Eco-metrics: making nature and biodiversity count

The panel explores the nexus of economics, nature and biodiversity. With participants from diverse backgrounds - from international organisations and consulting to grassroots initiatives - it discusses innovative approaches to quantifying and valuing nature and biodiversity, their contribution to the global economy and the impact of private-sector development on their protection and recovery.
The panel explains how cutting-edge research and measurement methodologies can help shape sustainable development strategies. Harnessing the power of data and new technologies can help development institutions foster a more harmonious balance between economic growth and environmental preservation.
The panel also discusses the key role of international financial institutions’ impact measurement around nature and biodiversity, which is central to the success of international initiatives such as the Global Biodiversity Information Facility and the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund.
Speakers:
David Shukman, Journalist, Speaker, and Consultant
Pippa Howard, Chief Nature Strategist, NatureMetrics
Beata Javorcik, Chief Economist, EBRD
Sylvie Goulard, Co-Chair, International Advisory Panel