Background: Ecosystem services — or “work” that nature does for people and the economy, such as clean water and air, flood protection, water purification, carbon sequestration, and fish production — are things that nature does to support our physical, social, and economic well-being. This workshop instructs on nature’s services, their value, and how they can move development decisions toward the restoration and protection of Puget Sound’s ecosystems.

Earth Economics is organizing the first-ever large scale valuation of our region’s natural capital as a tool to raise awareness of the fundamental connections between healthy ecosystems and a healthy economy. You and your organization are most welcome to participate. Please join to us to help develop the tools we need to bring Puget Sound back to health!