We facilitate Nature- and People-Positive renewable energy and grid deployment by establishing an industry-supported and government-endorsed monitoring and reporting framework on a global scale.
Nature-Positive
In recognition of the established Nature-Positive definition, we work to identify the specific contributions of the wind, solar and electricity grid sectors to the targets set by the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.
People-Positive
We recognise the undeniable need to involve, respect and engage communities where wind, solar and electricity grids will be built. We aim to quantify progress in co-creating local, sustainable and long-term benefits.
Vision
A rapid energy transition enabled by wind, solar and electricity grids that embraces Nature- and People-Positive goals.
What We Do
The Global Initiative for Nature, Grids and Renewables (GINGR) aims to support the just and sustainable energy transition by providing assessment tools to quantify contributions to Nature- and People-Positive goals. To facilitate this, we intend to develop monitoring and reporting systems that are globally aligned and standardised.
The initiative will support governments, companies, and the financial sector in achieving their energy, climate, and biodiversity targets in a timely and socially responsible manner.
“Mitigating the climate crisis is not possible without healthy ecosystems and strong communities. Therefore responses to the crises need to go hand-in-hand. GINGR aims to support governments, industries, civil society, and the financial sector in reaching their energy, climate and biodiversity targets in a timely and symbiotic manner. It will support, enhance and help monitor efforts towards these objectives while accelerating the green energy transition.”
Dr. Karsten SachChair, GINGR International Advisory Board
“You treasure what you measure, as the saying goes. But however much we treasure our biodiverse world, measuring it is a complex and uncertain science. The global growth in offshore wind makes this especially important, so that the installations don’t just bring economic and social benefits but can be positive for nature as well. Better measurement tools drive better decisions, and that’s where GINGR can play an important role.”
Huub den Rooijen CBEManaging Director, 3blue Advisory
“The Global Initiative for Nature, Grids, and Renewables strives to provide actionable guidance for delivering real solutions to the climate and biodiversity crises we face worldwide. Renewable energy infrastructure development confronts several common challenges for nature and communities in nearly every geography. By providing expert guidance and best practices, GINGR will help reduce conflicts and accelerate solution adoption on every continent.”
Max LevineManaging Director, CEA Consulting
“The renewable energy transition is more than windfarms, solar panels or biofuels. It must also include the ‘arteries’ for renewable energy deployment: Grids. GINGR will help ensuring that the transition of the entire energy sector is Nature- and People-Positive.”
Dr. Christina Voigt (LL.M.)Professor, University of Oslo
“One of the greatest challenges of our time is climate change which needs to be tackled seriously through collaborations of all governments, institutions, businesses and individuals. GINGR is one of the powerful efforts in fighting climate change and I’m very proud to be part of it.”
Dr. Chengyu FuFormer Chairman, China Petrochemical Corporation (Sinopec Group)
“Renewable energy is key to a just and sustainable transition. However, integrating it across sectors such as transport, heating, and cooling requires grid expansion and digitalisation, including smart grids. GINGR addresses these challenges, balancing energy needs with nature conservation, making it a crucial platform for solving the complex issues of sustainable energy.”
Dr. Philipp BehrensHead of the Department of International Climate Protection Initiative, Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) of Germany
“Achieving compatibility between addressing climate change and biodiversity is an extremely important topic. The introduction of renewable energies such as wind and solar power generation in a manner that harmonizes with the ecosystem and the local environment will help to gain local understanding and lead to rapid installation. GINGR will serve as a good platform for cooperation among countries.”
Yutaka NakaoDeputy Director General for Policy Planning, Ministry of the Environment of Japan
“The build out of infrastructure to support the energy transition in a sustainable manner is possible. It just takes the will of companies to prioritize biodiversity alongside of technical and commercial factors. The assessments are in reach, and the mitigation measures are established, with continual improvement in progress. Renewable energy companies have the opportunity to not only address climate change but to be advocates for nature. The GINGR advisory board aims to help them on that journey.”
Lori Anna ConzoGlobal Biodiversity Lead, International Finance Corporation (World Bank Group)
“Recently, climate change and biodiversity leaders finally recognized that these two global tragedies must be addressed in tandem. GINGR is a unique initiative, which recognizes this reality – bringing Nature (IUCN), clean energy and grid infrastructure development together. The critically needed development of transmission grids and offshore wind must take into account the risks to Nature. GINGR is uniquely positioned to help systematize practices for achieving this.”
Dr. Warren EvansAdvisor on Climate, Nature, and Accountability
Are you a…
Renewable energy developer or grid operator eager to speed up the energy transition, but worried about the impact of biodiversity regulations?
Government trying to fight the climate, energy and biodiversity crises, but struggling to prioritise one over the other?
Civil society organisation fighting for stronger climate and biodiversity actions, but are unsure how to reconcile the environmental impacts of energy infrastructure?
Financial institution committed to channel funds towards sustainable investment that can deliver both climate and biodiversity security but struggling to meet both?
