The international expert workshop looked at existing economic incentives such as taxes, subsidies, and market-based approaches that affect biodiversity. Additionally, also the variety of economic instruments that offer potential to promote biodiversity conservation were discussed. 
The workshop was divided into four sessions: 1) International targets on economic incentives and how to reach them; 2) Economic incentive settings within Europe; 3) Economic incentive settings – international perspectives; and 4) Sector insights: Agriculture and biodiversity within Europe. This publication showcases some of the contributions that were given by the panelists during the event.