Is nature's value truly reflected in today's corporate strategies? Stephanie Cárdenas from Deloitte has dedicated her career to elevating nature and biodiversity in the business world, drawing on her background growing up in Ecuador and working in the Galapagos Islands. In this episode she shares her insights on why incorporating nature into corporate agendas is not only crucial but can also drive substantial economic and environmental benefits.
Our discussion covers:
• The concept of "nature positive" strategies and their potential to create jobs and boost global GDP
• Practical approaches for businesses to mitigate environmental impacts
• The importance of regulatory frameworks like CSRD and TNFD in shaping corporate sustainability efforts
• The role of the financial sector in supporting biodiversity
• Effective stakeholder communication in ESG initiatives
Further resources from Deloitte:
Putting nature and biodiversity loss on the business agenda
The chairperson’s guide to valuing nature
How banks can help achieve nature-positive outcomes and preserve biodiversity
Food Regulation Highlight: 5 Key takeaways on the new EU Deforestation Regulation
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