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Biodiversity Conservation
Luker Chocolate, a Colombian leader in sustainable cocoa farming,
is taking significant strides in combating deforestation and
promoting biodiversity conservation. As a company deeply
committed to environmental stewardship, Luker participated in
the recent COP16 Colombia to share its innovative approaches
to climate change, biodiversity conservation, and sustainability.
Known as COP16, the 2024 United Nations Biodiversity Conference
of the Parties to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity
was held from Oct. 21 to Nov. 1 in Cali, Colombia.
Luker Chocolate recognizes the urgency of the global biodiversity
crisis. As a company that relies heavily on natural ecosystems
and the services they provide, Luker is dedicated to
conserving and restoring biodiversity, reducing pollution, and
promoting sustainable land use. In line with the Convention on
Biological Diversity's goals, Luker actively integrates responsible
practices into its operations to protect the ecosystems it
depends on.
At COP16, Luker joined discussions at Casa Humboldt, focusing
on how agroforestry systems like cacao farming can support biodiversity
conservation. The panel explored the vital role cacao cultivation
plays in sustainable land use and environmental resilience,
aligning with Luker's mission to foster a healthy, biodiverse planet.
Luker integrates responsible practices to protect ecosystems it depends on.
ticipated in a high-level event organized by the National Trade
Council and ANDI's National Water and Biodiversity Center. Julia
Ocampo, representing Luker, joined a discussion on " Target 15:
Integrating Biodiversity into Value Chains " alongside industry
leaders from Bavaria, Pepsico, WWF, and TNC. The conversation
centers on biodiversity integration within supply chains, deforestation
prevention, and nature-based solutions.
Luker Chocolate is a B-Corp certified Colombian business specializing
in purpose-driven chocolate ingredients made with the
finest quality Cacao Fino de Aroma. Known for its commitment
to sustainability, Luker works closely with farmers and partners
to create exceptional products while protecting the environment.
Luker's mission is to drive positive impact across the cocoa
value chain, ensuring that biodiversity and well-being are at
the core of their operations.
The UN Convention on Biological Diversity describes biodiBiodiversity
and sustainability projects are key goals.
Positioned in the Green Zone's finance and productive sectors
district, Luker showcased its sustainability projects at the B Corp
Stand.
Their work aligns with the Global Biodiversity Framework, using
this platform to connect with potential partners and promote
collaborative biodiversity projects. Luker Chocolate also par38
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versity as the diversity within species, between species and of
ecosystems, including plants, animals, bacteria, and fungi. These
three work together to create life on Earth, in all its complexity.
Delegates at COP16, formally the 16th Conference of Parties to
the UN Biodiversity Convention, discussed how to restore rapidly
degrading lands and seas in a way that protects the planet and
respects the rights of indigenous peoples and local communities.
A key goal is to fully implement the so-called 30 by 30 Kunming-Montreal
pledge to protect 30% of the planet's lands and
inland waters, as well as of marine and coastal areas, by 2030.
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