Exploring the rise of nature policy

Nature positive - the inside story

For our sixth episode, our host Julia Baker speaks with the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA)’s policy and engagement lead, Lesley Wilson.

Together, they discuss how policymaking for the protection and enhancement of nature and biodiversity has begun to shift, and where it might go next. They review the rapid progress made through policy mechanisms like the government’s 2023 environment targets and local nature recovery strategies, the publication of international standards like the Taskforce for Nature-related Disclosures guidance and the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, and the implementation of Biodiversity Net Gain in England.

Looking ahead, Lesley discusses with Julia how emerging international policy progress, like the Global Biodiversity Framework, are likely to shape the next generation of policymaking in the UK and globally.