For many countries, debt burdens and lack of access to international capital are enormous hurdles to meeting their ambitious biodiversity and climate goals.

With the latest launch of The Nature Conservancy's latest project in Ecuador late last year, the global conservation organisation now has six nature bond projects in implementation, and that’s expected to unlock approximately US$1 billion for conservation.

On this episode of Eco Money, Melissa Garvey, Global Director for Nature Bonds at The Nature Conservancy shares her insights on how funds for conservation & climate action unlocked through nature bonds.

Presented by: Audrey Siek
Produced by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)
Photo credits: The Nature Conservancy

For many countries, debt burdens and lack of access to international capital are enormous hurdles to meeting their ambitious biodiversity and climate goals.
With the latest launch of The Nature Conservancy's latest project in Ecuador late last year, the global conservation organisation now has six nature bond projects in implementation, and that&rsquo;s expected to unlock approximately US$1 billion for conservation.
On this episode of Eco Money, Melissa Garvey, Global Director for Nature Bonds at The Nature Conservancy shares her insights on how funds for conservation &amp; climate action unlocked through nature bonds.
Presented by: Audrey Siek Produced by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo credits: The Nature Conservancy

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Start your day with the stories shaping Singapore &mdash; and your place in it.
Join Neil Humphreys and Audrey Siek as they cover the biggest headlines, trending topics, and everyday conversations, unpacked through fresh perspectives, expert insights, and engaging discussion. From current affairs and social issues to lifestyle trends and community voices, each segment offers a different lens on what&rsquo;s happening &mdash; and what&rsquo;s worth your attention.
And it&rsquo;s not just talk &mdash; it&rsquo;s your voice. Through polls, messages, and live call-ins, listeners are part of the conversation, sharing their views and shaping the discussion in real time. With a mix of clarity, curiosity, and personality, Let&rsquo;s Talk, Singapore keeps you informed, connected, and ready for the day ahead.

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Eco Money looks at the performance of ESG funds, listing regulations, global regulations for funds and corporates, as well as loans, bonds etc.

Eco Money looks at the performance of ESG funds, listing regulations, global regulations for funds and corporates, as well as loans, bonds etc.

Eco Money

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore’s first and only Business and Personal Finance station. MONEY FM is a 24-hour English talk format station featuring local and international business and financial news. We provide you with financial market and currency updates and insights from analysts, economists, policy makers, industry experts and business owners.

In the lighter hours, listen to discussions on social issues and features on topics that include health, education, arts and music.

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore&rsquo;s first and only Business and Personal Finance station. MONEY FM is a 24-hour English talk format station featuring local and international business and financial news. We provide you with financial market and currency updates and insights from analysts, economists, policy makers, industry experts and business owners.
In the lighter hours, listen to discussions on social issues and features on topics that include health, education, arts and music.

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore’s first and only Business and Personal Finance station.

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Eco Money: How are funds for conservation & climate action unlocked through nature bonds? Are the returns worth it?

Salads that cost more than chicken rice, smoothies pushing double digits, and “healthy” snacks that somehow feel luxury-priced - trying to eat well in Singapore can sometimes feel painfully expensive.

 But are Singaporeans really being overcharged for healthy food, or does eating clean naturally come with a higher price tag? From hawker centres to cafes and supermarkets, we unpack whether healthy eating here is becoming more of a lifestyle trend than an affordable everyday choice.

Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek — LIVE every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 8am for Singapore Unfiltered.

Salads that cost more than chicken rice, smoothies pushing double digits, and &ldquo;healthy&rdquo; snacks that somehow feel luxury-priced - trying to eat well in Singapore can sometimes feel painfully expensive.
&nbsp;But are Singaporeans really being overcharged for healthy food, or does eating clean naturally come with a higher price tag? From hawker centres to cafes and supermarkets, we unpack whether healthy eating here is becoming more of a lifestyle trend than an affordable everyday choice.
Join Neil Humphreys &amp; Audrey Siek &mdash; LIVE every Monday, Wednesday &amp; Friday at 8am for Singapore Unfiltered.

Singapore Unfiltered: Why is eating healthy in Singapore so expensive?

From construction sites to cleaning services, migrant workers are deeply woven into everyday life in Singapore. Yet many remain socially invisible.

Featuring Alex Au, Vice President of Transient Workers Count Too (TWC2), Let’s Talk, Singapore explores dignity, empathy, public perception and the human stories behind Singapore’s progress.

Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek - LIVE every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 7.20am for Talk of the Town!

From construction sites to cleaning services, migrant workers are deeply woven into everyday life in Singapore. Yet many remain socially invisible.
Featuring&nbsp;Alex Au, Vice President of Transient Workers Count Too (TWC2), Let&rsquo;s Talk, Singapore explores dignity, empathy, public perception and the human stories behind Singapore&rsquo;s progress.
Join Neil Humphreys &amp; Audrey Siek - LIVE every Monday, Wednesday &amp; Friday at 7.20am for Talk of the Town!

Talk of the Town: What does Singapore owe its migrant workers? 

Tottenham survive by the skin of their teeth, while West Ham are relegated. We recap the final day mayhem in the English Premier League - and look back on the highs and lows of the season.

Join Neil Humphreys & Zia-ul Raushan - LIVE every weekday at 6.50am for The Final Score only on Let's Talk Singapore | Weekdays 6-10am

Tottenham survive by the skin of their teeth, while West Ham are relegated. We recap the final day mayhem in the English Premier League - and look back on the highs and lows of the season.
Join Neil Humphreys &amp; Zia-ul Raushan - LIVE every weekday at 6.50am for The Final Score only on Let's Talk Singapore | Weekdays 6-10am

Eco Money: How are funds for conservation & climate action unlocked through nature bonds? Are the returns worth it?

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