The report examines six companies across various sectors that are adopting nature-positive strategies. These businesses are addressing nature-related risks and opportunities, driven by global frameworks such as the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF). The report highlights actions taken in land, ocean, and freshwater realms, offering insights into how businesses can integrate nature into their operations.

Nature-positive strategies

The report discusses the global push towards nature-positive business practices following the adoption of the GBF in 2022. Companies are increasingly required to assess, disclose, and mitigate their biodiversity-related risks. This transition is supported by frameworks like the Taskforce for Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) and the Science Based Targets Network (SBTN), which guide companies in setting measurable, time-bound targets and disclosing their progress.

Case study examples

• IKEA (Land): As the largest global user of wood, IKEA focuses on preventing deforestation and promoting responsible forestry practices. It sources 100% of its wood from sustainable sources and aims to increase wood recycling to 80% by 2030. IKEA’s ‘Forest Positive Agenda’ addresses the growing consumer concern about forest health.
• Aditya Birla Group (Land): A conglomerate operating across 22 sectors, Aditya Birla Group is advancing circular resource use, aiming for “zero waste to landfill” by 2030. The group converts waste from aluminium production into materials for cement, reducing reliance on virgin resources. Its textile arm, Birla Cellulose, produces traceable fibre using recycled cotton.
• Yara (Land): Yara, a global crop nutrition leader, partners with farmers to address soil health through innovations like nitrogen-use efficiency (NUE) tools. With over 25,000 soil assessments covering 250,000 hectares, Yara’s technologies have helped farmers achieve up to 80% NUE, promoting sustainable agriculture.
• Walmart (Ocean): Walmart secures sustainable seafood by working with MSC-certified suppliers. Its partnership with the Pacific Island Tuna initiative supports sustainable fishing practices, while reinvesting 40% of profits into conservation projects in the Marshall Islands, ensuring long-term seafood supply.
• Ørsted (Ocean): Ørsted, a major offshore wind developer, integrates biodiversity preservation into its operations. Projects like BioReef and ReCoral aim to enhance marine biodiversity. Ørsted’s 2030 goal is to ensure all projects deliver net-positive biodiversity outcomes, advancing both energy and ecosystem protection.
• Suntory (Freshwater): As a global beverage producer, Suntory relies on freshwater for its products. The company has implemented water-saving technologies and aims to replenish more than 100% of the water it uses by 2030. Suntory’s water initiatives have already reduced water use in production by 28% since 2015.

Conclusion

The conclusion stresses that while the efforts documented in the case studies are commendable, they represent only the beginning of the journey towards nature-positive transformation. Companies must accelerate their efforts to scale nature-positive solutions across sectors. The report underscores that nature and climate are inextricably linked—addressing biodiversity loss will also help mitigate climate change.

The conclusion calls for broader collaboration among businesses, policymakers, and financial institutions to create the right incentives and regulations for scaling nature-positive actions. It highlights that while significant progress has been made, much more remains to be done to restore ecosystems and ensure long-term business resilience. Ultimately, businesses that lead in nature-positive practices will be better positioned to thrive in a future where ecosystems are integral to both environmental sustainability and economic success