‘It’s Now for Nature’ Accelerator Programme

Develop a biodiversity and nature strategy for your organization to strengthen the resilience of your value chain and lay the foundation for long-term business success.

Stakeholder Engagement

Why To Participate?

As part of the global Business for Nature (BfN) campaign „It’s Now for Nature“, engageability – in collaboration with Innovate 4 Nature – offers organizations the opportunity to participate in our Accelerator Programme.

While the unprecedented loss of biodiversity puts increasing pressure on the economy, a dynamic network of businesses is breathing new life into our ecosystems. These companies understand that a thriving natural world means thriving business. Healthy ecosystems provide essential services: clean water for core operations, fertile soils and pollination for productive harvests, natural buffers against flooding, and critical resources for economic activity.

“Nature works for us – so we must work better together.”

Our support model is built around the proven ACT-D framework, where each phase includes practical tools, and strategic guidance:

ACT-D-framework-1024x449

The overall benefits of the programme can be summarized as follows:

Nature strategy aligned
with science and policy

Prepared for
TNFD/CSRD disclosure

Stronger investor and
stakeholder positioning

Exchange with
peers and experts

Two ways to participate

The scope of the programme depends on the maturity level of each organization. The financial contribution for the 9-month programme—which includes general guidelines, tools, and templates—is CHF 4,800 per organization (with more than 5 participating companies) or CHF 6,800 per organization (with 5 or less or less participating companies).

Additional personalized services and tailored offerings are available at an extra cost.

OPTION 1

Group Accelerator: 
Learn and act with peers

  • Format: Structured, 9-month programme
  • Next cohort: Start in summer 2026
  • Best for: fficient entry, shared learning
  • Cost:
    • More than 5 companies: 4’800 CHF, excl. VAT
    • Up to 5 companies: 6’800 CHF (excl. VAT)

OPTION 2

Individual company support:
Tailored 1:1 acceleration

  • Format: Flexible timing & customised process
  • Tailored: Direct link to strategy & reporting
  • Best for: Complex cases, high urgency
  • Cost: Depending on maturity & needs of organisation

How Does the Accelerator Programme (Opt 1) Work?

The programme is based on the  Nature Strategy Handbook and is designed to equip companies with essential tools, methods, and practical insights to develop their nature strategy. It consists of six workshops (online or in-person), pre- and post-workshop assignments, guidance materials, and expert consultations.

The schedule for the 2026–2027  cohort is as follows:

Nature Accelerator Timeline 2026-27

For the kick-off, get registered to the Swisscleantech Dialog 2026, taking place on 16th June: here.

Who Is the Programme For?

The programme is ideally suited for companies committed to protecting nature and looking to strengthen their internal capabilities to develop and publish a nature strategy.

Participation requirements include:

  • Commitment to reducing your company’s negative impact on nature.
  • Support from senior management or C-level executives.
  • Appointment of a company representative who actively participates and attends all sessions.
  • Commitment to publish a nature strategy within 12 months after completing the programme.

About ‘It’s Now for Nature’

“It’s Now for Nature” is a joint global campaign that aims to unite all businesses in taking action for nature and contributing to a nature-positive world by 2030. A just and nature-positive future is possible – and businesses can help make it a reality by setting a credible nature strategy.

Explore recognized nature strategies: here.

Partner of the Programme

Ready to Learn More?

The programme manager, Katharina Reblitz, is happy to provide you with more information about the programme and registration.

We look forward to hearing from you and having an informal conversation:
Katharina.Reblitz@engageability.ch