Expenditure on R&D for new and alternative technologies related to mitigation and adaptation of nature-related risks.
Unit
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The unit(s) of measurement applicable to the metric.
: Currency
Indicator
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Indicators were developed by WBCSD. Learn more on the Methodology page.
: Capital allocated to managing nature risks and opportunities
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.
GBF Target 19, Target 20
TNFD A14.0
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 increase its expenditure on R&D related to mitigation and adaptation of nature-related risks by [target amount, in absolute amount, or percentage] by [target year] compared to a [baseline year] baseline.
Target source: WBCSD target template
Sector
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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:Medium
Feasibility:Low
Related actions
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The other actions that the metric is mapped to.
Research or fund innovative ways to reduce the negative impact of the operating process by collaborating with peers or research institutes
Invest in building and site resilience
Develop and implement sourcing guidelines that prioritize sustainable commodities and suppliers committed to sustainable practices
Engage and collaborate with suppliers to adopt innovative, sustainable, and circular materials and solutions