Natural Investments has been invited to join the 2026 cohort of The Lab! As one of the world’s foremost climate and nature finance incubators, the Lab has already mobilised more than $4 billion in solutions across emerging economies. The six-month application process also filtered out more than 1000 applications to invite just 8 to join, and Natural Investments was one of them. This selection represents an important milestone for Natural Investments and the broader Natural Capital group.
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Natural Capital has just been selected as a winner of the UpLink Nature Returns Investment Challenge! This is an amazing initiative run through the World Economic Forum, recognising innovative solutions in the nature finance space. The award is a true honour, celebrating Natural Capital on the biggest stage, and reinforces our commitment to unlocking investment opportunities that protect African landscapes for the long-term.
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Our theory of change aligns ecological restoration with inclusive local economic development and financial returns.
High-value ecosystems are secured, effectively managed, and resilient to climate change.
High-value conservation landscapes are identified, secured, and established
Conservation areas are effectively managed and ecologically restored
Biodiversity, climate, and ecosystem health are monitored using robust science
Local communities experience equitable benefits, improved livelihoods, and active participation in conservation.
Better jobs and diversified livelihood opportunities are created
Individuals achieve higher levels of employment, fair wages, and economic stability
Women and underrepresented groups are empowered and included in decision-making
Conservation landscapes are supported by long-term, diversified, and scalable capital.
Conservation projects are designed with the financial, legal, and ecological structures needed for investment
Philanthropic, private, and public capital are mobilised and deployed at scale
Sustainable revenue models ensure long-term financial resilience