Freshwater endemism and freshwater biodiversity richness
Unit
Indicator
Metric type
Framework alignment notes
TNFD Appendix 1: State of Nature Biodiversity Indicators - recommended metrics
SBTN: Freshwater endemism and freshwater biodiversity richness (WWF)
Target example
[Company name] will record the freshwater endemism and freshwater biodiversity richness for [basin] in which they operate. They will also establish a baseline year and update this every time the data layer is updated. If endemic species are recorded, then [Company name] will support landscape level action to conserve the species.
Target source: WBCSD target template
Metric assessment
Relevance:
Low
Feasibility:
Medium
Additional Metric Notes
ACT-D stage
Assess
Maturity stage
Advancing
Metric Contribution to Action
Monitoring endemic and diverse freshwater species identifies areas of ecological importance, driving measures to protect these high-value ecosystems.
Observations, Successes and Challenges
- Data from WWF is widely accepted and standardized.
- Proper interpretation needs input from conservation biologists and ecologists.
- May not reflect overall ecosystem health