ABSTRACT
The impact of businesses on nature such as pollution, climate, and deforestation are harming biodiversity and threatening species. Countries have been unable to identify the main drivers behind biodiversity loss, to implement adequate legislation, or to gather the necessary financial resources to stop the exploitation of species, the report concludes. Loss of biodiversity is not only a tragedy for nature but also a major problem for humanity and the economy. The methodology on biodiversity impact needs to evolve in a way similar to that of climate change. Methodologies on climate change impact began by strictly calculating carbon footprint. In conclusion, investors can steer capital to companies and activities that have reduced impact on biodiversity without financial loss.
