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“The financial markets have a fundamental
role to play in the transition to a more
sustainable blue economy. Investors
and backers must consider the environmental
and climate risks that can impact their
investments and decisions.”
Jens Frølich Holte, State Secretary
for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Norway
“In addition to Colombia’s many commitments to combat
climate change, the financial sector must now invest
sustainably in natural capital. On top of the positive impacts
for biodiversity, these investments can
counter major economic risks: as most economic sectors
widely depend on biodiversity and the many services
provided by ecosystems.”
Carlos Eduardo Correa, Minister of Environment
and Sustainable Development, Colombia
