Finance Solutions

Ms.Odontuya Ononpuntsa

28 Aug 2024

Woman leading the way: How one woman's leadership contributed to ecosystem restoration in Mongolia’s rural area

The Ikh-Uul region, a sub-province of Zavkhan in Mongolia, is located within the Khangai mountain range. This area includes the Tarvagatai Mountains National Park, known for its forest-steppe ecosystem and extreme continental, semi-arid climate. The forest reserve, dominated by larch and Siberian pi...Read more

Second Innovation Challenge in Colombia: Biodiversity and Insurance

15 Aug 2024

Second Innovation Challenge in Colombia: Biodiversity and Insurance

Investments in biodiversity aim to protect and restore nature through various strategies and projects. However, these investments face risks that can impact their success or deter potential investors. To address this, tools are needed to manage risks and mitigate losses in the event of adverse outco...Read more

BIOFIN and Raices supports indigenous people in Costa Rica

8 Aug 2024

RAICES and BIOFIN launch the 3rd edition of the Indigenous Tourism Incubator in Costa Rica

Raíces reaches its third edition, after having supported 28 initiatives in previous calls for proposals. The non-reimbursable funds will be directed to enterprises in the indigenous territories of Boruca, Cabagra, China Kichá, Rey Curré, Salitre, Térraba and Ujarrás in Costa Rica. There are currentl...Read more

Photo credit: Department of Wildlife and National Parks of Botswana

7 Aug 2024

Botswana’s new protected area fees generate US$ 7.8 million, more than projected

Botswana's updated fees for protected areas have generated US$7.8 million in the first year, significantly exceeding the original forecast of US$1.8 million. The new fee system, introduced in April 2022, was developed in collaboration between the Government of Botswana and BIOFIN. With over 40% of B...Read more

Sri Lanca

29 May 2024

National Sustainable Tourism Certification Scheme awarded to 100 SMEs in the tourism sector in Sri Lanka

29 May 2024, Colombo, Sri Lanka – The National Sustainable Tourism Certification Scheme is an important initiative to recognize and promote destinations that are committed to environmental, social and economic sustainability in Sri Lanka. Launched in 2018, the scheme is in line with the Global Susta...Read more