| dc.description.abstract | Recent efforts to assess the state and value of ecosystems on a global level have
been increasing, within this research, ecosystem services and their relation to businesses
has also been expanding. Although there are gaps in the existing literature on the
accuracy and applicability of measuring and valuating ecosystem services, jurisdictions
are beginning to recognize that ecosystems provide essential services to the economy. In
Nova Scotia Canada, the Environmental Goals and Sustainable Prosperity Act recognizes
this interrelation. This thesis discusses why ecosystem services should be given higher
priority by businesses by demonstrating the applicability of the Corporate Ecosystem
Services Review using a local company, Acadian Seaplants Limited, as a case example.
This thesis focuses on the state of the coastal zone, the results show that Nova Scotia is
experiencing threats to ecosystem health and this is resulting in economic losses. The
discussion investigates the incorporation of environment and economy and explains that
there is a business case for recognizing ecosystem services as limited resources that are
essential to business operation and human well being. The findings could be useful for
business leaders, academics, students, organizations, and government | en_US |
