In the heart of Kuala Lumpur’s concrete jungle, a silent struggle for survival is unfolding. As the city’s skyline continues its rapid ascent, the "green lungs" that sustain it from the iconic Bukit Kiara to the urban forests of Taman Tugu, face unprecedented pressure from land scarcity and development. Nature’s Capital provides a timely and rigorous investigation into the economic life of Kuala Lumpur’s green spaces. Moving beyond the "environment versus economy" dichotomy, Nur Shafiza demonstrates how economic valuation serves as a powerful shield for conservation. By quantifying the tangible benefits of these spaces from flood mitigation and cooling effects to the enhancement of property values and public health, this book offers a roadmap for policymakers, activists, and citizens. It is an essential guide for anyone looking to understand how the language of economics can be harnessed to protect the natural heritage of Malaysia’s capital.