Nature-based Solutions for Water: practical strategies and lessons from the private sector

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11/10/2025
14:00 - 16:00
Conference Hall B: Session Room 9 , Onsite
Session with interpretation

Why attend

This session will explore how businesses can effectively implement NbS for water regeneration, treatment, and recycling. Through interactive discussions with corporate leaders and biodiversity experts, participants will gain practical insights into impact measurement, governance and integrating NbS across various national contexts. Sign up for this session

Session Description

The private sector plays a crucial role in scaling up NbS to address climate adaptation and biodiversity challenges. This interactive workshop will provide a deep dive into key issues such as leveraging NbS for businesses, understanding the net gain approach, and adapting NbS governance models for private sector. Participants will engage in carousel-style group discussions with experts from the IUCN and the WBCSD, exchanging experiences from different international contexts. Moreover, industry leaders from Veolia, and Nestlé Waters will share insights on overcoming barriers and maximizing opportunities. This session is a must-attend for businesses looking to drive impactful and measurable biodiversity and water actions through NbS.
Organised by
Comité national de l'UICN, France logo
Comité national de l'UICN, France
Partners
World Business Council for Sustainable Development ( Switzerland ) logo
World Business Council for Sustainable Development ( Switzerland )
Headquarters logo
Headquarters
Nestlé Waters
Veolia logo
Veolia

Speaker

Speaker Fabien KUFEL

Project officer Nature based Solutions, IUCN French Committee

Speaker Rym DEKAR

Multi-Faceted performance manager, VEOLIA Near Middle East

Speaker Nadine MCCORMICK

Senior manager - Nature Action, WBCSD

Speaker Eden SCHMITT

Business and Biodiversity Officer, IUCN French Committee

Speaker Maria Ana BORGES

Programme Officer, IUCN

Moderator

Speaker Eden SCHMITT

Business and Biodiversity Officer, IUCN French Committee

Speaker Isabel WALLNOEFER

Youth and Stewardship Officer, IUCN