BIOFIN News and Media

Financing the right fossils – lessons from Egypt’s debt swap investments in the Valley of the Whales

January
A few hours’ drive from Cairo a natural treasure awaits - outdating anything from the age of the Pharaohs. Wadi-al-hitan (the Valley of the Whales) showcases ancient skeletons found in...Read more

Footprints of the Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN) in Zambia’s Maiden Green Bond Issuance: A Win for Greening Zambia’s Financial Sector

December
In a historic move that was made public today at COP28 in Dubai, the Copperbelt Energy Corporation Plc (CEC) has announced the registration of Zambia's inaugural green bond issuance. This...Read more

UNDP BIOFIN and UNEP FI launch a new collaboration to align private and public finance with nature goals

November
Register to the first webinar on the Public-Private Community of Practice for Nature and Development Finance REGISTER HERE A year ahead of CBD COP16, UNDP BIOFIN and UNEP FI accelerate...Read more

Empowering Conservation Projects: Finance Resource Database for Biodiversity (FIRE) Unveils Advanced Search and Inclusive Filters

November
In the ever-evolving landscape of biodiversity conservation, staying ahead and accessing relevant funding opportunities is crucial. The Finance Resources for Biodiversity (FIRE), a key platform in supporting conservation projects, has...Read more

Participa BIOFIN México en la Reunión Anual de la Alianza Mexicana de Biodiversidad y Negocios

November
Ciudad de México, a 15 de noviembre de 2023.- El pasado 9 de noviembre, la Iniciativa Finanzas para la Biodiversidad (BIOFIN) del Programa de las Naciones Unidas para el Desarrollo...Read more