The EY Global Nature Action Barometer suggests that companies have not yet developed sufficiently robust reporting on nature.
Companies are not yet producing sufficiently detailed reporting to demonstrate how they are addressing nature-related risks and seizing nature-related opportunities. Analysis by EY teams reveals that even companies with relatively high levels of sustainability maturity may not be disclosing the actions they are taking to develop the governance, strategy, metrics and targets to improve their performance on nature.
The inaugural edition of the EY Global Nature Action Barometer, an in-depth analysis of the current state of corporate nature reporting globally, highlights that a large number of companies have not disclosed nature as a material topic for their business and have not disclosed a nature-related strategy. However, the absence of disclosure does not necessarily indicate the absence of a plan. In some cases, companies may be deliberately withholding this information due to concerns about potential litigation if they fail to follow through, or to protect sensitive strategic details that could compromise their competitive advantage. Yet, by choosing not to disclose, these organisations may reduce visibility into their risks, while also undermining their own resilience and missing critical opportunities to evolve their business models. Transparent reporting not only enhances investor confidence but also fosters greater clarity around risks and opportunities — ultimately benefiting both the company and its stakeholders.
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