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 conserved or restored
Metric type
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The category of nature-related metrics. Learn more on the Methodology page.
: Response
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 2, Target 3
UN - CCD: This metric is aligned with the requirements of the framework.
TNFD C1.1
ESRS E4-5
SBTN: Land
Target 1: No Conversion of Natural Ecosystems
SBTi - FLAG: This metric is partially aligned with the requirements of the framework.
UNEP - LUFIH: This metric is aligned with the requirements of the framework.
GRI 101-2 Management of biodiversity impacts
CDP - This metric is partially aligned with the requirements of the framework.
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 conserve [target amount, absolute in ha] of [land/freshwater ecosystem] in [target location(s)] 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 Materials
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:
Total area may be disaggregated by relevant designations, such as High Carbon Stock (HCS) forests or areas with High Conservation Values (HCVs). It may also be split by ecosystem type (e.g., forest, wetland, grassland, savannah) or business activity. This metric should be measured on an annual or biannual basis. The scope should include both direct operations and the supply chain, in accordance with the specific regulations or frameworks being followed.
Additional/complementary metrics:
Disaggregation by ecosystem type
Legally required vs voluntary (where jusridictional requirements exist)
Financial investment in activity
Related actions
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The other actions that the metric is mapped to.
Protect areas of significant biodiversity value within or adjacent to operations