The unit(s) of measurement applicable to the metric.
: Metric tonnes (t)
Indicator
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Indicators were developed by WBCSD. Learn more on the Methodology page.
: Pollutants released to environment
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 E2-4 28a AR 21-22
GBF Target 7
TNFD C2.0, C2.1 and C2.4. Emissions (mass) by pollutant split by sector/geographical area/type of source/site location
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 reduce emissions of [pollutant type] release to [air/water/soil] in [target location(s)] by [target amount, absolute or percentage] by [target year], compared with a [baseline year] baseline.
Target source: WBCSD target template
Sector
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Each metric applies to one sector.
Energy
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 MaterialsManufacturing
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
Related actions
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The other actions that the metric is mapped to.
Implement effective legal, policy and administrative measures to reduce pollution and waste risks and avoid introducing any harmful levels of pollutants to biodiversity and ecosystem functions and service
Implement operational anti-pollution measures and monitoring plans for new and operating sites
Develop and implement sourcing guidelines that prioritize sustainable commodities and suppliers committed to sustainable practices