Nature-based solutions (NbS) offer multiple benefits for business, nature, and people, yet their adoption by companies to meet climate goals and mitigate risks remains limited. Increased corporate engagement across value chains is crucial for achieving a net-zero, nature-positive world.

CISL acknowledges the challenges companies face in adopting NbS, particularly in quantifying benefits for initial projects like regenerative agriculture. To address this, CISL, with support from the We Mean Business Coalition, launched a diagnostic tool in March 2022 to help unlock NbS investments within value chains.

An upcoming webinar, part of CISL’s project to support business to #GetNBSready, will explore progress on nature-positive ambitions, discuss implementation challenges, and demonstrate how this tool can assist companies.

SuperScientist James Hansen is engaging with the International Court of Justice (World Court) on the critical issue of climate change.

His participation underscores the significant scientific and legal considerations now being brought before the world's highest court.

Join us for the Commonwealth Club's Virtual Gala on November 19 at 6 pm, celebrating women's leadership in science and medicine. Visit commonwealthclub.org/2021gala or text Club2021 to 41444 to register and donate.

Founded in 1903, The Commonwealth Club of California is the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum. Speakers from Teddy Roosevelt to Anthony Fauci have graced its stage, addressing diverse topics like environmental solutions, exemplified by Paul Hawken's optimistic "ReGeneration" approach to global warming.

With 20,000 members and over 500 annual events, the Club reaches millions through its podcast and weekly national radio program. Become a member: commonwealthclub.org/membership.

Achieving net-zero goals requires significant private sector support. This talk explores securing corporate buy-in for a broad carbon tax, ensuring workers have sufficient green skills, and addressing concerns that climate initiatives might undermine business competitiveness.

Jamus Lim, an associate professor of economics at ESSEC Asia Pacific and a Member of Singapore's 14th Parliament, leads this discussion. He brings extensive experience from senior economist roles at the World Bank and Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, and as chief economist for ThirdRock Group. His expertise spans international macro-finance, political economy, and development economics.

This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Professor Stefan Rahmstorf recently delivered a compelling lecture titled "Why the Ocean is Important to Everyone."

His presentation underscored the critical role marine ecosystems play in influencing global climate, weather patterns, and biodiversity. Rahmstorf highlighted the ocean's vital importance for sustaining both human well-being and the planet's overall health, emphasizing the urgent need for conservation.

Fast fashion and online shopping are major contributors to landfills. Sustainable fashion expert Kelly Drennan explains how our own closets hold the answer to slowing climate change. Your clothing choices are more than just a fashion statement.

Kelly founded Fashion Takes Action to create a sustainable future. She convenes the Ontario Textile Diversion Collaborative (OTDC), increasing textile diversion and developing local reuse and recycling solutions. Kelly also chairs a task force for a Canadian circular fashion standard and produces the annual WEAR conference.

Recognized as a Canadian environmental leader with the 2017 Clean 50 Award, Kelly is a sought-after consultant. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

At UNFCCC COP25 on December 4, 2019, C2G and leading experts urged immediate action to address governance gaps in CO2 removal. C2G Executive Director Janos Pasztor specifically highlighted the challenges of large-scale CO2 removal.

For more information, visit c2g2.net/carbon-dioxide-removal/.

High-integrity carbon markets, crucial for climate action and development, face a trust deficit. MIGA's 35+ years of guarantees build trust. Join the launch of MIGA's new letter of authorization template, a WBG Guarantee Platform public good, standardizing host government commitments and securing insurability rights. Learn more: http://wrld.bg/LhvV50U3qbW @MIGAWorldBank

The World Bank Group is committed to a livable planet with clean energy, resilient communities, and stronger economies, ensuring climate action supports development. Join us live in Baku at the World Bank Group Pavilion during COP29, or online. http://wrld.bg/hk5E50U3qi5 #cop29. As a leading source of funding and knowledge, the World Bank promotes poverty reduction, shared prosperity, and sustainable development. http://www.worldbank.org