THE NATURE FOR LIFE HUB 2024
Reimagining Our Future
THE NATURE FOR LIFE HUB 2024
Reimagining Our Future
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The Nature for Life Hub is a leading virtual event and global communications campaign hosted annually by the United Nations Development Programme and its partners. Together we work to put nature at the heart of sustainable development by convening world leaders, businesses, NGOs, Indigenous Peoples, youth leaders and activists to take ambitious action on nature.
This year, we're calling on all of you – our incredible network of changemakers – to reimagine the future with us!
Nature for Life Hub 2024 themes
30 September: Nature revolution: Shifting gears in policy and practice
This theme focuses on revising policies and implementing impactful actions at the governmental and local levels. Imagine a revolution in the way we manage our environment - a complete overhaul of existing approaches to ensure nature thrives alongside society. Day 1 will explore how we can shift gears to make this revolution a reality.
1 October: Rewriting the rules: Investing in a nature-positive economy
This theme focuses on transforming economic models to incentivize sustainable practices and reframe economic growth. Imagine a world where the value we place on nature is reflected in how we do business. Day 2 will explore how we can rewrite the rules of the game, making investment in a nature-positive economy the new standard.
2 October: Restoring balance: Reimagining our relationship with nature
This theme explores ways to foster a deeper connection and respect for the natural world. Imagine a future where we view ourselves as stewards of nature, not just consumers of its resources. Day 3 will dive into how we can reimagine our relationship with nature, fostering a sense of shared responsibility for its well-being.
3 October: Equator Prize award ceremony
On this day, the prestigious Equator Prize Award Ceremony will celebrate 11 exceptional nature-based solutions spearheaded by Indigenous Peoples and local communities from around the globe. Under the theme of ‘Nature for Climate Action,’ the Award Ceremony will feature winners in the categories of Nature for Climate Mitigation, Nature for a Just Transition, and Nature for Climate Adaptation and Resilience.
Nature for Life Hub 2024 themes
30 September: Nature revolution: Shifting gears in policy and practice
This theme focuses on revising policies and implementing impactful actions at the governmental and local levels. Imagine a revolution in the way we manage our environment - a complete overhaul of existing approaches to ensure nature thrives alongside society. Day 1 will explore how we can shift gears to make this revolution a reality.
1 October: Rewriting the rules: Investing in a nature-positive economy
This theme focuses on transforming economic models to incentivize sustainable practices and reframe economic growth. Imagine a world where the value we place on nature is reflected in how we do business. Day 2 will explore how we can rewrite the rules of the game, making investment in a nature-positive economy the new standard.
2 October: Restoring balance: Reimagining our relationship with nature
This theme explores ways to foster a deeper connection and respect for the natural world. Imagine a future where we view ourselves as stewards of nature, not just consumers of its resources. Day 3 will dive into how we can reimagine our relationship with nature, fostering a sense of shared responsibility for its well-being.
3 October: Equator Prize award ceremony
On this day, the prestigious Equator Prize Award Ceremony will celebrate 11 exceptional nature-based solutions spearheaded by Indigenous Peoples and local communities from around the globe. Under the theme of ‘Nature for Climate Action,’ the Award Ceremony will feature winners in the categories of Nature for Climate Mitigation, Nature for a Just Transition, and Nature for Climate Adaptation and Resilience.
Featured speakers
Razan Al Mubarak
UN Climate Change High Level Champion for COP28 and IUCN President
Alasdair Allan
Minister for Climate Action - Government of Scotland
Daniel Alvarez
Head of Biodiversity Policy and Planning Department - Ministry of the Environment of Chile
Jamal Annagylyjova
Forest Biodiversity and Ecosystem Restoration Officer - Convention on Biological Diversity
Odile Conchou
Deputy Director - High Ambition Coalition for Nature and People
Gisele Didier
Director of Knowledge Management - Humboldt Institute (Government of Colombia)
Andrea Meza
Deputy Executive Secretary - United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification
Diego Ochoa
Programme Management Advisor - United Nations Development Programme
Reina Otsuka
Digital Innovation Lead for Nature, Climate and Energy - United Nations Development Programme
Enrique Paniagua
Policy Expert - United Nations Development Programme
Midori Paxton
Director of Nature Hub, Bureau for Policy and Programme Support - United Nations Development Programme
Constanza Troppa
Manager of Ecosystem Conservation and Climate Change - National Forestry Corporation
Rita Zaghloul
Director - High Ambition Coalition for Nature and People
Alonso Córdova
Forestry and Indigenous Affairs Specialist - World Wildlife Fund
Nina Kantcheva
Senior Policy Adviser on Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities Engagement - United Nations Development Programme
Alessandra Melis
Senior Manager – Lead, Standards and Regulatory Engagement - The TNFD Secretariat
Raymond Ohene Ofori
Deputy Director of the Environment Directorate - Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation of Ghana
Diego Olarte
National Sustainable Development Specialist - United Nations Development Programme in Colombia
Mrinalini Rai
Founder and Director - Women4Biodiversity
Omar Shaikh
Managing Director - Global Ethical Finance Initiative
Gina Torres
Manager - Economic Studies and Statistics, Central Bank, Ecuador
James Vause
Lead Economist - United Nations Environment Programme World Conservation Monitoring Centre
Alexander White
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Government of the United Kingdom
Andrew Bovarnick
Global Head of Food and Agricultural Commodity Systems - United Nations Development Programme
Susan Hu
Nature Action Agenda Lead - World Economic Forum
David Jensen
Coordinator of the Digital Transformation Task Force - United Nations Environment Programme
Naabia Ofosu-Amaah
Senior Corporate Engagement Advisor, Water and Resilience - The Nature Conservancy
Cate Owren
Senior Advisor on Gender Equality - United Nations Development Programme
Carmen Torres
Sustainable Food Systems Expert - United Nations Environment Programme
Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim
Chair - UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues
Francisco Vera Manzanares
Human Rights Defender and Climate Activist
Ida Elisabeth Hellmark
Senior Adviser - Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (NORAD)
Featured artists
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Arandu Arakuaa
Brazilian folk metal band
Raven Bright
Indigenous contemporary artist
Maya Garnier
Musician
Dobet Gnahore Dodogna
Singer, dancer, percussionist, songwriter
Sarah Kraning
Abstract artist
Benjamin Mirin
Ethno-ornithologist, acoustic biologist
Madelyn Monaghan
Singer, actress, writer, international recording artist
Snow Raven
Indigenous Sakha artist
Sounds of the Ocean
Immersive experience
George The Poet
Spoken word performer
Djuena Tikuna
Indigenous singer, journalist, producer, activist
Maf É Tulà
Musical artist
Orlando Villarraga
Poet, musician, visual artist
AY Young
Producer, singer, songwriter, entrepreneur
Agenda
Explore the event agenda to discover a lineup of engaging sessions, performances, and discussions. Find inspiration to make a positive impact for nature. Don't miss a moment of this exciting journey!
