World Bank says economies must protect nature to grow
Reboot Development argues that growth depends on healthy nature. The World Bank links degraded forests, soils, air, and water to slower GDP and poorer health. Forests store “green water” that stabilizes crops and drought risk. Excess fertilizer lowers yields and pollutes rivers and coasts. Dirty air and unsafe water cut learning and productivity and cause millions of deaths. Cities can cool and save energy through greening and compact design. The report calls for better data, smart policies, and rapid evaluation.
