Change in relevant habitat for threatened species as proxy for impact on local population extinction risk
Unit
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The unit(s) of measurement applicable to the metric.
: Hectares (ha)
Indicator
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Indicators were developed by WBCSD. Learn more on the Methodology page.
: Area of land/freshwater/ocean-use change
Metric type
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The category of nature-related metrics. Learn more on the Methodology page.
: Pressure
Framework alignment notes
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The details of a metric’s alignment to each framework, including where the same or similar metric can be found within the listed framework.
ESRS E4-5 40d (ii)
GBF Target 4
GRI 101-7 The organization can report information for the following species: species whose local or overall populations have or could be changed significantly; species that are legally protected by local, natoonal or international laws and conventions; species that are recognized as a priority species at the local, national or international level; species that have a critical role in the ecosystem; species that have a significant cultural or economic role for stakeholders (e.g., hunting, harvesting, pollination)
Target example
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An example target and the target source are presented to illustrate how a target could be set for this metric. Learn more on the Methodology page.
[Company name] will have zero conversion of [specify relevant threatened species] habitat in [target location(s)] by [2025, or earliest post-2025 date], compared with a 2020* cutoff year
(* While the cutoff date of 2020 and the goal of no conversion is aligned both to science and international commitments and policies, the target date may differ based on implementation hurdles and local context.)
Target source: Adapted from SBTN Land Target
Sector
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Each metric applies to one sector.
Built Environment
Value chain stage
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Each metric applies to one or more stages of the value chain aligned with the associated actions.
Raw MaterialsManufacturingUseEnd of Life
Metric assessment
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The relevance and feasibility scores were determined by WBCSD member companies. Learn more on the Methodology page.
Relevance:Medium
Feasibility:Low
Related actions
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The other actions that the metric is mapped to.
Support targeted species recovery programs to restore genetic diversity among populations of native, wild and domesticated species at operating sites
Undertake compensatory conservation through target-based ecological compensation
Select and manage native, local plants species on-site and in landscaping to retain biodiversity
Protect biodiversity during harvesting and production
Implement ecologically appropriate management regimes for the respective site
Design and implement projects that avoid natural habitats, maintain habitat connectivity, and prioritize ecosystem functioning and services
Engage and invest in the restoration or afforestation of degraded land within or around operations
Engage in context-based landscape management approaches (e.g., watershed stewardship and enhancing biodiversity)
Avoid establishing operations in / adjacent to areas of significant biodiversity value
Avoid establishing waste management facilities in or adjacent to areas of significant biodiversity value
Avoid harmful activities during times of vulnerability for key and threatened local species
Create a no-dams policy on remaining free-flowing rivers
Create buffer zones/ecological corridors around valuable ecosystems