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The report argues that while land restoration offers high economic returns—estimated at $7 to $30 for every dollar invested—it remains severely underfunded with an annual gap of approximately $300 billion. It identifies seven systemic barriers to investment, including the lack of market value for public benefits and long investment horizons. The authors recommend a cross-sectoral government approach, the use of carbon taxes to fund restoration, and the implementation of risk-mitigation tools like first-loss guarantees and tax credits to attract private capital. The document also provides a framework for economic valuation to make the full suite of ecosystem services visible to decision-makers.

The document outlines four critical barriers to the adoption of nature-based solutions (NbS) for climate adaptation: lack of awareness, policy and governance gaps, knowledge and capacity deficits, and financial challenges. It argues that NbS, also known as Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA), are underutilized despite their ability to reduce disaster risk and enhance resilience. To address these issues, WWF and partners are developing a global NbS platform to provide tailored technical assistance to governments, particularly in the Global South, to help them mainstream NbS into national strategies like NDCs and NAPs.

The document argues that Nature-based Solutions (NbS) are underutilized for climate change adaptation because policy makers and practitioners often perceive them only as biodiversity measures rather than critical tools for flood control, drought mitigation, and coastal protection. It identifies several barriers, including institutional silos, a lack of robust performance metrics, and the prioritization of familiar engineered solutions. To address these, the briefing recommends cross-sectoral communication, the use of participatory and inclusive approaches, and the integration of NbS into educational curricula. It highlights successful initiatives such as the Nature-based Solutions Initiative (NBSI) and specific projects in Grenada, Peru, and Sub-Saharan Africa as models for increasing awareness and mainstreaming NbS.

WWF US reviewed 151 NDCs from 179 countries to evaluate the integration of protected areas into national climate strategies. The analysis found that while 37% of countries explicitly mention protected areas, there is significant under-reporting of nature-based solutions, particularly regarding carbon sequestration and ecosystem-based adaptation. Developing nations generally demonstrated higher ambition than developed economies. The report provides five recommendations for Parties to enhance their NDCs, including setting measurable targets for area expansion and managing protected areas for future climate risks.

The report finds that illegal crab harvesting in Russia has significantly exceeded legal limits over the past decade, with imports to Japan, South Korea, and the U.S. often far surpassing official Russian harvest data. It details laundering techniques such as triangular trade and misdeclaration, and highlights the ecological risk of stock collapse in the Russian Far East. The document recommends multilateral cooperation among Russia, Japan, South Korea, and the U.S. to establish a harmonized traceability system.

The document examines various employee ownership models—Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs), worker cooperatives, and Perpetual Purpose Trusts (PPTs)—evaluating their capacity to support environmental sustainability and worker equity. It argues that PPTs are particularly effective for mission-driven companies because they allow trustees to prioritize non-financial goals and protect a company's purpose in perpetuity, unlike ESOPs which are constrained by fiduciary duties to maximize financial benefits. The paper highlights the potential for PPTs to facilitate sustainable succession for aging US farmers and cites examples like Patagonia and the Organically Grown Company to illustrate the model's application.

The report analyzes renewable energy adoption among the world's largest corporations, finding that 59% of the Fortune 100 and 63% of the Global 100 have set greenhouse gas (GHG) or renewable energy targets. Companies are driven by cost reduction, risk hedging, and consumer demand, utilizing a mix of Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs), Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), and on-site investments. Key barriers include the need for cost parity with fossil fuels, internal competition for capital, and inconsistent government policies. The report recommends that corporations set time-bound targets and that policymakers extend incentives like the U.S. Production Tax Credit (PTC) and authorize third-party PPAs to accelerate the transition.

The report finds that 48% of Fortune 500 companies have set climate or energy targets, with a notable increase in the smallest quintile of the index. Leading sectors include Consumer Staples, while the Energy sector significantly lags. The report highlights a shift toward science-based targets and 100% renewable energy commitments, noting that 190 companies reported $3.7 billion in annual cost savings from energy efficiency and renewable energy projects in 2016. It provides recommendations for companies, policymakers, investors, and the electricity sector to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy.

The document examines how roads, railways, and canals fragment Asian elephant habitats and increase mortality through vehicle and train collisions. It advocates for the 'mitigation hierarchy'—prioritizing avoidance over minimization and compensation—and details structural solutions such as underpasses, overpasses, and viaducts. The guide highlights specific case studies from India, China, Malaysia, Bhutan, and Bangladesh, while recommending the adoption of emerging detection technologies and standardized monitoring to ensure ecological connectivity.

India faces significant trade risks as 68% of its exports are sold to countries with net zero targets. The report highlights a critical 'carbon competitiveness' gap, particularly in professional and IT services, where India's embodied emissions are often over 10 times higher than its competitors due to a coal-heavy power grid. While India has made progress in renewable capacity, reaching 50% non-fossil installed capacity by 2025, it remains vulnerable to Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanisms (CBAMs) in the EU and UK. The report suggests that aligning industrial policy with clean energy and securing international concessional finance are vital for India to challenge China's manufacturing dominance and safeguard millions of export-related jobs.