Learning outcomes
After going through this Module, you will know ...
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... how to assess the suitability of different funding sources, in particular those arising from the private sector.
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... how to develop financing solution for your restoration project.
Module curriculum
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The MERLIN Learning Module on “The economics and financing of freshwater restoration”
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Introduction video
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Basic terms in economics and financing
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The MERLIN Financial Planning Workflow
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Figure – The MERLIN Financial Planning Workflow
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Pillar A – Drafting a project plan & strategy – part 1
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Pillar A – Drafting a project plan & strategy – part 2
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Pillar A – Test your knowledge
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Pillar A – Further reading
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Pillar B – Assessing costs and benefits
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Pillar B – Test your knowledge
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Pillar B – Further reading
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Pillar C – Characterising funding & revenue streams
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Pillar C – Test your knowledge
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Pillar C – Further reading
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Pillar D – Developing a financial strategy
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Pillar D – Test your knowledge
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Pillar D – Further reading
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Summary document – The MERLIN Financial Planning Workflow
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The MERLIN Off-the-Shelf Instruments
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Introduction to the Off-the-Shelf Instruments
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Grants
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Grants – Test your knowledge
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Donation-based and reward-based crowdfunding campaigns
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Donation-based crowdfunding – Guidance document
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Donation-based and reward-based crowdfunding campaigns – Test your knowledge
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Corporate donations
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Corporate donations – Guidance document
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Corporate donations – Test your knowledge
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Tourism and agriculture activities
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Tourism and agriculture activities – Guidance document
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Tourism and agriculture activities – Test your knowledge
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Off-the-Shelf Instruments – Further reading
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Other resources
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MERLIN webinar – Sien Kok & Sanja Prokrajac: Why freshwater ecosystem restoration makes (economic) sense
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MERLIN webinar – Louis Costa: Corporate and private funding - its value for conservation
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MERLIN webinar – Paul Jepson: Nature Impact Tokens as a means unlock "nature positive" investment
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MERLIN webinar – Stephen Hart: Investing in nature-based solutions? – Finance for nature in Europe
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About this Module
- Free
- 38 lessons
- 1 hour of video content
And here are your instructors
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Module 3 Manager Josselin Rouillard
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Gerardo Anzaldua
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Sien Kok
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Yulia Demus
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Esther Carmen
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Levin Scholl
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Viviane Malveira Cavalcanti
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Vladyslav Saviak
Reviews of this Module
Awesome & highly recommended!
Elisabeth Weber
I recently completed Module 3 and am thoroughly impressed with its overall quality and delivery. The content presented is state-of-the-art, reflecting the la...
Read MoreI recently completed Module 3 and am thoroughly impressed with its overall quality and delivery. The content presented is state-of-the-art, reflecting the latest advancements and best practices in the field. Each video presentation is meticulously crafted, making it both engaging and easy to follow. The speakers are not only knowledgeable but also deliver the material with clarity and enthusiasm, enhancing the learning experience. The course design is highly professional, from the visual and audio quality to the seamless integration of multimedia elements. I found the tasks interspersed throughout the modules particularly useful in reinforcing key concepts and ensuring that I could apply what I had learned. These interactive components helped to solidify my understanding and kept me actively engaged. Additionally, the inclusion of supplementary literature is a fantastic bonus. It provides valuable resources for those who wish to delve deeper into the topics covered and expand their knowledge beyond the course material. Overall, the layout and execution of this project are exemplary. It has been a pleasure to work through this course, and I have gained a lot from the experience. I highly recommend this course to anyone seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge in this area. The effort and expertise that have gone into creating this course are evident and much appreciated.
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Franziska Wenskus
Module 3 was a nice course, not too long and not too short. Videos and presentations look neat and the speakers seem to really know their stuff. Will definit...
Read MoreModule 3 was a nice course, not too long and not too short. Videos and presentations look neat and the speakers seem to really know their stuff. Will definitely recommend!
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