Entry points to natural capital

We Value Nature

At the heart of a natural capital approach is the understanding that nature underpins human health, wealth, culture, identity and happiness. A natural capital approach works to illuminate this value, and helps decision-makers to understand the complex ways in which natural, social and economic systems interact, impact, and depend  upon one another so to make better informed decision. 

The elements in this infographic can be linked to the four different stages of the Natural Capital Protocol. This overview indicates for each category of elements in which stage of a natural capital assessment they are most applicable - notwithstanding the fact most can be applied throughout all stages of the protocol.