Biodiversity Experts Propose a Method for Assessing Corporate Dependence on Ecosystem Services Using the State of Nature Metrics

In June 2026, The Biodiversity Consultancy (TBC), a biodiversity‑focused advisory organization, released a report outlining a practical approach for companies to assess their dependence on ecosystem services. The approach is based on the State of Nature metrics developed by the Nature Positive Initiative (NPI), which leads global efforts to establish frameworks for nature conservation. The metrics are increasingly being integrated into major international disclosure frameworks such as TNFD, GRI, and SBTN, and are becoming more important for companies seeking to understand nature‑related financial risks and resilience. According to TBC, companies can more accurately assess their dependence by selecting and adjusting relevant metrics for each ecosystem service. When the relationship between the metrics and a given service is weak, companies need to supplement the assessment with additional service‑specific data.