The Aid by Trade Foundation (AbTF) has announced the appointment of Louisa Losing from the Global Nature Fund (GNF) to its Cotton Advisory Board. Losing brings valuable experience in integrating biodiversity into agricultural supply chains, a focus that aligns closely with AbTF’s mission to promote sustainable cotton production.
With biodiversity a strategic priority, AbTF implements its commitment through standards such as Cotton made in Africa (CmiA), CmiA Organic, and the Regenerative Cotton Standard (RCS). These initiatives aim to preserve ecosystems while supporting cotton producers in enhancing resilience to climate change and market pressures.
The Global Nature Fund has worked globally for over 25 years to protect biodiversity through international environmental and sustainability projects. Since 2005, it has also focused on supporting biodiversity in the private sector, including in African regions where it runs initiatives related to water security, food systems, and climate adaptation.
As deputy head of business and biodiversity at GNF, Losing supports companies in applying biodiversity-relevant due diligence and developing action plans for nature protection.
“Standard setters are essential to integrating biodiversity into supply chains. We’re excited to contribute to AbTF’s work,” said Losing.
Tina Stridde, managing director at AbTF, welcomed the appointment, noting Losing’s expertise in biodiversity, CSRD, and CSDDD compliance. “We’re pleased to have her join us and look forward to fruitful collaboration.”
AbTF’s Cotton Advisory Board includes members from NGOs, government, and industry, providing a rich forum for strategic dialogue in sustainable cotton.