| 9:00 am* | HUB OPENING Artist: Dobet Gnahore Dodogna |
| BIODIVERSITY | |
|---|---|
| 9:05 am | Introduction to the Global Biodiversity Framework |
| 9:09 am | Introduction to National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans |
| 9:13 am | Introduction to the High Ambition Coalition for Nature and People Speaker: Rita Zaghloul, High Ambition Coalition for Nature and People |
| 9:17 am | Mainstreaming Biodiversity into Policy in Scotland Speaker: Alasdair Allan, Government of Scotland |
| 9:23 am | Dialogue: Elevating Ambition on Nature Speakers: Odile Conchou, High Ambition Coalition; Diego Ochoa, NBSAP Accelerator Partnership |
| 9:38 am | Performance Sounds of the Ocean |
| CLIMATE | |
| 9:41 am | Introduction to Nature for Climate |
| 9:44 am | Introduction to Nationally Determined Contributions |
| 9:47 am | Introduction to Nature-Based Solutions |
| 9:50 am | Nature-Positive Initiative |
| 9:52 am | Case study Nature-Based Solutions in Kenya |
| 9:56 am | Dialogue: Nature-Based Solutions for Climate Speaker: Gisele Didier, Humboldt Institute |
| 10:01 am | Performance Artist: AY Young |
| LAND | |
| 10:04 am | Case Study Mongolia: Life in a Changing World |
| 10:09 am | Introduction to Land Degradation and Land Degradation Neutrality Targets |
| 10:11 am | Dialogue: Using Science to Link Rio Conventions for Restoring Hope Speakers: Andrea Meza, UNCCD; Jamal Annagylyjova, SCBD; Enrique Paniagua, UNDP; Constanza Tropa, CONAF; Daniel Alvarez, Environment Ministry of Chile |
| 10:29 am | Performance Artist: Raven Bright |
| 10:34 am | Technology for Conservation Presentations: “Map of Hope,” Plangea, SEPAL, X-Prize |
| 10:47 am | Dialogue: Scaling Up Data and Land Conservation Speaker: Reina Otsuka, UNDP |
| 10:54 am | Performance Artist: Benjamin Mirin |
* All times listed in the agenda are in Eastern Time (ET)/New York.
Partners and collaborators
Partners and collaborators
What people say
"At the Nature for Life Hub in 2020, we previewed, for the first time, new technology to create land cover maps using AI and deep learning. This novel AI-powered remote sensing technology, “Dynamic World,” was produced in close partnership with the World Resources Institute. The Nature for Life Hub, in bringing together a diverse set of stakeholders working together to take ambitious actions to protect, manage and restore nature, are exactly whom we hoped to mobilize with this innovative dataset, which has since been cited hundreds of times in journal papers. Conserving nature and protecting biodiversity are going to need all of us working together and deploying state of the art technologies, and there’s no time to waste."
Rebecca Moore
Director, Google Earth and Earth Engine
"WWF has been an active partner engaging with the Nature for Life Hub for the past years. The Nature for Life Hub is one of the platforms that have contributed to elevating nature agenda to the highest level and widest outreach. At the times that humanity faces triple planetary crises: climate change, pollution and biodiversity loss, collective efforts from all sectors, all actors, and all walks of society are needed. The Nature for Life Hub plays a critical role in building convergencies and bridging gaps in our collective efforts to address nature loss while seeking sustainable development."
Dr. Lin Li
Senior Director, Global Policy and Advocacy, World Wildlife Fund
"The 2022 Nature for Life Hub was eye-opening! It helped me understand better how our usual ways of growing the economy aren't good for nature. The sessions pushed us to measure success differently, respecting our planet's limits while ensuring everyone's well-being."
Gabriel Jaramillo
Regional Technical Specialist for Ecosystems and Biodiversity, UNDP
