1. Applying practical methods for valuing ecosystem services in urban contexts
Rasmus Reinvang
Vista Analyse,
Brussels, 28 October 2015

2. Role in OpenNESS Vista is part of the Oslo urban case study
Engage with municipality stakeholders and business developers
Identify and carry out concrete examples of valuation of urban ecosystem services
Publicize and share experiences to promote application of ecosystem service valuation in urban contexts
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3. Main expected outputs
Report publication documenting 4 practical and relevant Oslo examples
Fact sheets and icons presenting the 4 case examples as well as urban ecosystem services relevant in Oslo
Presentations at 3 seminars for pobluc officials and business stakeholders
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4. Main expected benefits to the company
Knowledge development
Bridging the gap between science and policy makers
Bridging the gap between science and developers
Stimulating a new market niche for ecosystem service valuation
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5. Generic lessons for SMEs
Identify the interface between the science and the practical application
Identify the potential markets; in which existing processes with money flows can the service be useful?
Dialogue with stakeholders (potential users of your services) to customize is crucial.
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