Nature-disclosure in the built environment module 2: How to measure and report (Online)
Nature is in crisis. Over the space of one lifetime, we’ve seen a 69% decline in wildlife populations around the world (1970 and 2018; WWF). Changes in land use, pollution and exploitation of natural resources are seen as the main causes, alongside the climate crisis.
Companies have a huge role to play in reducing societies impact on the natural world. The starting point for that is understanding organisational impact through assessment and reporting. Through this we can understand more clearly how our businesses impact biodiversity, and how businesses depend on nature; the so called double materiality of nature. Strategies to address these risks and impacts can then be produced.
The role of business in this is crucial and is starting to get recognised. However, the way businesses impact nature and depend on it is currently lacking transparency. This has been recognised internationally, and nature disclosure is key recommendation in the Global Biodiversity Framework. Additionally, the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) requires nature disclosure. Increasing alignment between different initiatives, including Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) are a sign of growing maturity of nature-related disclosures. Now is the time to get ahead and start the process of disclosing your organisations nature dependency and impact.
About the masterclass
In this second masterclass of two we will explain how to go about producing a nature-disclosure and responsive strategy, and how to use tools like TNFD for disclosure. We’ll highlight challenges and issues through direct case studies and experience of those who have been through the process already.
This session is part two of a two part series on nature disclosure. Our first masterclass, on the why and what of nature-disclosure, is available to sign-up using the button below.
Delegates can sign-up for one or both of these masterclasses
In this masterclass we’ll cover:
What is nature disclosure and why’s it important
Setting a strategy
TNFD
Case studies and examples from UKGBC member
Who’s it for?
This masterclass is for business leaders and ESG professionals across the built environment and finance seeking to measure and manage their nature-related impacts via TNFD or another disclosure process. The masterclass is for those who will be involved in developing a strategy, setting metrics and overseeing or delivering the disclosure.
No prior experience of nature-disclosure is required.
Why Join the course?
1. Get up to speed on setting a nature-disclosure strategy and using frameworks such as TNFD ahead of year-end reporting.
2. Understand the steps needed to report on your businesses nature impact.
3. Get to grips with TNFD and the LEAP approach
4. Learn about the available metrics for measuring nature impacts
5. Meet other people across industry and share learnings
Course hosts
Morgan Taylor, Director, Greengage. Morgan leads Greengages nature team, providing ecological and green infrastructure design input into projects enabling biodiversity net gains and complementing wider climate change adaptation measures. He provides clear and concise advice on how to manage ecology throughout planning and development. Morgan was included in the ENDS Report Power List 2023 of the most influential environmental professionals in the UK.
Greengage is an independent sustainability consultancy with offices in London, Manchester, Sheffield, and Bristol. Established for over 17 years, we’re an award-winning team of consultants with expertise across the full spectrum of sustainability including energy and carbon management, ESG, sustainable finance, social sustainability, biodiversity and green infrastructure/urban greening.
CPD hours: 2.5
Tickets
Keystone members are entitled to free places for this masterclass. Please contact learning@UKGBC.org for more information.
If you’re unsure if your organisation is a member, please check our Membership Directory.
Delivering this course for your team
UKGBC can offer this course/programme as a closed course for your team or people from across only your organisation. Please get in touch with us to discuss your requirements learning@UKGBC.org
UKGBC cancellation and refund policy
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