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The issue explained: Putting a price on nature

Cayman’s new system of natural capital accounts will attempt to elevate environmental considerations in national decisions. Here we look at how it works.
A blue heron wades in the tide pools off Barkers. - Photos: Taneos Ramsay

The multi-billion dollar question: What does Cayman’s environment contribute to the economy?

Cayman’s natural assets have been assessed as having a partial value of more than $3 billion to the islands and its people, according to a groundbreaking analysis that demonstrates the economic value of protecting beaches, coral reefs, mangroves and public open spaces.

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