Economics for the Environment Consultancy (eftec)

Call for papers and posters is open for #envecon2026. It is the UK's only premier applied environmental economics conference gathering research providers and users from academia, public and private sector.

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“I often think our economic future, which is always put at the forefront, is actually dependent upon our ecological future. Without an ecological future, there is not going to be any economic growth.” Jane Goodall

We're pleased that the @parliament.scot Rural Affairs and Islands Committee has backed proposals in the Natural Environment Bill to introduce statutory targets to restore nature.

Nature targets are a key demand of our Scotland Loves Nature campaign.

Read more:
www.scotlink.org/msps-back-na...

🌊 Protecting Scotland’s seas from bottom-towed fishing is worth billions to our economy - £3.6 billion to society and the fishing industry.

Check out the results of this first ever study: www.eftec.co.uk/projects/ass...
@bluemarinef.bsky.social

Environmental change is going to come with both costs and benefits, period. Hiding the costs won't help us find creative to mitigate and distribute

YEARBOOK 2025: The great green battles Labour will win – and those that will best it Can an embattled government meet the environmental tests of its time? For part three of our new special report, top experts predict what the green policy victories – and failures – will be by the time...

Government must commit to delivering a planning system for people & nature instead of talking up deregulation🏘️

Our CEO @richardbenwell.bsky.social spoke to @endsreport.com about whether the Government can deliver a housing boom that doesn't cost nature👇

www.endsreport.com/article/1931...

Improving animal welfare through the Common Agricultural Policy - IEEP AISBL Farmed animal welfare is a growing priority for EU citizens, but many farm animals across the EU are still not kept in acceptable welfare conditions. This first EU-wide review of how the Common Agricultural Policy’s national Strategic Plans for 2023 – 2027 incentivise actions to enhance the welfare of farm animals evaluates both the design and ambition of national measures, and identifies best practices, critical gaps, and ways forward.

🐷🐮🐔 Farmed animal welfare is a growing concern for EU citizens, but many farm animals are still not kept in acceptable conditions.

Our review of the #CAP Strategic Plans shows that they fall short of driving real progress 👇

@eurogroupforanimals.org

🌍 We’re excited to share that our latest Environment Report is now live!
As an SME, we have the opportunity to be a net-zero organisation by taking conscious decisions about our energy use and offsetting where necessary. We proudly support @worldlandtrust.org
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A quote graphic, sharing a quote from NBF chair and principal geoscientist at BGS Darren Beriro, which says "The report findings demonstrate the need to improve how environmental and planning policies in England interact to support the planning and development of brownfield land. The evidence collected suggests that this will increase the amount of brownfield land that is being successfully re-used for housing and infrastructure." At the bottom of the graphic is an image of reclaimed brownfield land in the heart of Nottingham.

National Brownfield Forum research on the interactions of policies affecting planning & development of brownfield land has been published.

The report is for those interested in growth & investment missions for brownfield-led housing & infrastructure.

www.bgs.ac.uk/news/new-res...

Invasive non-native species data saves £200 million in management costs and £2 billion in damage costs from the yellow legged hornet alone.

New report summary for @ukceh.bsky.social on our website.
www.eftec.co.uk/projects/eco...
(60-yr PV) #econsky #inns #research #valuechain

Nature loss will cut UK GDP by 5% without action from private sector, say experts Report finds regenerative approach could yield economic benefits while helping to meet environmental targets

New report highlights the need for creating nature-positive economic plans in the midst of planning a new national plan for nature and the environment. Report from Green Finance Institute (GFI) and @worldwildlife.org
www.theguardian.com/environment/...

A quality report that highlights the benefits of valuing both nature and people

🌿 A new EEA report highlights the urgent need to protect & restore #forests as our natural ally for absorbing CO₂: www.eea.europa.eu/en/newsroom/...

The sector holds major potential to support climate neutrality and deliver significant co-benefits for people and nature.

