Natural Capital: What is it and how to make it work for you
When and where
Date and time
Thu, 15 December 2022, 14:00 – 17:00 GMT
Location
University Centre Shrewsbury Guildhall Frankwell Quay Shrewsbury SY3 8HQ
This event will focus on the use of geospatial data to understand and monitor Natural Capital.
Hosted by Shrewsbury Geospatial Group this event is suited to anyone with an interest in how geospatial data can be used to understand, monitor and verify Natural Capital.
A range of presentations will cover how organisations are using geospatial data for Natural Capital and Biodiversity Net Gain, through the use of case studies and allowing ample opportunity for discussion.
The topics covered and ensuing discussion will benefit any stakeholder linked to Natural Capital, from land owners to professionals working in the environmental sector and anyone wanting to better understand how geospatial data is used to monitor the environment.
AGENDA
14:00 – 14:10 Registration and networking
14:10 – 14:15 Introductions and welcome – Jon Haycox, Environment Agency
14:15 – 14:30 Natural capital and geospatial data – Claire Edwards, Natural England
14:30 – 14:55 Natural capital – what it is and how to make it work for you – Katie Medcalf, Environment Systems
14:55 – 15:20 People as sensors: a community based approach to flood risk management – Namrata Bhattacharya-Mis, University of Chester
15:20 – 15:45 Data fusion for nature based restoration and green finance – Polly Coleman, Ordnance Survey
15:45 – 16:00 Break and networking
Quick fire talks
16:00 -16:20 Biodiversity net gain – George Offer, Environment Bank
16:20 – 16:35 Using GIS to aid sustainable land management – Russell Rowley, Severn Gorge Countryside Trust
16:35 – 16:50 Geospatial data for natural capital mapping and carbon estimation – Mike Kelly, Shropshire hills AONB
16:50 – 17:00 Next steps, opportunity for further discussion, and networking – Jon Haycox, Environment Agency
