National Grid charges up natural capital thinking

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Company aims to assess portfolio for opportunities to improve ecosystems services under 'Natural Grid' plan

National Grid is examining how the value of goods and services provided by nature can be embedded into its planning and decision-making. The company in charge of the UK's energy infrastructure has enlisted...

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