Technical publications/articles

A Framework to Support the Financing of Ireland's Nature, Climate and Water Objectives by 2030

This article presents a framework to support Ireland’s nature, climate, and water objectives by 2030 through improved private-sector financing for biodiversity. Developed under the BIOFIN-EU project, it proposes a unified approach using a science-led dashboard and a special purpose vehicle (SPV) to streamline funding, reduce inefficiencies, and standardize governance.

Multi-criteria decision analysis and portfolio optimization to leverage private financing for nature-based solutions*

*In Portuguese.

This article examines how to measure the impacts of Nature-Based Solutions (NbS) and highlights the essential features of a tool based on Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA) and portfolio optimization. It also features a case study from Brazil’s Pipiripau Water Producer Project, showcasing the practical aplication of Payments for Environmental Services (PES) and the potential of a marketplace to scale NbS financing.

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