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Global Conference 2025

Capitalizing on Conservation: The Business Value of Sustainability

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Maintaining biodiversity and healthy ecosystems can help sustain economies and even offer significant economic returns, from providing natural resources for the creation of new businesses to mitigating climate risk. Investing in ecosystem protection not only preserves the planet but strengthens long-term business viability and resilience. This panel will discuss the financial implications of biodiversity loss, the economic advantages of sustainable practices, and the earning potential of emerging industries like sustainable food production, renewable energy, and carbon markets. 

    Moderator

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    Leslie Kaufman

    Senior Reporter, Bloomberg

    Speakers

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    Alex Harbour

    Founder and Chair, Venture Climate Alliance
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    Leslie Johnston

    CEO, Laudes Foundation
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    Jennifer Morris

    CEO, The Nature Conservancy
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    Jens Nielsen

    CEO, World Climate Foundation
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    Andrew Siwo

    Head of Sustainable Investments and Climate Solutions, New York State Common Retirement Fund