The State of Natural Capital Report for England 2024 : Risks to nature and why it matters, a new report from Natural England, was published on 9 October 2024. Natural England is the government’s adviser for the natural environment, helping to protect England’s nature and landscapes for people to enjoy.
Action for nature is urgent
This report demonstrates how risk to our ecosystems, is a risk to society and the economy.
Tony Juniper says: “Tackling the Nature crisis will require action across all sectors to reduce risks to society. This report is your guide to action. I encourage you to read it, use it, and secure the benefits Nature provides into the future, not just for yourself but for society as a whole and the natural world which sustains us.”
What’s in the report?
- A comprehensive assessment of the state of ecosystem assets in England – why they are important and what is impacting on them.
- A risk register – why nature is at risk and what this means for the benefits from nature we rely on.
- An assessment of risk consequences for policy areas – how risks to the benefits from nature affect: economic resilience, Net Zero, climate adaptation, food security, health and wellbeing, water security.
- Indicators and data appendix – collating the best currently available indicators and data on the state of ecosystem assets.
Natural England’s Natural Capital team can be contacted by email to discuss what this report might mean for you.
It was launched at an event attended by representatives from across Government, finance and business, and the environment; you can watch the recording here.