National Biodiversity Conference
The National Biodiversity Conference is taking place later this month and business will have a starring role. Head of Advisory Services Bernadette Phelan will be there at Dublin Castle on Feb 20th and 21st to launch the BITCI’s new Biodiversity Handbook for Business, members Intel and Dawn Meats will be presenting their biodiversity work on stage during the ‘How do we engage businesses for biodiversity?’ session.
The business winner of the ‘Working Together for Biodiversity Award’ will also be announced.
Follow the action on social media using the hashtag #biodcon19 or check out the live streaming on www.biodiversityconference.ie.
The conference is now completely sold out but if you’re interested in being added to the waiting list, email events@naturalcapitalireland.com.
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