The value of nature to the global economy is significant and complex, with ecosystem services like pollination, carbon sequestration, water purification, resource provisioning and climate regulation estimated to be worth trillions annually. According to a report by the WEF, over half of the world's GDP (ca. USD44trn) is moderately or highly dependent on nature.

The value of nature to the global economy is significant and complex, with ecosystem services like pollination, carbon sequestration, water purification, resource provisioning and climate regulation estimated to be worth trillions annually. According to a report by the WEF, over half of the world's GDP (ca. USD44trn) is moderately or highly dependent on nature.

Advancements in the accuracy and affordability of biodiversity measurement now means ecosystems services can be quantified, in a manner that supports the growing effort to recognise ecological assets on the balance sheets of their custodians.