#ClimateAction #CarbonSink

All news - ECHA

📢 New PFAS restriction proposal shows the complexity of regulating PFAS while balancing health, environment, and supply chains.
Understanding these restrictions requires in-depth cost-benefit analysis—that’s why we work with public sector and businesses across sectors.
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🌍 Global Plastics Treaty – a missed opportunity but the work goes on!
While the global treaty process has stalled, public regulators and private investors are both pushing ahead with action, showing that the will for progress is there.

www.eftec.co.uk/projects/opt...
#plasticspolicy #econsky

Business needs high ambition policy and international consistency to deliver a circular economy. - Aldersgate Group New report finds the UK’s circular economy regulation is increasingly...

Moving towards a Circular Economy means redesigning systems & supply chains so that materials, ecosystems, and value are sustained for the long term.
See @aldersgategroup.bsky.social and @ieep.eu's briefing on how to do this right:
www.aldersgategroup.org.uk/publications...
#econsky #circulareconomy

Business needs high ambition policy and international consistency to deliver a circular economy. - Aldersgate Group New report finds the UK’s circular economy regulation is increasingly...

UK–EU circular economy gap is growing. New @aldersgategroup.bsky.social & @ieep.eu report urges action to align standards & protect businesses from low-quality imports.🌍 Its time to scale ambition & lead on circularity.
Read more: www.aldersgategroup.org.uk/publications...

University of Glasgow filmed theatre play will help explore climate crisis impact on UK forests A filmed theatre production has secured additional funding from the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) to expand its reach and spark discussions about the complex challenges facing UK forests...

Three Words for Forest - a filmed play exploring UK forests & climate crisis - gets new AHRC funding to expand access & spark dialogue. 🌲

@deeheddon.bsky.social

Agreed!

A well-functioning BNG market could trade over 13,000 BUs annually compared to the current BAU scenario of 7,000 units - finds a new study from eftec with @the-wildlifetrusts.bsky.social

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#econsky #bngmarket #biodiversity

A natural capital refresh🌊
ONS' Marine and Coastal Margins natural capital account for 2025 is now live.
www.ons.gov.uk/releases/mar...

£50 million toward researching the environment? Yes please.

Scot Gov's Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture Research Strategy 2027-32 Draft is online for review.

consult.gov.scot/environment-...

Very cool to see the geography of GHG impacts across Norway

Nature Towns and Cities launches with £15million investment We’re supporting 40 towns and cities across the UK to improve and create accessible green spaces, streets and neighbourhoods.

We’ve announced a £15million investment in Nature Towns and Cities, a UK-wide mission to enable millions of people to enjoy nature and green space close to home. It’s a partnership with The National Lottery Heritage Fund, National Trust and Natural England. www.heritagefund.org.uk/news/nature-...

Sad to see but encouraging that these figures are being tracked

The image shows an aerial view of a snow-covered peatland with clusters of trees, blending dark green and golden tones. The text reads: “GLOBAL PEATLAND WATCH 2.0 – Foundational map for the Global Peatlands Assessment.”

Peatlands are critical to combating the climate crisis, preserving biodiversity, and more. Yet, they are under increased threat.

The Global Peatlands Map 2.0 provides key data on the status of peatlands: wesrmapportal.unep.org/portal/apps/...

The UN's Decision To Let Countries Sue Each Other Over Climate Change Is A Regrettable Necessity Some nations are experiencing far more extreme weather than others. It's time to make things a little fairer.

Joana Setzer was in the Huffington Post discussing the ICJ ruling that governments could be held legally accountable for failing to tackle the climate crisis.

How can natural capital accounting support investment decisions?🍃
Nuveen Natural Capital & eftec have collaborated to build their accounting practice to include nature! This work allows them to track the impact of their investments on nature.
www.eftec.co.uk/post/researc...
#Econsky #naturalcapital

Real-world examples in the @IPBES.net #NexusAssessment highlight the benefits of #EcosystemRestoration for tackling nexus challenges:

🌱 Boosts biodiversity
💧 Secures clean water
🍽️ Improves food production
🌡️ Mitigates climate change

Discover more: https://ipbes.net/node/85582

If all small sites (>1 hectare) were exempt from BNG, 97% of applications would be exempt from BNG requirement, rendering the market unnecessary and resulting in avoided BU compensation payments of up to £250 million a year.
#econsky #BNG
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