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Tata Group Initiatives

23 November 2016
Tata Group is committed to embedding sustainability in its business strategies. The company subscribes to the philosophy of circular economy, applies the Natural Capital Protocol to assess and value the impact of natural capital on its operations, and supports green initiatives.

Green Bonds: Where are We? Where Next?

23 November 2016
Mobilization of capital markets is essential to facilitate and contribute to the financing of large-scale investments geared towards a 2°C world. In the case of HSBC, the proceeds of each green bond it issues are used to finance eligible businesses and projects that share its commitment to…

Green Technology and Business Innovation

23 November 2016
Consumer demand and purchasing power impacts whether or not niche green businesses and technologies become mainstream. This session features case studies and experiences that shed some light on how to move green businesses from niche to mainstream, and to see an economy where more businesses and…

Business Opportunities in Natural Capital

23 November 2016
Natural capital, defined as a stock of natural resources and ecosystems, is facing extreme threats throughout the world. Apart from stock loss, private sector participation in natural capital investment is limited in most countries. This session discusses current business trends in natural capital…

Green Bonds: Catalyzing Debt Financing

23 November 2016
Green bonds are debt-financing instruments aiming to connect private sector funding with projects that provide positive environmental benefits. This session examines how international discussions are shaping green bonds; reviews the measures and options to help scale up green bond investment in the…

Forest Stewardship Council: Promote Better Forests via the Power of Certifications and Labels

23 November 2016
By providing an internationally recognized global certification scheme, Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) ensures responsible management of the world’s forests. Learn about the two types of certification that allows FSC to maintain its system credibility through an unbroken supply chain.

Session Video - Eminent Speakers Forum - Protecting People and Profits

22 November 2016
United Nations Enviroment Programme Executive Director Erik Solheim discusses how to invest in natural capital and improve environmental management, while making profits and achieving lasting social, economic, and environmental progress.

Creating Enabling Policy and Regulatory Frameworks for Green Business

22 November 2016
Market failures prevent the development of business for environmental goods and services. Creating markets for these goods and services, through innovative policy and regulatory measures, is vital for green business development. This session discusses the role of enabling policy and regulatory…

Securing the Future of Green Business in Asia and the Pacific

22 November 2016
While there is no universal agreement for what constitutes the concept of green business, it is defined here as profit-oriented activities that support environmentally sustainable growth. Within this context, this opening plenary session reflects on the role of green business development in the…

Mobilizing Private Sector Finance

22 November 2016
Mobilizing the private sector for green finance still faces many challenges, some of which are largely unique to green projects. This plenary session examines the private sector financing opportunities and challenges in the context of green business development in the Asia and Pacific region, with…