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.
: Total spatial footprint
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 E4-5 35 Area of sites owned, leased or managed in or near protected areas (PA) or key biodiversity areas (KBA) that undertaking is negatively affecting. Shall statement. E4 asks units in hectares.
GBF Target 1
GRI: 101-5-a Report location and size in hectares of its sites with the most significant impacts on biodiversity.
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 not develop any new project/site in or near priority areas (PA's), or key biodiversity areas (KBA's) from [target year]
Target source: WBCSD target template
Additional target notes
Alternative target for consideration: [Company name] will reduce the surface area of sites in or near priority areas (PA's), or key biodiversity areas (KBA's) by [target amount, in absolute ha, or percentage] by [target year] compared with a [target baseline] baseline. (Source - WBCSD target template)
Sector
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Each metric applies to one sector.
Built Environment
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 MaterialsManufacturingEnd of Life
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.
Select and change suppliers to move production to a lower-impact location
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
Avoid material extraction in areas of significant biodiversity value