Swap It Like Its Hot: What Is Natural Capital, and How Can It Help Us Care for Our Planet?
Join environmental economist Ece Özdemiroğlu to explore the concept of natural capital, what it means and why it matters for protecting our planet. In this session, Ece will share simple, real-world examples of how valuing nature can lead to better decisions for people and the environment. Perfect for anyone curious about connecting economics and climate action.
Ece Özdemiroğlu is the founder and CEO of eftec. Her work focuses on the economic valuation of natural capital assets and the use of this evidence in accounting and appraisal across all sectors. She uses economic analysis to showcase the benefits of taking interlinking action to restore nature, tackle climate change, and ensure long-term economic sustainability.
Throughout her career, Ece has been a voice for nature amongst decision-makers. She continues to work with forward-thinking investors, businesses, NGOs, and central and local governments by encouraging them to consider their impacts and dependencies on nature and to view the ecosystems we depend on as assets rather than externalities. To complement these efforts, Ece champions multi-disciplinary working and better ways of communicating evidence, including the use of arts.
Ece holds an MSc in Environmental and Resource Economics from University College London and a BA in Economics from Istanbul University.