Nature, resources & circularity · Core

Resource efficiency

Also called: efficient resource use

ELI5

Producing value with less material, energy or water input.

Used in conversation

“Which standard and reporting period govern resource efficiency?”

Pitch context

You will see “Resource efficiency” 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.