Financing nature where markets have failed to look.
The Challenge
Half of global GDP is at risk of disruption from nature loss (World Economic Forum, 2020). Private finance for nature reached over $102 billion in 2024 (UNEP FI) but the annual biodiversity finance gap is $700 billion (Kunming-Montreal GBF).
620+ organisations representing $20T AUM have committed to TNFD reporting (TNFD, 2025). BwB was the implementing partner in 7 sector-specific TNFD pilots with 35 financial institutions giving us unmatched practical expertise in this space.
Our Approach
Comprehensive assessment of the status of NBS markets as demonstrated through our collaboration with the European Investment Bank. Analyse financial instruments currently used and identify gaps.
Design the appropriate instrument for each NBS context liquidity facilities, debt instruments, securitisation, de-risking mechanisms including guarantees and insurance interventions.
Leverage public sector finance to catalyse private sector participation including corporate partnerships, utility co-investment, and innovative financial partnerships.
Financial Instruments
Dedicated bond frameworks for nature-based solution projects aligned with ICMA Green Bond Principles and TNFD disclosure requirements.
↳ Financial Advisory
Multi-tranche blended structures using grant and concessional capital to de-risk private investment in NBS projects across ecosystems.
↳ Investment Banking
Sovereign debt restructuring in exchange for binding commitments to biodiversity conservation spending reducing debt while protecting nature.
↳ Investment Banking
Payment for Ecosystem Services structures and biodiversity credit frameworks enabling landowners and governments to monetise conservation outcomes.
↳ Financial Advisory
Collaborated with the European Investment Bank to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the status of the EU's nature-based solutions market. Analysis led to a series of recommendations for European financial institutions spanning debt instruments, liquidity facilities, de-risking mechanisms, and innovative financial partnerships.
Talk to our Biodiversity & NBS Finance specialists. BwB led TNFD pilots with 35 financial institutions.