TMO goes over natural cap rates, a concept developed at BASIN to value natural assets based on the stocks and flows of natural capital. Drawing from over 20 years of commercial and investment real estate experience, TMO explains the fundamentals of traditional cap rates in real estate and introduces the innovative application of natural cap rates to protect and restore ecosystems. Discover how natural asset ensurance can incentivize investing in nature and learn about the financial models that can make conservation and restoration investable. Dive into real-world examples and explore how this new approach can balance ecological value with financial returns to ensure a healthier planet for future generations.00:00 Introduction and Overview00:26 Understanding Cap Rates in Real Estate01:20 Introducing Natural Cap Rates04:12 Valuing Ecosystem Services07:00 Financing Nature for Conservation09:53 Using Calculators to Value Nature - Edward Abbey edit15:33 Comparing Natural and Commercial Cap Rates21:18 Natural Asset Ensurance and Conservation26:17 Connecting Habitats and Landscapes26:39 Global Safety Net and Habitat Connectivity27:42 Valuing Natural Capital28:43 Ecosystem Service Values and Financial Instruments29:22 Case Study: Wetlands Property Valuation30:09 Investment Models and Ensurance Policies33:13 Financial Models for Natural Capital41:04 Negotiating Deals and Cap Rates48:02 Challenges and Opportunities in Natural Capital Investment50:22 Conclusion and Contact Information

Natural Asset Ensurance

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