We improve the protection of biodiversity along global supply chains. Using the textile and food industries as examples, we are looking for solutions and formulating recommendations for action for companies and trade associations. This enables them to improve their environmental management and reduce their negative impact on nature.
Preserving biodiversity is becoming increasingly relevant for companies. Global value chains depend on functioning ecosystems – for raw materials, fertile soils, water and stable climate conditions, for example. At the same time, economic activities contribute significantly to biodiversity loss. This gives rise to environmental and economic risks such as supply bottlenecks, rising costs, regulatory requirements and reputational and liability risks.
This is particularly evident in the food and textile industries. The food industry is directly dependent on intact ecosystems, as agriculture requires healthy soil, water and pollinators. The textile industry, on the other hand, causes a variety of biodiversity risks, for example through cotton cultivation, chemicals, microplastics and high water consumption. Both sectors illustrate different risk and dependency profiles and provide a suitable basis for analyzing biodiversity risks, regulatory requirements and possible solutions.
Target group:
- Companies from various sectors, with a focus on food and textiles/fashion
- Trade associations
Project area
Goals
Overview of current regulatory obligations on biodiversity
Integration of biodiversity management in companies
Tool-based analysis of biodiversity risks in companies
Reduction of nature-related risks through biodiversity measures
Impacts
4
Round tables with company representatives
4
Presentations/round tables to disseminate the study results
1
Updated factsheet on CSDDD and biodiversity
Impressions
Contribution to the sustainability goals
News & Publications
Contact persons
Sponsor
