Natural values: The contribution of the natural environment to growth and the economy The conference will demonstrate the value of the natural environment to economic growth and society in Greater Lincolnshire and how this can be incorporated within spatial planning. The day will conclude with the launch of the Central Lincolnshire Biodiversity Opportunity Mapping study. The keynote from Professor David Hill, Chairman of the Environment Bank and Deputy Chair of Natural England will be followed by talks from Paul Learoyd Chief Executive of the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust, Nathan Vear Head of Neighbourhood Improvement at North East Lincolnshire Council and Dominic Watkins of Chris Blandford Associates environmental consultants. Categories Partnership