The Natural Capital Project
New Paper on Nature Accounting in Colombia
Innovative account calculates economic value of erosion control to energy and water sectors.
SCIENCE
Using ecosystem services science, we map, measure, and value nature's benefits to people.
TECHNOLOGY
Through InVEST, we provide decision-makers with information for policy and finance decisions.
PARTNERSHIPS
Our work is co-developed and implemented by a global network of collaborators in the public and private sectors.
News
-
Five insights about birds in San Francisco’s community gardens
Plus how community gardens provide access to nature across neighborhoods -
Nature accounting in Colombia makes sound economic case for protecting native ecosystems
Paper shares innovative natural capital accounting approach to valuing the benefits of ecosystems in Colombia’s Upper Sinú Basin to key economic sectors. -
Accelerator picks 25 new sustainability projects for grants and guidance
The latest awards support efforts to help communities and nature withstand climate-related extreme events advance the measurement of planetary systems.
The Natural Capital Project approach allows global decision-makers to consider nature's diverse benefits.
Reimagining Prosperity: Co-creating a new future for people and nature in Belize
This film highlights a long-standing collaboration with the Natural Capital Project, the Belizean government, and local NGOs to leverage Belize's natural capital and create innovative avenues of prosperity for both people and nature.
Learn more about new ways of co-developing and financing a better future in Belize and around the world through nature.
NatCap is a partnership between interdisciplinary researchers, professionals, and leaders working to make valuing natural capital easier and more accessible to all.