The unit(s) of measurement applicable to the metric.
: Metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent (tCO2e)
Indicator
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Indicators were developed by WBCSD. Learn more on the Methodology page.
: GHG emissions
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.
UN - FCCC: This metric is aligned with the requirements of the framework.
TNFD is aligned with IFRS 2, 29.a.i
ESRS E1-6
SBTi - FLAG: Carbon Removals and Storage
GRI 305-1 Direct (Scope 1) GHG emissions
CDP - This metric is aligned with the requirements of the framework.
GHG-P - LSRG: This metric is aligned with the requirements of the framework.
WBCSD Regen Ag Outcome: Minimize GHG emissions
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] commits to reduce total greenhouse gas emissions by [target amount, in absolute MT CO2e, or percentage] by [target year] compared to a [baseline year] baseline.
Target source: WBCSD target template
Sector
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Each metric applies to one sector.
Agri-food
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 MaterialsManufacturingDistribution
Metric assessment
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The relevance and feasibility scores were determined by WBCSD member companies. Learn more on the Methodology page.
Relevance:High
Feasibility:High
Additional Metric Notes
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More details or context about the metric not captured above.
Rationale:
The emissions should be disaggregated by scope and species in accordance with the GHG Protocol. For land-use emissions, both intensity-based and absolute metrics are recommended. Intensity-based metrics can be used to derive total emissions and are sometimes required for reporting, such as in SBTi commodity pathways. It is important to note that total GHG emissions may decrease even when intensity increases, depending on the volumes being procured.
Additional/complementary metrics:
Disaggregation by: scope (1,2,3), emission species (eg CO2, N2O, NH4, etc), activity type (ie, land-use change, land mgt, livestock, farm equiment, transportation/refrigerants, etc)
Intensity metric: CO2e emissions/volume of product
Related actions
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The other actions that the metric is mapped to.
Support and incentivize regenerative agriculture and sustainable intensification outcomes at sourcing locations
Reduce GHG emissions from operations and land use activities
Reduce GHG emissions from processing and food manufacturing
Reduce GHG emissions from resource extraction and production processes
Reduce GHG emissions from transportation and distribution
Implement precision technology and practices to optimize agri-inputs and drive sustainable intensification
Develop and deploy inputs and technology to drive sustainable intensification and regenerative agriculture outcomes
Develop and implement practices to drive regenerative agriculture