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Vision for a Nature Positive Economy in the North

Through collaboration, leadership and by making the most of our Northern advantages, we can create the UK’s first nature positive regional economy. A prosperous and thriving North, where nature’s recovery attracts investment and is integral to economic growth, resilient communities, improved health and better places to live. A region where every sector is doing their part for nature, and we work inclusively so everyone can benefit. A place that invests in people, skills and capacity, enabling green careers and a just transition. A North that is leading for nature, with outstanding nature recovery.

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Policy

The natural environment and its role in climate resilience and clean growth is at the heart of northern policy.

Collaboration

Public, private and third sectors regularly work together for a well funded, well-planned and strategic approach to restoration and enhancement of the natural environment.

Leadership

The North is recognised as an environmental leader in nature recovery driving green growth and climate resilience and influences others.

Progress

A North in which there are measurable improvements in the state of the environment, climate resilience and green growth.