SUPPLY CHAIN BIODIVERSITY FOOTPRINT

Through quantifying your company's supply chain biodiversity footprint, we empower you to make informed decisions and take responsible action towards preserving and enhancing the natural environment. Our assessment helps businesses adopt sustainable supply chain practices to reduce ecological impact and enhance biodiversity conservation.

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WHAT VALUE DOES SCBF ASSESSMENT PROVIDE?

Beyond simple observation, our thorough Supply Chain Biodiversity Footprint Assessment (SCBF) explores the activities within your supply chain that affect biodiversity.

We evaluate the implications of sourcing raw materials, production processes, transportation, and other supply chain activities on biodiversity. Our SCBF assessment provides a clear picture of how much your business impacts the fragile balance of life on Earth, enabling you to manage and mitigate your supply chain footprint effectively.

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WHAT WE WILL DO

We employ the innovative tool known as the Biodiversity Input-Output for Supply Chain & Operations Evaluation. We conduct a comprehensive analysis to quantify the biodiversity footprint of organizations supply chains by implementing the species.year metric. This assessment provides insight into which areas pose the greatest threat biodiversity.

ASSESSMENT

Evaluate your supply chain, looking into all activities that impact biodiversity. The Supply Chain Biodiversity Footprint Assessment provides deeper understanding on how supply chains impact biodiversity regarding factors such as land use changes, resource extraction, pollution, and habitat restoration initiatives, among many more important environmental factors.

MEASUREMENT

Quantify the extent of biodiversity change resulting from these activities. this involves measuring habitat destruction, species loss, ecosystem disruption, and other relevant factors. Each activity or commodity within a supply chain's contribution to the overall biodiversity footprint is meticulously assessed by implementing the species.year metric.

IMPLEMENTATION

The supply chain biodiversity footprint offers a panoramic view of your supply chain's impact on biodiversity. It provides stakeholders, including your own team, with a clear understanding of the net effect of your operations on the environment. Use this knowledge to guide decision-making, shedding light on areas where conservation efforts and sustainable supply chain practices are essential.

Case Study

OPTIMA MAXIMIZE THEIR ECOLOGICAL POTENTIAL

Optima worked with Tunley to assess and mitigate the significant risks within their supply chain footprint to maximise their ecological potential. We conducted a Supply Chain Biodiversity Footprint Assessment using the Biodiversity Input-Output method to quantify the biodiversity impacts from Optima's supply chain. The assessment identified four key biodiversity hotspots, highlighting opportunities for sustainable supply chain practices to be implemented. Watch the video to see the findings.

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Drivers and Pressure

KEY DRIVERS OF BIODIVERSITY LOSS

These factors contribute to habitat destruction, deforestation, and the loss of species. They pose a significant threat to plants, animals, and ecosystems worldwide. Addressing these drivers requires international cooperation, re-evaluating land and sea use, mitigating climate change, reducing pollution, and preventing the spread of invasive species. These efforts are crucial for protecting biodiversity and ensuring sustainable supply chain practices.

HABITAT LOSS

Habitat loss, degradation, and fragmentation, driven by industrial activities and agriculture, are major drivers of the biodiversity crisis.

CLIMATE CHANGE

The alteration of global climate patterns due to human activities, primarily the emission of greenhouse gases, leads to rising temperatures, changing precipitation patterns, and sea-level rise.

OVER-EXPOLITATION

This involves the unsustainable use of resources such as overfishing, illegal hunting, and logging. It depletes populations and disrupts ecosystems, leading to the loss of species and their habitats.

POLLUTION

This includes air, water, and soil pollution caused by industrial activities, agricultural runoff, and waste disposal. Pollutants can directly harm species and their habitats, affecting their biodiversity.

INVASIVE SPECIES

Non-native species that are introduced to new environments can out-compete native species, disrupt ecosystems, and cause their decline or extinction.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is a supply chain biodiversity footprint (SCBF)?

An SCBF quantifies the impact of your supply chain activities on biodiversity, considering factors like habitat destruction, pollution, and resource extraction. This assessment provides a clear picture of how your operations affect ecosystems, enabling informed decision-making.

Why should my business conduct an SCBF assessment?

Conducting an SCBF assessment helps identify biodiversity risks within your supply chain, informs sustainable sourcing decisions, and supports compliance with environmental regulations. It also enhances transparency and demonstrates your commitment to sustainable supply chain practices.

How is an SCBF assessment conducted?

The assessment involves evaluating your supply chain activities using the Biodiversity Input-Output method, which quantifies biodiversity impacts using the species.year metric. This approach considers all stages from raw material extraction to product delivery.

What are the benefits of understanding my supply chain footprint?

Understanding your supply chain footprint allows you to identify biodiversity hotspots, mitigate environmental risks, and implement strategies to enhance biodiversity conservation. This proactive approach can lead to cost savings and improved stakeholder trust.

How can sustainable supply chain practices reduce my biodiversity footprint? Implementing sustainable practices such as responsible sourcing, reducing emissions, and minimizing waste can significantly lower your biodiversity footprint. These practices contribute to habitat preservation and support long-term ecological balance.

How does Tunley Environmental support SCBF assessments?

Tunley Environmental offers comprehensive SCBF assessments, utilizing scientific methodologies to quantify and mitigate biodiversity impacts across your supply chain. Our expertise and team of PhD-level scientists help to integrate biodiversity considerations into your sustainability strategy.