For
Investors
THE ROLE OF NATURE IN A PORTFOLIO
A 2% allocation to Nature
to safeguard 98% of assets
If every UK pension and wealth asset invested just 2% of its capital, it would generate an estimated £100 billion for Nature-based investment. This allocation targets long-term, stable income where performance is shaped by the demand for ecosystem services rather than market cycles. Ultimately, investing in natural infrastructure reduces physical, regulatory, and reputational risks, which enhances overall portfolio resilience
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Long-term Income
01/ Access to a new growth market targeting long-term, stable income.
02/ Corporate ecosystem service payments provide predictable, contractual revenues. -

Diversification & Resilience
01/ Performance shaped by long-term
ecosystem-service demand, rather than market cycles, contributing to overall portfolio resilience.
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UK Place-Based Impact
01/ Builds local economic strength and resilience, making places more attractive for investment.
02/ Restores natural infrastructure that supports national resilience and delivers lasting value.
THE FOUR RETURNS FRAMEWORK
Our approach is measured against four types of return:
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Financial
Predictable, risk-adjusted
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Natural
Healthier ecosystems, improved biodiversity, and restored landscapes.
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Social
Social – stronger communities, job creation, and enhanced wellbeing.
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Inspirational
Renewed trust, pride, and purpose for stakeholders
This elevates Nature from being seen as philanthropy to an institutional-grade asset class: scarce, useful, and cash-generating
Risk Mitigation
These outcomes risk across portfolios. Collectively, these company-level gains enhance portfolio resilience
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Physical
Reduces risk at an asset or supply chain level.
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Regulatory
Supports companies in meeting regulatory obligations and net zero goals.
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Reputational
Builds trust and strengthens brand value.