The State of Finance for Nature (SFN) report tracks global finance flows toward nature-based solutions (NbS) and assesses the gap between current funding and the levels needed to meet climate, biodiversity, and degradation goals. For the first time, the report also estimates nature-negative finance flows from both public and private sectors, totaling almost US$7 trillion annually. These flows, particularly the US$5 trillion from private sources, greatly overshadow the US$200 billion currently invested in NbS, which is far below what is needed by 2030. Despite increased commitments, the report highlights the need to shift both public and private financial activities from nature-harming to nature-supporting investments to effectively tackle environmental challenges.
Key messages
- Nature-Negative Finance: US$7 trillion annually, with US$5 trillion from private sources.
- Public Sector: Harmful subsidies at US$1.7 trillion, countering NbS.
- NbS Funding Gap: Only US$200 billion, far short of 2030 goals.
- Investment Potential: Strong returns in sustainable land management and restoration.
- Urgent Realignment: Redirect harmful finance to support NbS.
- Action Needed: Governments must shift policies; businesses must adopt sustainable practices.
