Enhancing Environmental Sustainability through Inclusive, Integrated Solutions – Nature Solutions Finance Hub

Project Description

Launched at COP28, the Nature Solutions Finance Hub (NSFH) is part of the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) regional strategy to scale up Nature-based Solutions (NbS) for climate resilience and biodiversity conservation. The Hub mobilizes public and private finance through demonstration projects and innovative financing mechanisms, aiming to catalyze at least $5 billion in NbS investments—15% from the private sector. NSFH operates under a shared strategy with partners and provides technical assistance for policy reform, institutional strengthening, and capacity building in participating countries.

client:
Asian Development Bank (ADB)
LOCATION:
Philippines,Thailand,Vietnam
TIME:
July 2024
to March 2025

TAGS

Biodiversity, Climate Change, Environmental Economics, Project description
Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam
Completed Project

Objectives, Activities and Results ICEM played a key role in operationalizing the NSFH by developing an NbS and biodiversity framework and setting eligibility criteria for project financing. The team conducted enabling environment assessments in target countries to identify necessary policy reforms. ICEM also contributed to building a pipeline of viable NbS projects through collaboration with ADB sector teams and partners, offering technical support and quality assurance to align projects with sustainability standards. Additionally, ICEM supported the establishment of the Hub’s governance structure, provided fund management support, and delivered communication and knowledge products to elevate ADB’s engagement in NbS financing across Asia and the Pacific.

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