Meet the JBS Fund for the Amazon
In September 2020, the world’s largest beef producer announced the “JBS Fund for the Amazon” and pledged R$250 million in support for the region. The fund will invest in three primary areas, including forest restoration, economic development, and research. Where did this historic generosity come from? What dynamics of investor pressure and corporate sustainability made it possible? What projects have been financed to date? What other corporations and allies have donated to the fund so far? Join us to learn and meet Andrea Aguiar Azevedo, the Director of Programs and Projects for the fund.
Recorded September 13, 2021
References:
Brazil’s JBS launches fund to foster Amazon preservation
XP, Aviagen and Overseas Resources invest R$5 million in the JBS Fund for the Amazon
JBS unveils “Together for the Amazon” program
JBS Fund for the Amazon Approves the First 6 Projects to Receive an Investment of R$50 million
