For decades, businesses have treated nature as an infinite resource, a backdrop for economic activity rather than a core part of it. But this mindset is no longer viable. The health of our natural systems is deteriorating at an unprecedented rate: forests are shrinking, oceans are warming, and biodiversity is declining. These changes are not just environmental issues, they are business issues.
“Without functioning ecosystems, our supply chains, raw materials, and even the stability of our markets are at risk”
The Science Based Targets for Nature (SBTN) framework was created to help companies navigate this challenge. It offers a science backed methodology for understanding a company’s impacts and dependencies on nature, setting targets to address them, and integrating those actions into core business strategies. It’s not about philanthropy, it’s about securing the natural capital that businesses depend on to survive and thrive.
Why This Matters to Business Leaders:
- Managing Risk and Building Resilience
Nature loss leads to raw material shortages, operational disruptions, and volatile costs. For example, the decline of pollinator species affects agriculture yields, while deforestation drives regulatory restrictions and trade limitations. By using SBTN, businesses can identify where they are most exposed and take action before risks turn into losses. - Meeting Stakeholder Expectations
Consumers, investors, and regulators are demanding more transparency and accountability. As nature-related disclosures become mandatory in various markets, companies that have already aligned with SBTN will have a competitive advantage, ready to meet compliance and market expectations without scrambling. - Driving Innovation and Growth
Transitioning to nature-positive practices can spark innovation—whether through regenerative agriculture, circular economy models, or biodiversity-friendly product design. This opens new markets, strengthens brand loyalty, and creates long-term value that purely extractive business models cannot sustain. - Aligning with Global Goals
The Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, much like the Paris Agreement for climate, sets ambitious targets to halt and reverse biodiversity loss by 2030. SBTN provides the corporate roadmap to contribute meaningfully to these global efforts while future-proofing operations.
Nature is not an optional consideration, it’s the operating system of our economy. Companies that bring nature into the equation will be better equipped to adapt, innovate, and lead in a rapidly changing world. With SBTN, business leaders have the tools to act decisively, turning environmental stewardship into a driver of resilience, reputation, and revenue.
Start your inventory today as the first step toward your SBTN journey. Hit us at [email protected] and we’ll help you get your numbers right, so you can get your climate and nature strategy right.
