The Dasgupta Review - The Economics of Biodiversity - Interim Report April 2020

The Dasgupta Review is an independent, global review on the Economics of Biodiversity led by Professor Sir Partha Dasgupta (Frank Ramsey Professor Emeritus, University of Cambridge). The Review was commissioned last year by HM Treasury and is supported by an Advisory Panel drawn from public policy, science, economics, finance and business.

The independent Review will explore the sustainability of our engagements with Nature – what we take from it; how we transform what we take from it and return to it; why we have disrupted Nature’s processes; and what we must urgently do differently to enhance our collective wealth and well-being, and that of our descendants.

This interim report sets out the approach the Review is taking, including the main economic and scientific concepts that underpin the work. A comprehensive framework and recommended options for change will be covered in the final report later this year.

Upcoming events

Professor Dasgupta will deliver a live-streamed public lecture and Q&A on Thursday 7 May, hosted by the London School of Economics and Political Science. The Review team will also be holding two open briefing sessions on Tuesday 12 and Wednesday 20 May. Further details, including how to sign up for both of these, can be found below.

Public lecture

Professor Dasgupta will deliver a virtual public lecture. The hour-long session – which will be chaired by Minouche Shafik, the Director of the London School of Economics – will give participants a chance to hear Professor Dasgupta speak about the key economic and scientific concepts underpinning the Review. Participants will also have the opportunity to ask questions. The lecture  will take place on Thursday 7 May at 1.00 p.m. BST. You can find more information about the lecture here and register for it here.

Open briefing webinar

You are invited to take part in one of two open briefing webinars, hosted by the Review team. This will be an opportunity to hear about the interim report, ask questions, and provide feedback. The webinars will be held on Tuesday 12 May between 11.00 a.m. to 12.00 p.m. and Wednesday 20 May between 4.00 and 5.00 p.m. BST. Follow these links to register your interest: 12 May and 20 May.