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Nature Positive: the inside story

Nature Positive: the inside story

Written by: Mott MacDonald
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In this podcast series, we explore the transformative rise of nature with the people who are making it happen. Mott MacDonald experts delivering industry-leading solutions for nature, and a host of experienced professionals from industry, government, policy and research, take a deep dive into nature providing an optimistic analysis of this pivotal moment. Tune in weekly for insightful discussions and inspiring perspectives on how nature is influencing infrastructure outcomes.Copyright 2024 All rights reserved. Biological Sciences Science
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  • Episode 8: Our call for Nature Positive
    Mar 18 2025

    Welcome to Mott MacDonald's podcast, Nature Positive: The Inside Story.

    This episode is a special Mott MacDonald early career takeover, where we hand over to colleagues Kieran Murnane, Aimee Jones and Natalie Harvey. They take us into their world of being an early career professional and what the momentum for nature means to them.

    Their conversation is truly insightful. Especially their perspectives on how valuable nature is to us, both individually and as communities, and their sheer drive to integrate Nature Positive into their work.

    Watch and listen, and make sure to subscribe for more episodes.

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    Discussed in this episode:

    Biodiversity and nature | Mott MacDonald

    Development that delivers for both people and planet | Mott MacDonald

    Further reading: Elevating Environmental, Social, and Governance Reporting in Emerging Markets: Aligning IFC Disclosure Requirements with Other International Standards

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    29 mins
  • Episode 7: Adopting a systems thinking approach for nature
    Mar 11 2025

    Welcome to Mott MacDonald's podcast, Nature Positive: The Inside Story where our Nature Services Leader, Julia Baker, talks to industry leaders about all aspects of nature, bringing you insightful discussions, expert opinion and stories about the rise of a Nature Positive approach.

    In this episode, our host Julia Baker sits down with Mott MacDonald’s Heather Marshall, technical director for water and infrastructure systems.

    Heather talks with Julia about the role that nature plays in well-functioning infrastructure systems, including our water system, and the opportunity to use systems thinking to better connect, restore and enhance nature in our daily lives.

    In conversation, they identify how improving our understanding of the linkages between people, infrastructure assets, operations and projects can shape joined up interventions with greater impact. Discussing the practice of how systems thinking has developed and is now being used, Heather and Julia discuss examples of how nature can help achieve better climate, environmental and social outcomes for stakeholders.

    Watch and listen, and make sure to subscribe for more episodes and expert insights each week.

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    Find out more about our podcast and explore additional content here: Nature Positive: The Inside Story | Mott MacDonald

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    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mott...

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    X: @mottmacdonald

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    Discussed in this episode:

    Biodiversity and nature | Mott MacDonald

    Development that delivers for both people and planet | Mott MacDonald

    Further reading: Elevating Environmental, Social, and Governance Reporting in Emerging Markets: Aligning IFC Disclosure Requirements with Other International Standards

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    35 mins
  • Episode 6: Exploring the rise of nature policy
    Mar 4 2025

    Welcome to Mott MacDonald's podcast, Nature Positive: The Inside Story where our Nature Services Leader, Julia Baker, talks to industry leaders about all aspects of nature, bringing you insightful discussions, expert opinion and stories about the rise of a Nature Positive approach.

    In this episode, Julia Baker talks with Lesley Wilson, a Policy and Engagement Lead at IEMA. They discuss the extraordinary rise of nature policies to date and the potential future landscape.

    We recorded this episode last autumn, so you’ll hear Lesley’s thoughts on the potential opportunities for COP16. She'll also discuss whether guidance by the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures will become mandatory and what the future of nature policy could look like.

    Watch and listen, and make sure to subscribe for more episodes and expert insights each week.

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    Find out more about our podcast and explore additional content here: Nature Positive: The Inside Story | Mott MacDonald

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    ▶️ Connect with us:

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mott...

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mottmacdonal...

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    X: @mottmacdonald

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    Discussed in this episode:

    IEMA - Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment

    Taskforce for Nature-related Financial Disclosure (TNFD) framework

    Further reading: Elevating Environmental, Social, and Governance Reporting in Emerging Markets: Aligning IFC Disclosure Requirements with Other International Standards

    Follow our host on LinkedIn

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    51 mins
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