Public servants at legislative levels at local, municipal and national levels of government whose area of work relates to nature, climate and biodiversity.

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Topic: ClimateTopic: Policymaking

Valuing Nature: Methods, Insights and Policy Action

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This course was written in collaboration with experts from the World Resources Institute.

This course gives public servants from diverse countries and backgrounds a shared understanding of nature’s value and how to integrate it into policymaking. You’ll learn why valuation matters, practical ways to measure nature's contributions and strategies to balance environmental, social and economic priorities. By the end, you'll be able to apply the principles and practices of valuing nature in your role.

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Understand the diverse values of nature, the history of its valuation, key stakeholders and its role in sustainable policymaking
Choose the most suitable valuation methods for assessing nature’s true value across different contexts
Assess how valuation can be embedded in the policy cycle to enhance decision-making
Plan to integrate nature valuation in your work and with key stakeholders

Our courses will help you get ahead in government. We take a highly practical approach to learning: we combine bitesize theory lessons with tools and resources you can use right away. You'll also learn from your peers in the Apolitical community, through discussion forums and live events.