Sustainability Series: Biodiversity loss and financial risk: Bloom or Bust?
The importance of biodiversity for finance, business and policy is being increasingly recognised. While many studies highlight the overall economic impact that biodiversity loss could have, it is much more difficult to quantify and understand the particular impact that is may have on individual businesses or communities. The management and measurement of these risks is a field where actuaries are well placed to contribute. This expert panel will explore the implications of biodiversity loss for our financial systems and wider society, as well as how the profession can help mitigate the risks it poses.