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Exploring nature impacts and dependencies: A field guide to eight key sectors

Ceres
This field guide helps investors identify and assess nature-related impacts and dependencies across eight key sectors. It provides sector-specific insights and strategies for integrating nature considerations into investment decisions.
Research
26 March 2024

Due diligence towards Deforestation-Free Finance: Guidance for financial institutions

Global Canopy
This guide provides detailed instructions for conducting due diligence in relation to deforestation-free supply chains. It offers practical steps and tools for businesses to identify, assess, and mitigate deforestation risks in their supply chains, promoting sustainable and responsible sourcing practices.
Research
25 April 2023

Assessment of biodiversity measurement approaches for business and financial institutions: Update report 4 (2022)

European Commission
This document is designed to support businesses with navigating various biodiversity measurement approaches currently available. A navigating wheel and classification system has been developed to support interpretation.
Research
9 December 2022

Advocating for nature: A guide for responsible policy engagement

Business for Nature
This guide is designed to help companies reap the benefits of responsible advocacy and respond to rising stakeholder expectations. It sets out the steps companies should take to align their nature advocacy with their nature ambition. This guide can be used by investors to better understand expectations being set for companies, and to also guide their own development of nature policies.
Research
11 January 2024

Accountability for nature: Comparison of nature-related assessment and disclosure frameworks and standards

World Wide Fund for Nature (World Wildlife Fund – WWF)
This report provides an overview of the key methodological and conceptual trends among the private sector assessment and disclosure approaches on nature-related issues. It provides comparative research on seven leading standards, frameworks and systems for assessment and disclosure on nature-related issues
Research
31 January 2024

Green metal statecraft: Forging Australia’s green iron industry

Climate Energy Finance (CEF)
Australia’s "Green Metal Statecraft" outlines a transformative agenda for advancing its green iron industry. The report advocates leveraging renewables-powered iron ore processing, supported by $10-30 billion in strategic public investment. Emphasising economic, environmental, and energy security, the plan aligns national policy with decarbonisation to secure Australia’s leadership in sustainable steelmaking and green exports.
Research
15 November 2024

Interconnected justice: Understanding the cross-border implications of climate transition policies

Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI)
The report explores the concept of interconnected justice in global climate and nature transitions. It highlights the need for policies that integrate environmental, social, and economic dimensions, advocating multi-actor dialogues and frameworks to mitigate cross-border inequalities.
Research
14 November 2024

Biodiversity footprint for financial institutions: Exploring biodiversity assessment

The BFFI was designed to provide an overall assessment of the biodiversity footprint of the economic activities in which a financial institution is investing. This methodology paper outlines the steps involved in conducting a biodiversity footprinting assessment using the methods recommended by the Netherlands Enterprise Agency.
Research
16 July 2021

Forecast policy scenario + nature: Preparing financial markets for climate- & nature-related policy & regulatory risks

Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI)
Integrated climate and nature policy forecasting data and matrix, developed by Inevitable Policy Response, downloaded through the PRI. The document outlines forecasted policy responses that include both nature and climate policies.
Research
7 January 2023

Artificial intelligence and big holdings data: Opportunities for central banks

This report explores the potential of artificial intelligence and big holdings data for central banks. It highlights how asset demand systems and AI models improve policy decisions, optimise monetary interventions, and address financial risks. Applications include managing contagion, designing climate stress tests, and identifying crowded trades, enhancing economic resilience.
Research
30 October 2024

Natural Capital Initiative

Issue Focused NGOs & Think Tanks
Natural Capital Initiative (NCI) is a UK-based partnership of science organisations dedicated to promoting sustainable management of natural capital. By facilitating dialogue among academics, policymakers, and businesses, NCI supports evidence-based decision-making to enhance ecosystem services and biodiversity.
Organisation

An investor’s guide to nature and biodiversity risks and impacts

MSCI Inc.
This report offers investors insights into the impact of biodiversity loss on financial markets. It helps them understand the material risks and opportunities associated with biodiversity, guiding better investment decisions.
Research
18 June 2024

Finance sector supplement to the Natural Capital Protocol: Case study for BNP Paribas Asset Management

Capitals Coalition (CapsCo)
This case study explores the application of the Natural Capital Protocol in BNP Paribas Asset Management, providing investors with a practical framework for incorporating natural capital considerations into investment decision-making processes. It highlights methodologies for assessing natural capital dependencies and impacts, enabling more sustainable investment practices.
Research

The Good Food Institute (GFI)

Issue Focused NGOs & Think Tanks
Good Food Institute (GFI) is a nonprofit think tank advancing plant-based, cultivated, and fermentation-derived proteins to create a sustainable, secure, and just global food system. By promoting alternative proteins, GFI aims to reduce environmental impact, enhance global health, and improve food security.
Organisation
1 research item

Impact Europe

Finance / Corporate Focused NGOs & Think Tanks
Impact Europe connects practitioners, policymakers, and researchers with insights and resources to drive positive social change across Europe. Through evidence-based reports, case studies, and tools, Impact Europe empowers communities to build and share innovative, impactful solutions. This platform facilitates collaboration and best practices for sustainable and social development.
Organisation
1 research item

Finance for biodiversity: Guide on biodiversity measurement approaches

Finance for Biodiversity Foundation
The report offers financial institutions insights into measuring biodiversity impacts and dependencies through selected approaches, including sector and location screening, and biodiversity footprinting. It emphasises tools like ENCORE and IBAT, with a focus on alignment with global biodiversity goals and effective biodiversity risk assessment in portfolios.
Research
23 March 2024
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