01Reference

Standards and guidance

Where to start if you are new to the field, and where to follow the standard as it changes.

Standard

SEEA Central Framework

Physical flows, environmental assets and environmental activity, in the terms of the national accounts. Currently being updated.

Standard

SEEA Ecosystem Accounting

The extent and condition of ecosystems and the services they supply to the economy and to people.

Consultation

The SEEA Central Framework update

Global consultations run through 2026, with completion expected in 2028. The Society’s technical working group coordinates practitioner input.

Our own introduction to natural capital accounting

02Coming

What will be published here

  • Introductory explainers on accounting concepts and methods
  • Recordings and slides from Society seminars and workshops
  • Society submissions to consultations
  • Conference materials and selected papers
  • Member-written practice notes
  • News about consultations and professional opportunities