Renata Amaral

I'm excited to share our article, "Uncovering REDD Plus in Brazil" which has just been published in the journal Sustainability. This article provides a critical analysis of REDD projects in Brazil, highlighting both the challenges and opportunities associated with this important initiative. We explore the current state of REDD implementation in the country, examining the key factors that have contributed to its progress and the obstacles that remain. Additionally, we discuss potential future directions for REDD in Brazil, suggesting strategies to overcome current limitations and maximize the positive impacts of the program. We hope this reflection can contribute to a more nuanced understanding of REDD projects in Brazil, leading to more effective implementation and greater environmental benefits. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dgf6KCuu #REDD #Brazil #Sustainability #ClimateChange #Forests #Environment

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International Banks - Sustainability Forum This week I achieved one of my professional milestones: not only I was invited to a sustainability forum hosted by international banks operating in Brazil, but I was among the speakers - the 1st Sustainability Forum from ABBI. Definetely, environmental and climate matters must be in banks' risk and strategy agendas! Panel 1 was a real lesson with Luiz Awazu focusing on developments since the Green Sawn report from Bank for International Settlements – BIS was published, while Kathleen Krause educated us on the ESG regulation from Banco Central do Brasil and its updates, enlightened by the moderation of Fernanda Kantor. Panel 2 was a tour on experts' views, with Sandra Martins (Management Solutions) focusing on positive impacts from sustainable finance on a social and environmental perspective, while Fabio Coimbra, PhD (PwC Brasil) focusing on governance and resilience and I (EY) focusing on climate governance and the role of the carbon market, guided by the moderation of Vanessa Gomes who enriched our discussions with actions in place from Standard Chartered. Panel 3 was absolutely amazing with concrete experiences and views from the international banks brought by their ESG/sustainability leaders: Ariane Pevide (MUFG), Marilyn Ceci (J.P. Morgan), Dolph Habeck (Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation – SMBC Group) and Anjuli Pandit (HSBC), guided by the moderation of Vanessa Zequi (Banco Toyota do Brasil). Panel 4 fulfilled one of my professional wish list items: we had Sylvia Brasil Coutinho (UBS), Marcelo Marangon (Citi) and Fabiana Alves (Rabobank Brasil)- 3 CEOs (!!!) - discussing the tone of the top, challenges and concrete examples of positive impacts derived from sustainable finance, with brilliant moderation from Betina Ferraz (UBS BB). With the Association of International Banks in Brazil (ABBI) positioning itself as a relevant player to support Brazil in its transition to low carbon, bio and circular economy, this was the perfect kick off. From now on, there will be much work to be done. Mission accomplished! #sustainabledevelopment #sustainabilitymatters #sustainablefinance #sustainableinvesting #sustainabilityreporting #sustainablefuture #lowcarboneconomy #sustainabledevelopmentgoals #bioeconomy #sustainableeconomy #sustainability #circulareconomy #climaterisk #climatechange #climateadaptation #climatefinance #climatechangemitigation #climateaction #climate #climateemergency #climatesolutions #climatetech #climategoals #climatechangeadaptation #climatemitigation #sustainablefinance Matthew Bell Velislava Ivanova Charles Bunce Ruth Guevara Claudio Camargo Leonardo Dutra Mariana Faria Bruno Lopes Daniele Miranda دانييلي ميراندا

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Kudos to Green Customs, a study by the PEN-CP team! A timely study exploring how customs administrations can drive sustainability through innovative approaches. I'm especially proud of Chapter 5, which highlights Brazil's innovative recycling practices for seized goods. It showcases how Foz do Iguaçu - one of the most stunning land borders in the world - has implemented advanced recycling processes, transforming seized cigarettes, lighters, and alcoholic beverages into usable materials. Congratulations to all authors, particularly to Cristiano Morini and the wonderful Customs Foz do Iguaçu Green Team, led by Hipólito Kaplan! Lastly, Juha Hintsa will be deeply missed by the entire customs community. His contributions, like this study, will not be forgotten. #GlobalTrade #GreenCustoms #greentrade #SustainabilityInCustoms #TradeFacilitation #CustomsInnovation #EnvironmentalProtection #FozDoIguaçu #SustainableTrade #Aduanas #Customs #WCO #OMA #CBRA #ReceitaFederal #COP28

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🔔 Launch of Brazil's National Bioeconomy Strategy On June 5, 2024, Decree No. 12,044 was published, establishing the National Bioeconomy Strategy. This strategy aims to promote a sustainable economic development model that integrates the conservation and regeneration of biodiversity with the valorization of scientific and traditional knowledge. The decree sets a 30-day deadline for the establishment of the National Bioeconomy Commission, which will be responsible for developing the National Bioeconomy Development Plan. This commission will be formed by a joint act of the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, the Ministry of Development, Industry, Commerce and Services, and the Ministry of Finance. The objectives of the National Bioeconomy Development Plan include defining the necessary resources, actions, responsibilities, goals, and indicators for bioeconomy development, aligning with sectoral policies such as environmental protection, industrial development, science and technology, agriculture, food security, biodiversity, and regional development. It also encompasses thematic areas like financial, normative, and regulatory instruments, data and information management, sustainable infrastructure, and professional and technological education. The plan will be developed within sixty days (60) from the establishment of the National Bioeconomy Commission and aims to foster sustainable and innovative development, benefiting both the environment and the Brazilian economy. This decree represents a significant step towards positioning Brazil as a leader in bioeconomy, promoting sustainability, innovation, and social inclusion. #Bioeconomy #Sustainability #Legislation #Innovation #Environment

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Financing Conservation of Tropical Forests At COP28 the Brazilian Government announced a multibillion-dollar global fund to financially reward countries for the conservation of tropical forests, which would not only reduce GHG emissions but also support halting biodiversity loss. I had the chance to join an in person meeting with the Ministry of the Environment, kindly organized by Juliana Lopes, from Conselho Empresarial Brasileiro para o Desenvolvimento Sustentável (Cebds) - the Brazilian branch of WBCSD, to discuss main directives of the fund at that time on a very high level yet. Recently, its refined proposal was presented to international authorities who were in Rio de Janeiro for a G20 finance ministers meeting, as Reset informs in the article below. Relevant points that were raised during the COP meeting especially regarding its funding mechanism and investments (in green, blue and sustainable bonds from developing countries, besides traditional sovereign debt of developing nations and high-yield bonds from developed countries) are now detailed. Initiatives to attract capital to conservation are always super welcome. However, I remain concerned about how this fund will harmonize with carbon credit projects - and not compete with them. Once funds are available, in my view, areas that are encompassed by its conservation activities would not be elegible for carbon credit projects, as they would lack additionality. I look forward to learning from financial experts' reviews about the market feasibility of its proposed funding/remuneration mechanism, besides studying about the real non-competition from the fund with carbon credit projects. Thanks Vanessa Adachi for always keeping us updated on sustainable finance in Brazil! Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/dX_zmTfE

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