Stefano holds a Master’s degree in Natural Science, from Bologna University with honors. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. The 2020 Congress of the ILCN and the ELCN will build upon the momentum, conversations, collaborations, and relationships that have emerged within these two networks over the past several years. We share innovations and expertise in conservation finance from six continents, so that organizations large and small can catalyze, adapt, and replicate sustainable, long-term financing methods.Recent ILCN and external resources related to conservation finance.This global survey provides an overview of conservation finance and explores a range of different approaches from around the world. From April 22-24, 2020, in Barcelona, Spain, Join private, NGO, and community land conservationists from around the world at the International Land Conservation Network’s (ILCN) 2020 Global Congress, held in partnership with the First Congress of the European Land Conservation Network (ELCN)! By clicking the "Accept Cookies button" on this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, and Disclaimer. Peter is the co-founder of the Conservation Finance Network and the International Land Conservation Network. The Conservation Lands Network (CLN) is a regional conservation strategy for the San Francisco Bay Area, with a set of goals and science-based decisionmaking tools that support strategic investments in land protection and stewardship. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. In Madagascar, he helped the country plan and execute a tripling of the area under conservation, including establishing the Makira Natural Park 370,000 hectare protected area using REDD+ financing. Candice has a background in both law and commerce as well as experience in protected and conserved area policy and expansion, biodiversity finance, environmental law and policy-making on financial incentives and is regarded as a global expert her in field.Conservation Markets Manager, Trust for Nature (Australia)Marnie Lassen works for Trust for Nature, a private land conservation organisation in Victoria, Australia. Your patience and persistence, as well as the new paradigms you are exploring for cross-boundary, cross-sectoral conservation initiatives, are vitally important – and the emerging successes being highlighted by the ILCN are a source of inspiration for us all.”To receive our free newsletter offering information on innovations, events and publications, please sign up here. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website.

The International Land Conservation Network connects civic and private organizations and people, across boundaries and around the world, to accelerate the protection and strengthen the management of land and natural resources.Over the course of 2020, the International Land Conservation Network and the European Land Conservation Network will hold a series of webinars to bring together the global private and civic land conservation community to continue to share knowledge, build capacity, and advance our work during these challenging times.How COVID is Catalyzing New Approaches to Conservation Monitoring and Technology AdoptionPathways forward for the European Union's ambitious new plan for protecting 30% of land and sea by 2030. He holds a Doctorate in Biological Anthropology and Anatomy from Duke University and an MBA from the Yale School of Management.Innovative Finance Lead, Wilderness Foundation Africa (South Africa)Candice is a biodiversity finance expert and niche tax specialist who works at creating innovative finance solutions for landscape conservation. ILCN has a critical role to play in spreading the word and keeping us all energized with the possibilities of private land conservation in a difficult time. Section 37D allows a landowner who has declared a Nature Reserve to deduct the value of the land from their taxable income. The 2020 Congress of the ILCN and the ELCN will build upon the… It [is] a brilliant idea to link together private landowners with government agencies and NGOs who all share the goal of preserving the natural world. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. In 2012, he received the Kingsbury Browne Award from the Land Trust Alliance and the 2012-3 Kingsbury Browne Fellowship from the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy.

Stefano is familiar with scientific communication and interested in Ecotourism. If you see a photo that has not been properly credited please contact us at We are a network of natural site managers bringing together non-governmental as well as governmental organisations, and individuals committed to our vision. Prior to his career with LTC Partners and Lyme, Peter was Senior Vice President of the Trust for Public Land where he directed conservation real estate acquisitions in the Northeast and Midwest. He is also involved in a number of external groups developing carbon policy and impact investing approaches to conservation. As Program Director, Leigh has spearheaded the development of new trainings and workshops while building a network to enable interaction and exchange among practitioners.