Op-Ed: Scaling Nature Finance for Sustainable Food Systems—From Capital Convergence for Aligned Impact

In the global push to finance and scale nature-positive transitions in food systems, the conversation often revolves around capital, who pays for it and who receives it. But the real challenge goes deeper. Mobilizing funds is fundamental, but it’s not the only part of the equation. What matters just as much is ensuring that finance is aligned with national priorities, accessible to those who need it most, and accountable for delivering real impact. At the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT and the CGIAR Sustainable Finance Hub (ImpactSF), we believe that scaling nature finance requires a holistic approach, one rooted in alignment, access, and accountability.