By Natural Capital Forum
FEBRUARY 19, 2024 | Nature, Climate, and the Economy
Sustainable Financing for Marine Conservation – Recap of Knowledge Roundtable 2

The Centre for a Smart Future (CSF), in partnership with Blue Resources Trust (BRT), launched a Roundtable series in 2023 aimed at enhancing knowledge on sustainable and innovative financing for marine conservation, as part of a project funded by the Oceans5 consortium. The Knowledge Roundtables bring together stakeholders from relevant diverse disciplines and organisations to bridge the gaps in understanding and application, and the gaps between theoretical design and practical considerations. Read our Analytical Note Edition 2, from our second Knowledge Roundtable, which focuses on the imperative to develop bankable marine conservation plans, incorporating financial incentives and showcasing economic feasibility.

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
A New Project on Innovative Financing for Sustainable Marine Conservation in Sri Lanka
Ecological conservation sites in Sri Lanka can benefit from improved financial planning and management, requiring alignment between conservation and financing stakeholders. However, lack of knowledge on science-based conservation metrics limits attention to this area.
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Cover image of Analytical Note edition 1
FEBRUARY 19, 2024
Sustainable Financing for Marine Conservation – Recap of Knowledge Roundtable 1
From our work with BRT on sustainable financing for marine conservation, read our Analytical Note Edition 1, from our first Knowledge Roundtable. It covers the need for site specific considerations for financing tools, government buy-in, and the alignment of financial incentives with stakeholder perspectives.
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Financing Conservation: Six Mechanisms Sri Lanka Should Know About
Climate shocks and natural ecosystem losses pose development challenges, especially for developing countries like Sri Lanka. Economic crises and debt restructuring pressure these countries, highlighting the need for innovative financing solutions. This article explores six financial instruments and initiatives to inspire Sri Lanka's efforts.
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