BIOFIN News and Media

UNDP launches new guidance for countries to finance ambitious biodiversity goals, repurposing harmful subsidies

October
BIOFIN methodology has seen over $1Bn catalyzed so far across 40 countries in finance solutions that span solutions from crowdfunding to green bonds. 22 October 2024, Cali, Colombia - Countries...Read more

BIOFIN Launches 2024 Workbook at COP16, Showcasing Success Stories in Implementing Biodiversity Finance Plans

October
On the first day of the UN Biodiversity Conference COP16, the UNDP Biodiversity Finance Initiative (UNDP BIOFIN), in collaboration with the Global Environment Facility and the CBD Secretariat, held a...Read more

Nurturing biodiversity for a sustainable tomorrow in Rwanda

October
This documentary, produced by UNDP’s Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN) in Rwanda, highlights the crucial role BIOFIN plays in addressing Rwanda’s biodiversity finance gap. Set against the breathtaking natural landscapes of...Read more

UNDP BIOFIN Enhances Ecotourism in Vietnam to Support Local Communities and Protect Coral Reefs

October
Hon Yen Island is a popular tourist destination in Vietnam, known for its majestic landscapes and vibrant coral reefs that serve as a haven for marine species. Protecting these coral...Read more

Building Zambia’s Green Bond Market: Pioneering a New Pathway to Financing Biodiversity Conservation

October
Zambia, like many developing nations, faces a significant financing gap in addressing urgent biodiversity and environmental challenges. As the country grapples with deteriorating natural resources, finding innovative financing solutions has...Read more