How far have we come in our efforts to restore nature? This will be the focus of the 17th Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity, or ‘biodiversity COP’, to be held in three months’ time in Yerevan, Armenia. A top agenda item at COP17… Read More
The Limitations of Linear Thinking Most businesses rely on risk management frameworks rooted in local and international standards. Leading businesses create detailed risk registers and risk appetite statements, embedding risk management into governance and executive remuneration. These are rigorous, dependable and replicable systems. However, they reflect a … Read More
The Murex Snail The murex snail was once the most valuable resource in the world. Over 3,600 years ago, Phoenicians (ancient Lebanese) from Tyre discovered that boiling parts of sea snails yielded a dye known as Tyrian purple. The result was magic. Unlike other colours, Tyrian purple intensified with wear—a… Read More
The Nature Investment Paradox An awareness of our dependency on nature is gaining traction among private and public sectors. Over half of the world’s GDP (USD 44 trillion) is moderately to highly dependent on nature and the services it provides. And yet, nature investment poses a frustrating… Read More
