Dueling paradigms -- Our precious endowment -- Understanding our natural endowment -- A tale of two energy crises -- Dysfunctional markets -- Nature as guide -- Closing the materials loop -- Shifting back to renewable energy sources -- Economic succession -- Economic resiliency -- Conclusion.

pt. 1. Understanding the intricate interplays between biodiversity and economic systems -- pt. 2. Enhancing biodiversity conservation outside formally protected areas -- pt. 3. Involving the private sector in biodiversity conservation -- pt. 4. Transforming biodiversity governance at national...