Nature & biodiversity

Nature is a vital foundation for the global economy and human wellbeing. Studies estimate that over half of the world’s economic output (amounting to tens of trillions of dollars) is directly or indirectly dependent on the health of natural ecosystems and the services they provide[1]. Many key industries, including chemicals, transport, retail, and consumer goods, both impact and depend on nature at various stages of their supply chains [2]. Natural ecosystems are intricate, balanced systems that have developed over millions of years. They are essential for supporting economies and human well-being. The rapid loss of biodiversity is destabilising this balance, making it one of the most significant risks to the global economy for the next decade, second only to extreme weather events [3].

Investors increasingly recognise biodiversity as a major risk factor, with a large majority considering it essential to their risk assessments. In this context, businesses have a crucial role to play in protecting and restoring nature. Integrating nature considerations into corporate strategy and operations is essential not only for risk management but also for unlocking new opportunities.

This includes:

• Assessing impacts and dependencies across the entire value chain
• Developing nature-based solutions
• Building emerging markets for natural capital finance

Protecting nature is a strategic imperative for business resilience and societal prosperity, not just an environmental obligation. This transition requires specialised expertise to measure ecosystem services, assess the link between climate and nature, and develop credible, science-based biodiversity targets and action plans.

At Deloitte, we provide a variety of services spanning compliance and reporting to value creation and innovation. You can learn more about these services below or get in touch with our team to discuss how your organisation can advance towards nature-positive business practices.