Author/Contact:
Francesca Tedeschini, David Blaettner, Andreas Tuerk, Oisín Klinkenbergh, Siobhan McQuaid, Emer Brangan, Linda Romanovska, Wenting Chen, Diya Chakravorty, Ingvild Skumlien Furuseth
Resource description:
The Invest4Nature (I4N) project recognizes the crucial role of Nature-based Solutions (NbS) in addressing societal challenges and securing a healthier and more sustainable future. While the potential of NbS is undeniable, unlocking their full potential depends on the development of robust markets and effective financing mechanisms. Currently, there is a range of NbS emerging, primarily supported by strong public funding, but a comprehensive market for NbS has not yet emerged, indicating a need for further exploration of how to attract private investment alongside continued public support.
By examining the perspectives and needs of key stakeholders - public sector entities, investors, and Nature-based Enterprises (NbEs) - the report provides a comprehensive overview of the financing landscape for NbS and the potential for enhancing private sector involvement. The report identifies key barriers and drivers influencing NbS investments and offers recommendations to enhance the effectiveness and scalability of NbS projects. It emphasizes the importance of a diversified financing approach, combining public and private sources, to unlock the full potential of NbS and achieve global climate, biodiversity and restoration targets.