DRAKOPOULOS participated in the “Biodiversity” roundtable event held in Athens, on 31st of October, organized by SOFTONE GLOBAL SUSTAIN, a market leader in services related to sustainability, responsible investing and the green economy.
Mr Michael Spanos, CEO of Global Sustain, opened the event by emphasizing the significance of ESG criteria in improving business standards and the critical role of biodiversity preservation as a business philosophy and objective.
During the event, public authorities, sustainability experts and business leaders from various sectors discussed the importance of biodiversity for the proper functioning of ecosystems and highlighted the role of public-private partnerships in protecting biodiversity. Discussions also addressed the economic benefits of biodiversity preservation, underlining that preserving natural ecosystems not only protects the environment, but also supports sustainable development and long-term economic stability.
Key takeaways included the need to create frameworks for joint action, increase investment in nature-friendly projects and raise awareness of the vital role of biodiversity in health, agriculture and climate adaptation.
Drakopoulos recognizes that responsible business is a true investment and views ESG initiatives as fundamental to creating value and ensuring long-term sustainability.