This blog is the first in a three-part series I'm writing for the @sabincenter.bsky.social and @ccsi-columbia.bsky.social on sustainable finance metrics that better evaluate corporate climate risk, opportunity, and impact, and make metrics more relevant to financial decision-making.

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For all resources on Advancing Land-based Investment Governance (ALIGN) with @iied.bsky.social and Namati visit: ccsi.columbia.edu/content/adva...

🔵 Political economy realities, such as power imbalances and implementation gaps, can undermine participation and hinder effective land governance.

🔵 Decentralized and people-centered land governance through participatory planning and policy reform can create truly responsive climate transition policies.

🔵 Tenure rights and secure tenure are essential for just transitions. Weak or insecure tenure rights can compound adverse impacts of large-scale transition-linked investments. Secure tenure empowers communities in advancing climate action, self-determined development, and safeguarding their rights.

Weak policies and oversight leave land-based investments vulnerable to climate risks while driving deforestation and emissions. Strong investment assessment processes help governments screen projects, engage communities, and embed climate safeguards to ensure climate resilience and mitigation