Natural Asset Partners is a specialist natural capital advisory firm established to help landowners, developers & investors navigate the emerging natural capital landscape and opportunities.
We build partnerships for nature recovery.
Our Formative Years
Restoring Nature at Scale
Natural Asset Partners was formed by bringing together individuals from a diverse range of professions, each uniquely integral to enabling a successful natural capital advisory firm.
We unite ecological expertise and traditional environmental consulting with finance and investment strategy, alongside practical land management experience. By blending these skill sets and perspectives, we deliver a holistic and thorough approach to every project.
Our Leadership Team
Meet the Experts Driving Innovation in Natural Capital and Biodiversity Projects
Chris Cooper
Co-Founder
As a professional ecologist and a member of CIEEM, Chris’ career has included research at Cambridge University, reforming Natural England’s approach to environmental monitoring and reporting, and as a technical lead for the Environment Agency’s Natural Capital Team. At Natural Asset Partners, Chris leads the ecological arm, working closely with landowners and developers.
Chris Cooper
Co-Founder
Paddy Harlow
Co-Founder
Paddy’s background is in real estate investment and asset management. He launched Rosethorn Capital Partners, a specialist investment manager, in partnership with Long Harbour and the Ontario Teachers' Pension Fund. Before that, he worked with Brookfield and played a key role in its £3.4bn sale. Paddy has strong connections across real estate and development, focusing on BNG strategy and natural capital investment opportunities.
Paddy Harlow
Co-Founder
Jack Hoare
Partner
Jack has extensive experience in agriculture across the UK, Australia, and Canada before managing several UK estates. He has led transitions to regenerative agriculture and integrated habitat restoration. Jack previously launched Forage Direct, helping landowners access new markets for alternative crops. Alongside growing business with developers and landowners, he leads NAP’s habitat management division.
Jack Hoare
Partner
Our Partners
Restoring Nature at Scale
Pioneering in the natural capital space requires a diverse range of expertise.
We are always keen to explore new opportunities and partnerships - please get in touch.
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Let's build a greener future!
Connect with Us to Explore Partnership Opportunities
Whether you’re a landowner looking to unlock the value of your natural assets, a developer navigating BNG requirements, or an investor interested in sustainable returns, we’d love to hear from you. At Natural Asset Partners, we’re dedicated to creating meaningful partnerships that drive impactful natural capital projects across the UK. Reach out today, and let’s discuss how we can work together to create a lasting legacy for our environment and communities.
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