Advocating for the role of forests in nature-based solutions

Forest in the UK
June 13, 2025
Category : Events

London Climate Action Week (LCAW) is Europe’s premier city‑wide climate festival, founded in 2019 by E3G and the Mayor of London. Each June, over 45,000 attendees converge on the capital to accelerate decarbonization, resilience and climate innovation – and inspire cities worldwide to replicate its success. 

Forests and their stewards are indispensable partners in nature‑based solutions. At LCAW 2025, FSC will advocate for sustainable forest management as a cornerstone of climate action, forging alliances with NGOs, governments and financial institutions to build on our solutions, such as ecosystem services, Verified Impact, and climate finance. 

FSC-certified forests protect and strengthen ecosystems, boosting carbon capture in trees, soils and biomass while preventing deforestation and degradation. Collaborating with Indigenous Peoples and local communities, our rigorous standards deliver measured environmental, social and economic benefits on the ground. 

FSC delegation and program highlights 

Meet our team and join them at these featured events: 

  • Sharon London, Partnerships Director, FSC Investments and Partnerships 
  • Anand Punja, Chief Engagement and Parterships Officer 
  • José Balta, Communications Programme Manager  
  • Talullah Chapman, Communications Manager, FSC UK 
  • Faya Davranbekova, Media Engagement Officer 

Key events: 

  • Monday 23 June, 09:00–19:00: Pioneering Investment Partnerships – at The Nature Hub with Nature4Climate. Private sector leaders and policymakers will explore scalable financing models for nature‑based solutions in the lead‑up to COP30. 
  • Friday 26 June: World Climate Investment Summit – hosted by World Climate Foundation. Asset managers, international organizations and government representatives will develop actionable investment strategies and public–private partnerships. 

Looking ahead 

FSC’s participation at LCAW 2025 is part of our broader strategy leading into UNFCCC COP30 in Brazil in November 2025. We will continue co‑creating and scaling nature‑based solutions that deliver lasting climate, biodiversity and community impact worldwide. 

To connect with us at LCAW 2025, please email Sharon London at s.london@fsc.org.