Unlocking Investments in Global Land Restoration

Tuesday, 16 January, 2024, 09:30-11:00 CET

Half of global GDP depends on healthy land, yet degradation exacerbates climate, resource, and water risks. While commitments to restore 1 billion hectares exist, we seek to bridge this gap aiming for private sector-led restoration. This session will delve into the compelling economic and environmental case for private sector engagement in land restoration focusing on fostering collaboration between governments, leaders and experts from diverse sectors.

Moderated by Ibrahim Thiaw, Executive Secretary, United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD)

With

Tanja Havmann, Founder, Clarmondial AG, Switzerland

Swapan Mehra, WEF Young Global Leader, Chief Executive Officer, Iora Ecological Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Ellen Jackowski, Chief Sustainability Officer, Mastercard International , USA

Yazen Al Kodmani, Partner, 3Y Agtech and Deputy General Manager, Bio Farm, UAE

Ronald Hovsepian, President and CEO, Indigo, USA 

Puwe Puyanawa, Spiritual Leader of the Puyanawa Tribe, “Protectors of the Amazon”