The Natural Capital Measurement Catalogue (NCMC) is an open-access resource developed by the Climateworks Centre. It offers scientifically rigorous metrics, methods, and data sources for measuring natural capital assets, the services or benefits they provide, and organisational impacts or dependencies on nature.
The NCMC is designed for a diverse audience, including land managers, government agencies, corporations, financial institutions, and environmental data service providers. It supports both natural capital accounting and assessment, facilitating the integration of natural capital considerations into decision-making processes.
For finance professionals, the NCMC serves as a valuable tool to:
- Assess nature-related risks and opportunities: By providing metrics to evaluate an organisation’s impacts and dependencies on natural capital, the NCMC aids in identifying potential risks and opportunities related to environmental factors.
- Inform investment decisions: The catalogue’s data can guide investment strategies by highlighting the sustainability and resilience of assets, ensuring that financial decisions account for environmental considerations.
- Support regulatory compliance and reporting: With alignment to frameworks like the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD), the NCMC assists in meeting reporting requirements and adhering to environmental regulations.
The NCMC is structured into sections on natural capital accounting and assessment, covering various environmental and ecosystem assets. It provides a tiered approach to measurement methods, accommodating different levels of data availability and expertise.
By utilising the NCMC, finance professionals can enhance their understanding of natural capital, leading to more informed and sustainable financial practices.
