The Great Simplification with Nate Hagens No Economies Without Biodiversity: Why Our Markets Rely on the Complexity of Nature with Thomas Crowther
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May 14, 2025 
In this engaging discussion, ecologist Thomas Crowther, founder of Restor, explores the crucial link between biodiversity and economic systems. He emphasizes that biodiversity is not just a number of species, but a vital web of life that maintains ecological stability. Crowther highlights how data can empower individuals and communities to make informed choices for nature's benefit. He discusses the role of forests as carbon sinks and the need for equitable solutions that revive local ecosystems, showcasing the transformative potential of restoring our relationship with the Earth.
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Biodiversity Sustains Life
- Biodiversity is an infinite web of interdependent living things sustaining all life.
- Complex interactions, including both cooperation and predation, stabilize ecosystems over millions of years.
Feedback Loops Drive Biodiversity
- Positive and negative species interactions form feedback loops that increase biodiversity.
- More biodiversity creates stability through complex intransitive loops like rock-paper-scissors.
100% Economy Depends On Biodiversity
- Humanity depends 100% on biodiversity for every resource and ecosystem service.
- Biodiversity's complexity makes it hard for people to grasp despite it being crucial for survival and wellbeing.