Publication Type

Journal Article

Version

publishedVersion

Publication Date

12-2025

Abstract

Nature in cities is essential for human well-being. Quantifying and valuing the goods and services provided by nature to city dwellers is missing in tropical contexts. Yet, as cities worldwide face similar challenges, understanding the services provided by tropical urban ecosystems becomes imperative for effective management. Here, we present the first Natural Capital Assessment of a tropical city, unveiling three critical insights. Firstly, we demonstrate the vital reliance of a developed tropical city on nature, particularly for climate change mitigation through regulating services. Secondly, we identify intact natural areas as Singapore’s most valuable assets, stressing the significance of the quality of urban greenery in enhancing ecosystem services. Lastly, we highlight the importance of nurturing connections between urban residents and nature, fostering relational values crucial for sustained care and conservation of nature.

Keywords

Natural Capital Assessment, Ecosystem services, Tropical city, Regulating services, Climate change

Discipline

Asian Studies | Nature and Society Relations | Urban Studies and Planning

Publication

Ecosytem Services

Volume

76

First Page

1

Last Page

21

ISSN

2212-0416

Identifier

10.1016/j.ecoser.2025.101774

Publisher

Elsevier

Copyright Owner and License

Authors-CC-BY

Comments

Gret-Regamey Adrienne, Saunders Justine, Edwards Peter, Richards Daniel, Alemu Jahson I., Bhatia Natasha, Carrasco Roman, Drillet Zuzana, Fung Tze Kwan, Gaw Yan Feng Leon, Jaung Wanggi, Law Andrea, Leong Rachel Ai Ting, Lim Aikeen Youu Ming, Masoudi Mahyar, Nathan Yudhishthra, Oh Rachel Rui Ying, Ooi Wen Ting, Shaikh Fairul Edros Ahmad, Song Xiao Ping, Tan Claudia L. Y., Tan Puay Yok, Wicki Sergio, Wong Lynn-Wei, Yan Yanyun, Yando Erik, Yee Alex Thiam Koon, Zhang Jingyuan, Friess Daniel A.

Additional URL

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecoser.2025.101774

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