The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity (TEEB)
Q. Which of the following is/are true regarding The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity (TEEB)?
1) It is an initiative to draw attention to the global economic benefits of biodiversity.
2) It is a is a study led by Pavan Sukhdev.- Published on 14 Nov 16a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
ANSWER: Both 1 and 2
- The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity (TEEB) is a global initiative focused on “making nature’s values visible”.
- Its principal objective is to mainstream the values of biodiversity and ecosystem services into decision-making at all levels.
- It aims to achieve this goal by following a structured approach to valuation that helps decision-makers recognize the wide range of benefits provided by ecosystems and biodiversity, demonstrate their values in economic terms and, where appropriate, capture those values in decision-making.
- TEEB is a study led by Pavan Sukhdev.