Building the business case for nature

In this webinar, hosted by Nature Positive Matters, Australian business leaders shared practical insights and learning on building an internal business case for nature-related action.

Key insights from the webinar included: 

• Frame nature as a core strategic business issue, not just an environmental one.
• Tailor engagement to educate boards and executives early to build understanding and support for nature-related initiatives.
• Start with manageable, high-impact pilots to demonstrate value and build momentum.
• Leverage progress on climate disclosures, carbon offsets and water management to integrate nature into your approach.

“Value can be defined in several different ways – value at risk if we don’t act, or the value we can create or extract if we do. We need to translate the science into how these issues may impact short, medium and long-term core company value.” — Bel Quince

Speakers
Mark Gough: Chief Executive Officer, Capitals Coalition 
Siobhan Toohill: Sustainability Advisor 
Justin Merrell: Sustainability Director, Lion Group 
Bel Quince: General Manager Climate & Nature, Woolworths Group 
Natasha Greenwood: General Manager Agribusiness, Commonwealth Bank 
Daniel Sheedy: Director, Outreach and Engagement, Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

Watch the recording below.