Nature, resources & circularity · Core

Impact on nature

Also called: nature impact

ELI5

Positive or negative change to biodiversity, ecosystems or natural resources caused by activity.

Used in conversation

“The sustainability report needs the method, exclusions and assurance status for impact on nature.”

Pitch context

You will see “Impact on nature” in sustainability reports, impact decks, climate plans and assurance materials when the discussion reaches nature, resources & circularity.

Why it matters: In nature, resources & circularity, the reporting boundary, method, period and evidence can materially change the claim.

Caution

State the reporting boundary, method, period and evidence; standards, regulation and assurance requirements vary.

Sources & evidence · 3

Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.