Why an Ecosystem Services Approach is Important for Businesses
Posted by: EcoServices Network 4 years, 6 months ago
The concepts of ecosystem services and conservation markets are becoming more and more popular among the private sector and non-governmental organizations (NGO). Alternative Land Use Services (ALUS) is a great example of an NGO working with farmers to produce ecosystem services by paying for best management practices. Businesses are starting to understand how balancing economic with environmental objectives and can be beneficial not only for the environment that they depend upon, but for the new business opportunities it can open up.
Network Partner Spotlight: Alberta Land Institute
Posted by: EcoServices Network 4 years, 6 months ago
The Alberta Land Institute (ALI) is an independent research institute founded at the University of Alberta. The institute promotes research to inform public debate and decision-making in the province of Alberta, ultimately helping Alberta make better land use decisions.
Engaging Indigenous Communities in the Conservation Market Conversation
Posted by: EcoServices Network 4 years, 6 months ago
The EcoServices Network has been working with our partners to better understand the opportunity for Indigenous communities to benefit from conservation markets.