8 Forms of Capital Formation

Implementation and Measurement Strategies

Form of Capital	Implementation	Measurement
Natural	Partner with local environmental agencies to conduct soil and biodiversity assessments before planting. Develop a phased planting schedule over 3 years to establish the 15,000 coconut tree farm. Implement a drip irrigation system and mulching practices to conserve water.	Annual soil quality tests (measuring organic matter, nutrient levels, and microbial activity). Quarterly biodiversity surveys to track changes in local flora and fauna. Monthly water usage metrics compared to traditional farming methods.
Financial	Secure initial funding through a combination of grants, impact investments, and microloans. Establish a transparent financial management system with regular audits. Create a dedicated fund for the 1% public goods allocation.	Monthly revenue tracking from coconut sales and by-products. Quarterly financial reports including profit margins and return on investment. Annual impact report detailing the use and outcomes of the public goods fund.
Social	Establish a local hiring program with clear job descriptions and skill requirements. Form a community advisory board to guide project decisions and community engagement. Develop a schedule of monthly community events and workshops.	Quarterly employment reports (number of jobs created, wages, employee satisfaction). Annual community surveys to assess project perception and community cohesion. Track attendance and feedback from community events and workshops.
Human	Develop a comprehensive training curriculum covering all aspects of sustainable syntropic farming. Partner with local schools to integrate agricultural education into their programs. Launch a mentorship program pairing experienced farmers with new entrants.	Pre- and post-training assessments to measure skill acquisition. Track the number of students participating in agricultural education programs. Annual assessment of mentorship program (number of pairs, satisfaction rates, skill transfer).
Material	Conduct a community infrastructure needs assessment. Develop a 5-year infrastructure development plan. Establish partnerships with local construction firms and material suppliers.	Quarterly progress reports on infrastructure projects (completion rates, budget adherence). Annual community surveys on satisfaction with new infrastructure. Track usage rates of new facilities (e.g., processing units, storage facilities).
Intellectual	Establish a research partnership with a local university. Create an online knowledge-sharing platform for farmers. Implement an innovation challenge program for coconut waste management solutions.	Number of research papers published annually. Monthly metrics on platform usage (active users, content uploads, knowledge exchanges). Track the number and quality of innovations produced through the challenge program.
Cultural	Conduct interviews with elder farmers to document traditional practices. Organize an annual festival celebrating local agricultural heritage. Develop a school program teaching the cultural significance of coconut farming.	Create a database of traditional farming practices and track their integration into current methods. Measure attendance and economic impact of the annual festival. Survey students' knowledge and appreciation of local agricultural heritage before and after the school program.
Health	Conduct a community health needs assessment. Partner with local health providers to expand services using public goods funds. Implement a comprehensive occupational health and safety program for contributors.	Annual community health metrics (access to healthcare, common health indicators). Track usage of new or expanded health services. Monitor workplace accident rates and health outcomes for contributors.