Natural capital linked to higher economic output across EU regions, paper finds

Published 13:16 on May 14, 2026 / Last updated at 13:16 on May 14, 2026 / / EMEA (Europe), Nature & Biodiversity (Policy)

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Ecosystem services such as pollination, flood control, and carbon sequestration are linked to stronger economic performance across EU regions, according to a study led by an academic from the EU Commission’s Joint Research Centre.
Ecosystem services such as pollination, flood control, and carbon sequestration are linked to stronger economic performance across EU regions, according to a study led by an academic from the EU Commission’s Joint Research Centre.


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