BNP Paribas sees itself as ‘the bank for a changing world’. Biodiversity is one of the most pressing issues facing that ‘changing world’. At a time when biodiversity loss is one of the greatest challenges of our generation, collaboration is essential. BNP Paribas shares our conviction that biodiversity is not an afterthought, but a fundamental prerequisite for a liveable future. Combining the strengths of Naturalis and BNP Paribas creates a platform for collaboration between science, data, education, finance and business to accelerate the protection and regeneration of biodiversity.
A partnershipdriven by ambition and focus
This multi-year partnership centred on four pillars:
- Research, monitoring & data: expanding knowledge of biodiversity.
- Education & awareness: making this knowledge accessible and raising awareness of the importance of biodiversity within the business community.
- Financial innovation: accelerating the development of tools that can ensure more capital is channelled towards the protection and restoration of biodiversity.
- ‘Science-based metrics’: developing and making available measurement tools that help companies and financial institutions embed biodiversity into their strategy and decision-making.
This is yielding excellent results. For example, BNP Paribas is facilitating in-depth discussions on biodiversity with its (institutional) clients and scientists from Naturalis, with the aim of developing a biodiversity strategy.
Another example of the impact of this partnership is the expert forums that take place several times a year. During these sessions, current topics are discussed, such as the insights from COP16 and the establishment of a scientific advisory board for asset management funds. These meetings encourage knowledge-sharing, connect sectors and firmly place biodiversity on the agenda.
The CubeHouseBiodiversiteit at the Zuidas
Naturalis has set up a permanent exhibition at ‘The CubeHouse’, the new headquarters of our strategic partner BNP Paribas, in Amsterdam’s Zuidas business district. Through this exhibition, we are bringing the story of biodiversity closer to the business community.
The powerof connection
This partnership brings together the worlds of science and financial services with a shared goal: to transform biodiversity from an urgent issue into concrete actions.
Whilst Naturalis contributes in-depth scientific knowledge and data, BNP Paribas opens doors to businesses, markets and decision-makers. This combination of cross-sector expertise, a strong network and a shared commitment to driving change is what makes this partnership so powerful.
For Naturalis, this partnership provides valuable access to the business world: the place where key sustainability decisions are made. It gives us the opportunity to apply our knowledge and tools in real decision-making processes, to test them in practice and to ensure that science has a tangible impact.
Getin touch
If you are interested in a partnership with Naturalis Biodiversity Center and this form of collaboration is a good fit for your organisation, please contact Bouchra Filali.
Partnership Manager
bouchra.filali@naturalis.mom
+31 6 44860733
