Decoding Biodiversity.

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Some argue that measuring biodiversity is too complex, claiming we are doomed to rely on qualitative frameworks. At darwin, we see things differently.

Perspectives

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Have economists been so wrong? Rethinking growth in a finite world.

For decades, economic growth was seen as the ultimate marker of progress — but what if that model no longer fits the world we live in?

Can global trade predict the spread of invasive species?

Invasive alien species (IAS) are among the most destructive yet overlooked drivers of biodiversity loss. Explore how IAS spread and how can one leverages trade exposure as a proxy for assessing IAS risks.

Understanding biodiversity-related risks and corporate exposure

What do we mean by biodiversity-related risks? And how should corporates go about assessing current biodiversity risk exposure?

Revolutionising biodiversity monitoring with AI

Emerging technologies are critical to tackling the biodiversity’s “data challenge.” Discover how Earth Observation (EO) and AI are revolutionizing biodiversity measurement, making analysis more accessible and scalable.

How can a company take action on biodiversity?

How easy it is for companies to meaningfully reduce their impacts & dependencies on biodiversity? How should one go about developing a robust, comprehensive nature strategy?

How can companies set science-based targets?

How can businesses set nature and biodiversity targets? Are we stuck with vague, qualitative goals, or can we leverage science-based objectives similar to the CO2 landscape?

Can we measure biodiversity?

Some argue that measuring biodiversity is too complex, claiming we are doomed to rely on qualitative frameworks. At darwin, we see things differently.

Reporting frameworks

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CSRD: what are the key requirements on biodiversity (ESRS E4)?

For the first time, the CSRD requires companies to report their biodiversity impacts and dependencies, giving it the same importance as CO2 emissions. However, ESRS E4 is quite technical. In this article, we clarify what the standard covers and how businesses can navigate these new requirements.

What are the main corporate reporting frameworks on biodiversity?

The nature reporting market remains fragmented, but some corporate frameworks are quickly gaining momentum for biodiversity assessment. Let’s take a closer look at which ones are leading the way.

Definitions

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Planetary boundaries: where do we stand on biodiversity?

The planetary boundary framework is highly valuable as it identifies key environmental limits, including biodiversity loss, within which humanity can safely operate, offering a science-based approach to sustainability and global resource management. Discover how we think about it at darwin.

Biodiversity 1o1: Back to Basics.

What is biodiversity? How fast is biodiversity declining? Why should businesses care about biodiversity loss? And what are the most impacted sectors?

Aurore Falque-Pierrotin 4/1/25 Aurore Falque-Pierrotin 4/1/25

Have economists been so wrong? Rethinking growth in a finite world.

For decades, economic growth was seen as the ultimate marker of progress — but what if that model no longer fits the world we live in?

Aurore Falque-Pierrotin 2/25/25 Aurore Falque-Pierrotin 2/25/25

Can global trade predict the spread of invasive species?

Invasive alien species (IAS) are among the most destructive yet overlooked drivers of biodiversity loss. Explore how IAS spread and how can one leverages trade exposure as a proxy for assessing IAS risks.

Aurore Falque-Pierrotin 1/26/25 Aurore Falque-Pierrotin 1/26/25

Understanding biodiversity-related risks and corporate exposure

What do we mean by biodiversity-related risks? And how should corporates go about assessing current biodiversity risk exposure?

Aurore Falque-Pierrotin 12/17/24 Aurore Falque-Pierrotin 12/17/24

Revolutionising biodiversity monitoring with AI

Emerging technologies are critical to tackling the biodiversity’s “data challenge.” Discover how Earth Observation (EO) and AI are revolutionizing biodiversity measurement, making analysis more accessible and scalable.

Aurore Falque-Pierrotin 6/27/24 Aurore Falque-Pierrotin 6/27/24

How can a company take action on biodiversity?

How easy it is for companies to meaningfully reduce their impacts & dependencies on biodiversity? How should one go about developing a robust, comprehensive nature strategy?

Aurore Falque-Pierrotin 6/5/24 Aurore Falque-Pierrotin 6/5/24

How can companies set science-based targets?

How can businesses set nature and biodiversity targets? Are we stuck with vague, qualitative goals, or can we leverage science-based objectives similar to the CO2 landscape?

Aurore Falque-Pierrotin 4/17/24 Aurore Falque-Pierrotin 4/17/24

Can we measure biodiversity?

Some argue that measuring biodiversity is too complex, claiming we are doomed to rely on qualitative frameworks. At darwin, we see things differently.