Biodiversity as an Asset Class

"Biodiversity as an Asset Class" explores the economic impact of biodiversity loss, emphasizing its importance for investors, with $44 trillion in global economic value at stake.
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Year
2023
Client
The World Economic Forum
Service
Director of Photography
Website
weforum.org

During the World Economic Forum's Davos event, we had the privilege to produce a comprehensive video series titled "Biodiversity as an Asset Class." This series delves into the critical issue of biodiversity loss, highlighting its substantial impact on global economic value generation. With $44 trillion of economic value reliant on nature, understanding the risks and opportunities associated with biodiversity loss is essential for investors.

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Interviewees:

  • Andre Hoffmann: Vice-Chairman of Roche Holding and a prominent advocate for sustainability.
  • Bernardus Marttin: Member of the Managing Board of Rabobank, focusing on sustainable finance.
  • Joseph Stiglitz: Nobel Laureate in Economics and a leading voice on economic policy.
  • Leslie Johnston: Executive Director of the C&A Foundation, emphasizing sustainable development.
  • Ronald Wuijster: CEO of APG Asset Management, specialising in sustainable investment strategies.

OUR VIDEOS

The Future of Biodiversity Finance: Pricing Biodiversity
The Future of Biodiversity Finance: Nature Positive Business
The Future of Biodiversity Finance: The Valuation of Natural Capital
The Future of Biodiversity Finance: Philanthropic Capital and Industry Transitions
The Future of Biodiversity Finance: Philanthropic Capital and Industry Transitions
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Key Themes Explored:

  1. Systemic Portfolio Risk: Biodiversity loss presents unprecedented risks to portfolios, necessitating a deep understanding of its implications.
  2. Regulatory and Political Momentum: The Convention on Biological Diversity (COP15) and frameworks like the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) are driving significant changes in the financial industry.
  3. Investor Education: Many investors feel under-informed about biodiversity risks, making education and awareness crucial.
  4. Biodiversity Finance Initiative: Leveraging the World Economic Forum’s network, this initiative aims to remove barriers to investor action and promote best practices in biodiversity finance.

Project Execution

‍The series showcased in-depth interviews with these global thought leaders, exploring how financial industries can adapt to and mitigate the impacts of biodiversity loss. Each episode provided insights into innovative strategies and frameworks that can drive positive change and sustainable investment.

Conclusion

This project not only highlights the urgency of addressing biodiversity loss but also positions it as a pivotal consideration for investors worldwide. Through compelling storytelling and expert insights, "Biodiversity as an Asset Class" aims to foster a deeper understanding and proactive approach to integrating biodiversity into investment decisions.

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IN SUMMARY

Credits

DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY: JACK HARDY / LUCID MOTION

PRODUCTION: WORLD ECONOMIC FORUM

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