Can biodiversity credits alter the landscape for nature conservation? - I by IMD

IMD Senior Researcher Adrian Dellecker is joined in the latest IMD podcast by Mariana Sarmiento, Founder and CEO of Terrasos, a company developing innovative solutions for environmental conservation and restoration. In this episode, you will learn about the business opportunities in the new market for voluntary biodiversity credits and more.

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Mariana Sarmiento

Founder and CEO of Terrasos

Mariana Sarmiento is the Founder and CEO of Terrasos, a company dedicated to revolutionizing sustainable urban development through innovative technologies and eco-friendly solutions. With a passion for environmental sustainability and urban planning, Mariana has led Terrasos to become a key player in the green building sector, focusing on creating smart, energy-efficient spaces that promote long-term environmental stewardship.

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Adrian Dellecker

Adrian Dellecker

Senior Researcher and Writer at IMD

Adrian Dellecker is a political scientist, environmental advocacy expert and innovator. He previously worked as Head of Strategy and Development at the Luc Hoffmann Institute, and has driven and managed a large number of innovative projects and ventures for environmental conservation. He is passionate about helping conservation generate new revenue streams and new audiences to help reverse current trends, and build a future for his and all the world’s children to thrive on a healthy planet. Before joining the Luc Hoffmann Institute, Dellecker was Head of Policy and Advocacy in WWF International’s Global and Regional Policy Unit from 2008 to 2016.

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