From evidence to investment: What makes nature‑based solutions finance‑relevant?

Rather than presenting research in isolation, the session invites financial practitioners to critically reflect on findings from a practical perspective.

The panel discussion will explore:

• which elements are already useful and applicable in underwriting, lending, and investment decisions,
• where findings align or do not align with current market realities, and
• what is still needed to translate NbS‑related evidence into bankable, investable and scalable propositions.

The insights, data types, and approaches that truly matter for financial actors when assessing risk, return, and impact will lie at the core of the discussion. Participants will gain a concise overview of how NbS are beginning to enter financial decision‑making, alongside candid reflections from practitioners on data gaps, structural barriers, and enabling conditions. At the same time, the session provides a space to identify concrete next steps: from improved metrics and standards to clearer revenue models and risk frameworks, that could support broader uptake of NbS within the financial sector.