Nature Positive Pavilion: Reimagining Nature with the Nature Tech Collective
Reimagining Nature
In this session, built by the Nature Tech Collective, we're gathering a series of experts to lead roundtables around key areas of nature tech, showcasing a progression from data and monitoring to financing, risk management, community engagement, and policy.
We have crafted two dynamic sessions, each featuring three expert-led roundtables, and moderated by Kurt McFarland (FLINTPro)
Session 1: Harnessing Technology and Finance for Nature
1. Leveraging Technology for Biodiversity Monitoring and Conservation: Discover how advanced technologies are changing our ability to track and protect biodiversity.
Led by:
• Jorge Ahumada (WildMon)
• Alan Kroeger (Satelligence)
• Coby Strell (Kanop)
2. Nature Intelligence for Corporate Sustainability: Explore how data-driven insights empower businesses to implement nature-positive strategies. Led by:
• Sebastian Leape (Natcap)
• Yoni Pasternak (Nala)
• Andrew McCue (Metabolic)
3. Innovative Financing and Investment in Nature-Based Solutions: Learn about the financial mechanisms driving investment in biodiversity conservation. Led by:
• Leena Al Olaimy (Symbaiosys)
• Andres Vergara (InvestConservation)
• Facundo Armas (Globant)
Session 2: Driving Policy and Action for a Nature-Positive
1. AI and Geospatial Technologies for Nature Risk Management: Uncover how AI and geospatial tech are transforming nature-related risk assessment and mitigation. Led by:
• Franziska Walde (refinq)
• Virginia Castellucci (3Bee)
• Ian Brettell (Crowther Labs)
2. Policy and Advocacy for Nature-Positive Outcomes: Shaping regulatory landscapes to accelerate nature conservation and restoration. Led by:
• Regina Cervera (C Minds)
• Gregg Brill (Pacific Institute)
• Salvatore Coppola-Finegan (Ecocitizen)
3. Bridging Finance, Technology, and Ecology for Nature-Positive Business: Explore the integration of financial acumen, tech innovation, and ecological expertise in sustainable business strategies. Led by:
• Kurt McFarland (FLINTpro)
• Zoe Balmforth (Pivotal)
• Leo Prieto (Lemu)
Session Flow=
- Introduction by MC (5 minutes)
- Parallel Roundtable Discussion - Session 1 (25 minutes)
- Parallel Roundtable Discussion - Session 2 (25 minutes)
- Wrap-up and Q&A led by MC (5 minutes)
Note: This event is part of COP16 and access to the Blue Zone is required. Please ensure you have the necessary accreditation before registering.