This database offers comprehensive biodiversity impact data, enhancing ESG reporting and investment decisions. Biodiversity dataset can be used to assess the biodiversity impact of B2B interactions, investment portfolios and funds. Currently, it is being used by forward-thinking institutions – including a large Dutch bank and a large Dutch asset manager – to investigate the biodiversity impact of portfolios. (Primary proxies: Land use, water pollution, air pollution)

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.

The aim of the Sectoral Materiality Tool is to help users carry out a first screening of what types of environmental impact are potentially materially relevant to their sector and their company's activities, as part of Step 1a of the SBTN guidance.

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.

This index provides metrics and indices to assess the health of planet's biodiversity. It is widely used to inform policy and conservation efforts.

The Biodiversity Indicators Partnership promotes the development, delivery and use of biodiversity indicators. Its primary role is to delivering indicators to monitor progress toward global and national goals and targets, such as those established under the Convention on Biological Diversity, and the Convention on Migratory Species and Ramsar, among others. The BIP also supports indicators used in IPBES Assessment reports and for reporting progress towards Sustainable Development Goals. Indicators supported by the BIP are also used by national and regional government.

This site provides information about the proposed indicators for the monitoring framework for the Post 2020 GBF.

Developed by UN WCMC and CITES Secretariat, Species + provides a central portal for accessing key information on species of global concern.

Protected Planet is the most up to date and complete source of data on protected areas and other effective are-based conservation measures (OECMs), updated monthly with submissions from governments, non-government organisations, landowners and communities.

Proteus is a global collaboration aimed at providing companies with biodiversity information needed to better inform decisions, and to support the development, improvement and dissemination of global biodiversity data and information.

Ocean Plus is an initiative that brings together accurate and up-to-date information on ocean biodiversity to support effective decisions that protect global marine life. The database includes three primary datasets: Ocean+ Data viewer, Ocean+ Habitats, and Ocean + Library.

The UNEP WCMC is part of the specialist biodiversity assessment arm of the United Nations Environment Program. It is a ‘centre of excellence’, home to resources, tools, data bases, project information and more — A wealth of knowledge designed to inform and support organisations.

The key biodiversity areas database provides a comprehensive, robust, up-to-date, and accessible data management system for Key Biodiversity Areas, the most important sites in the world for nature (still in beta stage at time of writing).

The International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List of Threatened Species, also known as the IUCN Red List or Red Data Book, is a database of the world's most comprehensive inventory of the global conservation status of biological species. 

The report highlights the urgent need for global climate adaptation. It presents evidence and solutions across key sectors—food, water, infrastructure, cities, and finance—emphasising economic benefits, social equity, and environmental preservation. This call to action seeks transformative planning, finance mobilisation, and inclusive leadership for a resilient future.

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.