50 Investible Opportunities for a New Nature Economy Supplementary Appendix 2026

35 Advanced plastic sorting uses AI, computer vision, and spectroscopic sensors (NIR/hyperspectral) to identify and separate complex plastics at high purity and speed. – Reduced land and more effective resource use : Higher recovery lowers landfill demand and reduces reliance on virgin resin extraction. – Pollution prevention: Cuts plastic leakage and incineration volumes, improving air and water quality. Archetype Scalable Nature impact Transformative impact Suitability of financing and de - risking instruments Technological/ process maturity Capital intensity Scalability Bonds Loans Equity Other De - risking Commercial bonds Thematic bonds Sustainability - linked bonds Impact bonds Commercial loans Thematic loans / project finance Sustainability - linked loans Impact loans Commercial equity Private equity Venture capital Impact equity Blended finance Insurance Advanced market commitments Legend: Low High Low suitability High suitability Payments for ecosystem services Land ecosystem Ocean ecosystem Freshwater use Resource use Pollution Co - benefits Climate Social ✓ – Proven and scalable technology : Mature AI, optical, and robotic sorters already deployed across major markets, with high accuracy. – Modular and easily retrofitted into existing facilities, enabling rapid scale - up and wider adoption with minimal disruption. – Financing suitability characteristics: Financing and technical support for recycling companies can support adoption of advanced plastic sortation technologies which are mature. Commercial loans and project finance are primary instruments to fund equipment procurement and materials recovery facility development, often backed by long - term gate - fee agreements and bale offtake contracts that enhance cash flow stability.– Revenue potential : Higher quality bales can sell at premium, and recyclers earn eco - modulation fees from brands, and “gate fees” . – Moderate upfront investment costs : Automation and efficiency gains reduce operating costs over time. Negative impact Positive impact Financing target Recycling companies Agri, Food & Forestry Chemicals, Plastics & Pharma Construction Materials Energy Mining Technology Transportation & Logistics Cross - sectoral Automotive Fashion & Textiles Leisure Waste Management Metals & Steel Conditions Safeguards in place for microplastic and nanoplastic release Financial impact Revenue increase✓ Opex reduction✓ Capex reduction – Advanced and AI - based plastic sorting techniques FINANCING THE NATURE - POSITIVE TRANSITION