The purpose of this report is to share learning from the first 2 years of operating the UBS Climate Collective in Southeast Asia. The Collective is currently composed of 9 high- impact organisations, supported by UBS Optimus Foundation and a select group of forward-looking philanthropists. The report is intended especially for philanthropists and impact investors who are supporting – or interested in supporting- climate action and blue carbon development.
The report provides:
- an overview of trends, opportunities and challenges related to the development of a blue carbon market in Southeast Asia;
- a review of innovations and good practices across the region;
- lessons learnt and a framework for action for philanthropists and impact investors interested in advancing blue carbon in Southeast Asia and beyond.
This report represents the collective effort by a team composed of Nicola Crosta, Elisa Sabbion, Franck Cachia and David Fullbrook. The report benefited from inputs and comments provided by Blue Ventures, CIFOR, GMT and UBS/UBS Optimus Foundation.
The final report was prepared for publication by Magdalena Dolna.