Quality of ecosystems relative to pre-determined reference state

Unit : Square kilometers (km²) x condition score, Hectares (ha) x condition score, Percentage (%) deviation from reference condition

Indicator : Ecosystem condition

Metric Type : State

Frameworks alignment notes

DR E4-5 ref 41 b (i) Disclosure of quality of ecosystems relative to pre-determined reference state

Target 10

Target example

[Company name] will improve the condition of [specify ecosystem(s)] at [target locations] to at least [target amount, %] of it/their reference state by [target year].

Target Source: WBCSD target template

Sector

Built Environment

Value chain stage

Raw Materials Manufacturing Use End of Life

Metric assessment

Relevance: Medium

Feasibility: Low

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Quality of ecosystems relative to pre-determined reference state

Frameworks alignment notes

Target example

Sector

Value chain stage

Metric assessment

Related Actions

Support targeted species recovery programs to restore genetic diversity among populations of native, wild and domesticated species at operating sites

Undertake compensatory conservation through target-based ecological compensation

Use nature-based solutions for flood mitigation/storm protection

Select and manage native, local plants species on-site and in landscaping to retain biodiversity

Protect biodiversity during harvesting and production

Reduce disturbances (e.g., light, noise, vibration) from operations on surrounding environment

Implement ecologically appropriate management regimes for the respective site

Design and implement projects that avoid natural habitats, maintain habitat connectivity, and prioritize ecosystem functioning and services

Develop appropriate environmental management plans to avoid and reduce soil compaction

Engage and invest in the restoration or afforestation of degraded land within or around operations

Engage in context-based landscape management approaches (e.g., watershed stewardship and enhancing biodiversity)

Avoid establishing operations in / adjacent to areas of significant biodiversity value

Avoid establishing waste management facilities in or adjacent to areas of significant biodiversity value

Create buffer zones/ecological corridors around valuable ecosystems