New report signals biodiversity loss poses a critical risk to businesses and human wellbeing

A new report published recently by the Intergovernmental Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) finds that biodiversity loss is no longer just an environmental issue but a systemic economic risk, affecting financial stability, supply chains and human wellbeing. The report shows that all businesses depend on nature’s contributions—such as raw materials, water regulation, flood protection and cultural services—yet most do not bear the real costs of their negative impacts or receive financial rewards for positive ones. This disconnect is accelerating biodiversity decline while exposing businesses to growing operational and…

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