At the recent United Nations Conference on Biodiversity (COP16) in Colombia, a strategy was developed to achieve global conservation targets by 2030. At the same time, the Task Force on Nature-related Financial Disclosure (TNFD) has made important progress, and on October 28, it was announced that funding from the Japanese government had been confirmed, clearly indicating strong support from market participants and government agencies for this disclosure framework.

This article delves into these trends and their impact on Japanese companies as they adapt to these evolving international initiatives and frameworks and expectations.

Commentary] Focus on Nature: Biodiversity Negotiations Making Progress at CBD COP16 in Colombia as TNFD Gains Momentum
https://aiesg.co.jp/topics/report/241122-cbd-cop16/

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