News and Media October 2024

Photo credit: UNDP Thailand. Tourists paying a user fee of $0.60 to visit Koh Tao Island. The funds are used for coral reef restoration and waste management.
Photo credit: UNDP Thailand. Tourists paying a user fee of $0.60 to visit Koh Tao Island. The funds are used for coral reef restoration and waste management.
Koh Tao: A Model for Sustainable Tourism and Coral Reef Conservation
Koh Tao, also known as Thailand's Turtle Island, is one of Southeast Asia's most unique and attractive tourist destinations. Its rich biodiversity, crystal-clear waters, jungle habitats, and famous coral reefs draw between 300,000 to 500,000 tourists annually. Many come to enjoy the island’s world-r...Read more
Finance for Biodiversity Foundation, UNEP FI and UNDP announce pavilion at COP16 Biodiversity Conference
Finance for Biodiversity Foundation, UNEP FI and UNDP announce pavilion at COP16 Biodiversity Conference
Finance for Biodiversity Foundation, UNEP FI and UNDP announce pavilion at COP16 Biodiversity Conference
The Finance for Biodiversity Foundation, UNEP FI and UNDP announced today their Finance and Biodiversity Pavilion at the UN Biodiversity Conference COP16 to be held in October. To meet a growing interest from the finance sector, the pavilion will serve as a central hub to discuss the alignment of fi...Read more
Second Innovation Challenge in Colombia: Biodiversity and Insurance
Second Innovation Challenge in Colombia: Biodiversity and Insurance
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