Social impact, rights & just transition · Core

Impact measurement

Also called: social-impact measurement

ELI5

Systematic measurement of social or environmental change.

Used in conversation

“State the boundary and evidence behind impact measurement before publishing the claim.”

Pitch context

You will see “Impact measurement” in sustainability reports, impact decks, climate plans and assurance materials when the discussion reaches social impact, rights & just transition.

Why it matters: In social impact, rights & just transition, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

Sources & evidence · 5

Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.