The report highlights the importance of natural capital management for businesses and investors. It explains that natural capital provides the ecosystem goods and services that underpin the economy, and that improved stewardship can increase efficiency and operational performance, and mitigate risks. The report also notes that a few companies are leading the way in reporting on natural capital impacts and dependencies, and that this reporting is becoming increasingly important for investors. The report concludes by suggesting that companies can better meet investor needs by reporting on natural capital in a more transparent and comprehensive manner.