Blue Economy
With the increasing acknowledgment of the oceans’ immense value and the escalating state of marine challenges, we offer specialised services in fostering a sustainable blue economy. Our three-decade expertise in valuation and capitals-based approaches equips businesses and investors to navigate and address pressing marine and water-related issues, including water scarcity and flood risks. We're committed to shaping a future where the seas' health and economic potential are sustainably balanced.
Valuation of marine natural capital
We have been undertaking marine ecosystem valuation studies for almost 30 years, covering coral reef, mangrove, lagoon and seagrass habitats. We are currently helping to develop a set of Natural Capital Accounts for UAE including various marine ecosystem service accounts.
Marine decision-support tools
We have developed a number of valuation and natural capital assessment Excel based tools specifically focused on the marine environment.
Nature based investment analysis
We can help identify and evaluate coastal nature based solutions, for example, considering potential impacts, scale, challenges and enhancements.
Coastal ecosystem services assessment
A number of our IFC Performance Standard 6 ecosystem service assessments have covered marine and coastal developments and infrastructure.
Sustainable Financing & Marine Funds
We have undertaken several studies investigating blue economy finance and sustainable financing options including MPA financing, coral reef insurance and establishing marine funds.
Marine damage assessments & offsets
James Spurgeon has undertaken many marine natural resource damage assessments to establish appropriate compensation, restoration and offsets.