UKNEE Webinars 2021 - The Independent Dasgupta Review on the Economics of Biodiversity

Presenters: Emily McKenzie, Head of Evidence and Policy for the Dasgupta Review on Economics.

Biodiversity is declining faster than at any time in human history. Since 1970, there has been on average almost a 70% decline in the populations of mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, and amphibians. It is thought that one million animal and plant species - almost a quarter of the global total - are threatened with extinction. These losses in biodiversity are undermining the productivity, resilience, and adaptability of nature. This is in turn putting economies, livelihoods, and well-being at risk.

The Independent Dasgupta Review on the Economics of Biodiversity explores the sustainability of humanity’s engagements with Nature and will be launched on 2 February. This webinar will be delivered by the team working on the independent review, including Emily McKenzie, followed by a Q&A. The session will focus on the economics of the Review, and its potential applications.