The report, “Natural Capital and Investing in Food Systems Transformation,” explores the critical shift of natural capital from a peripheral environmental issue to a central strategic concern for global investors and corporations. As more than half of global GDP depends on nature, institutional giants like Norges Bank and Goldman Sachs are increasingly integrating natural capital risk assessments and biodiversity-focused products into their core portfolios. Published by Transformational Investing in Food Systems (TIFS), the report highlights the “Missing Middle” investment gap—estimated at $200–$450 billion annually—and details innovative solutions like DiversiFund and the Resilience in Agriculture Lending & Insurance Coalition (RALIC) designed to bridge this divide. Ultimately, the report demonstrates that treating natural capital as a distinct asset class not only mitigates systemic risks but serves as a vital engine for innovation, resilience, and long-term competitive advantage across food, agriculture, and beyond.
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