What does this indicator measure?
The estimated tonnes of carbon sequestered by key natural assets in Saskatoon’s Green Network (tCO2e/hectare/year).
Carbon is absorbed and stored in soils, roots, wetlands, grasslands, trees, and other plants. The process of removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere is called sequestration.
Why this indicator matters?
Tracking sequestration provides essential data for climate action, supports policy-making, and underscores the multiple benefits of integrating nature-based solutions into urban environments.
Details
The City is working on creating a natural capital asset valuation methodology to identify the ecosystem services value of Saskatoon's green network. As an emerging field, this work is being built on over time. The City published the Natural Capital Asset Valuation Pilot Project Report in 2020 and worked with Habitat in 2026 to update these values.
