Sixth session of the United Nations Environment Assembly 2024

On February 28, 2024, entrepreneurs from around the globe convened at the sixth session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-6) in Nairobi, Kenya, under the banner of the Business and Industry Major Group (BIMG). Joining forces with representatives from various divisions of the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP), including the Early Warning and Assessment Division, Climate Change Division, Ecosystems Division, and Industry and Economy Division, the BIMG engaged in a dynamic panel discussion advocating for biodiversity conservation. The event served as a platform to underscore the crucial significance of knowledge exchange, sustainable development, and biodiversity preservation across these sectors. Among the distinguished speakers was Song Zhao, CEO of SEE US and President of Melius Advisory, who shared her profound insights on raising public awareness regarding biodiversity and sustainable development through the integration of art and technology. Drawing inspiration from the innovative ELEPOP project in New York, which utilizes art and technology to foster civic engagement and education on biodiversity, Zhao introduced a pioneering approach that harnesses the power of art and technology as educational tools and social media platforms as conduits to actively engage the public in learning about biodiversity and sustainability. The leaders and participants of the panel lauded the ingenuity of these initiatives, underscoring the imperative of fostering public awareness and promoting sustainable development. They proposed continued collaboration across sectors to advance biodiversity conservation and sustainable development efforts in the future.

Panel Discussion on Catalyzing Environmental Solutions

On September 24th, 2024, SEE US hosted a panel discussion on Entrepreneurship & Impact Investment, in collaboration with Columbia University Business School. The event was moderated by SEE US and featured leading business executives from Morgan Stanley, non-profit leaders, and fund managers. Over 50 professors, students, and non-profit representatives from Columbia University attended, sharing insights on how entrepreneurial solutions are driving investment innovation in the environmental protection sector. SEE US also showcased cutting-edge social investment strategies to empower non-profits focused on environmental impact.

Sustainable Finance Panel for Environmental Protection

On September 26th, 2024, SEE US hosted bilateral discussions with Goldman Sachs on global sustainable finance. Serving as the primary host, she engaged top business leaders, financial advisors, and sustainability experts in bilateral meetings aimed at driving transparency and fostering collaboration across the global sustainable finance market. These discussions bridged the gap between international entrepreneurs and financial advisors, helping them better understand emerging trends in sustainability and address the evolving needs of the market.

Green Partnership High-Level Convention

As a highlight of 2024 New York Climate Week, SEE US, organized and led a series of high-level engagements, curating thought leadership on key nature-related topics to guide the global narrative and provide platforms for exchanging ideas and exploring public-private partnerships while incubating new initiatives. One of the significant events was the Green Partnership High-level Convention. The convention facilitated discussions on best practices for biodiversity preservation, the role of business engagement in advancing sustainability goals, and the importance of policy frameworks that support international collaboration. More than 100 leaders, including UN officials, philanthropists, business executives, and international representatives, gathered to join the convention.

The Convention brought in support, recognition, and collaboration with the World Economic Forum’s GAEA (Giving to Amplify Earth Action) Initiative and the Foundation 20 Platform (G20 initiative). SEE US attracted esteemed participants to join the collaboration and discussions, such as Mr. Amandeep Singh Gill, Secretary-General’s Envoy on Technology at the United Nations; Ms. Eileen Rockefeller, Co-Founder and President of the Growald Climate Fund; Ms. Ligia Noronha, UN Assistant Secretary-General and Head of UNEP’s New York Office; Mr. Joe Walston, Executive Vice President of the World Conservation Society (WCS); and Mr. Manuel Pulgar-Vidal, Global Leader of Climate & Energy at WWF. This convention, further elevating the agenda of a nature-positive economy, showcased ambition and leadership, and encouraged all private and public participants and countries to start or accelerate their actions.