spaces. While the city faces challenges in implementing green initiatives, it continues to work towards sustainable solutions. ?? What grows in your #city? Tell us in the comments! ?? #NatureBasedSolutions #UNPplus

Our partner Etifor | Valuing Nature will be participating in the Circular Forestry Innovation: EU Workshop ?? March 26-27, 2025 ?? Kouvola, Finland The EU CAP Network Workshop will showcase both traditional and innovative value chains for forest by-products - from biochar and wood composites to cutting-edge bioplastics and chemical materials. Key focus areas: ?? Successful circular forestry initiatives ??Innovative value chains creating rural jobs ??Business models ensuring fair distribution to forest communities The workshop aims to foster partnerships between EIP-AGRI Operational Groups, Horizon Europe projects, and industry players to strengthen sustainable bio-based value chains. For more information:?https://lnkd.in/d-dvS3xG #GoNaturePositive!?#CircularEconomy #RuralDevelopment #Forestry #Sustainability #NaturePositiveEconomy Giulia Cecchinato

All the work we do Under Ytan is exciting. ?? But this one is particularly interesting. ?? Building new #innovative business models as well as developing new tools for #Naturefinance with #seaweed and #mussels with great partners. ??

?? What does a fair future look like to you? ???? The European Commission has launched strategic dialogues with citizens, institutions and civil society to co-create the most inclusive and participative Intergenerational Fairness Strategy. ?? Join the conversation and contribute now to ensure that all voices are heard! ?? Discover more in our latest blog post:?https://bit.ly/41EFnhF ?? Join us in our campaign for a Europe #FitForFutureGenerations: https://bit.ly/41cgzhZ Fit for Future Generations International Youth Health Organization YouthProAktiv Oikos - Coopera??o e Desenvolvimento Pax Christi International Philea - Philanthropy Europe Association Generation Climate Europe (GCE) Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC) European Youth Forum Youth and Environment Europe (YEE) Laudato Si' Movement Network of Institutions and Leaders for Future Generations (NiFG) Lab Toekomstige Generaties Earthly Institute European Environmental Bureau Fondation Calouste Gulbenkian Alboan ONG Fundazioa Fundacion Entreculturas NGDO World Future Council Friends of Europe Don Bosco International Debating Europe