Description
Universal Asset Owners (UO's), such as Sovereign Wealth Funds, Pension Funds, and large asset managers, are intricately linked to natural ecosystems and face significant risks from environmental and climate-related disturbances. Clean Air is essential for ensuring the health of investments tied to physical assets and worker safety in operational sectors. Clean Water and Water Abundance are crucial for industries dependent on hydrological resources, from agriculture to manufacturing. Healthy Soils support sustainable land use and infrastructure stability, important for real estate and agricultural sectors. Climate Stability underpins predictable market conditions and operational efficiencies across all asset classes. Risk Resilience enables these investors to adapt and mitigate the impacts of climate variability. Erosion Control helps maintain the integrity of landscapes, preventing degradation that can affect asset values and operational sustainability.
Certificates of Ensurance, by BASIN Natural Capital, are designed to mitigate these risks and enhance resilience. Each certificate represents a share in the BASIN Protocol, which secures the RealValue of Natural Capital for the long term.
Purchasing these certificates enables UO's to invest directly in the protection and restoration of 14 critical ecosystems and their associated 14 essential ecosystem services. The proceeds directly support targeted nature and climate projects and the underlying real assets, bolstering the resilience of investment portfolios against environmental risks.
This strategic approach not only safeguards natural capital but also ensures that UO's can sustain and grow their asset bases in alignment with ecological health, promoting long-term financial stability and environmental stewardship.
