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IDFC Toolbox on Integrating Biodiversity into Strategies and Operations of Public Development Banks

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IDFC Toolbox on Integrating Biodiversity into Strategies and Operations of Public Development Banks

Year Published

2022

Contributing Organizations

International Development Finance Club (IDFC)

Type of Resource

Tool
Guidance

Languages

English

Relevant Topics

Core Topic
Nature
Topic 2
Climate Strategy & Capabilities
Topic 3
Transition Finance

Target Audience

MDBs/DFIs

Relevant Geography

Global
IDFC Toolbox on Integrating Biodiversity into Strategies and Operations of Public Development Banks

Resource Description

This resource offers a toolbox to help development finance institutions integrate biodiversity into their strategies and operations. It provides methods, tools, and examples for assessing risks, setting priorities, and scaling investments that protect and restore nature.

Why This Matters

The toolbox supports financial institutions in mainstreaming biodiversity, reducing risks, and aligning investment with global sustainability and nature goals.

Key Insights

  • Emphasizes the strong dependence of economies and finance on healthy ecosystems
  • Recommends an 8-step approach covering internal communication, risk and opportunity assessment, strategy setting, capacity building, safeguards, biodiversity-positive investments, monitoring, and knowledge sharing
  • Showcases tools such as biodiversity risk screening, footprint assessments, and nature-based solutions financing
  • Encourages collaboration with clients and stakeholders to embed biodiversity across projects and portfolios

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