A Thin Green Line: Raising Awareness of Planetary Boundaries

Businesses already know that they need to manage risks stemming from climate change and the transition to a net zero world. Many are already on a pathway to making business models and operations more resilient. However, most are not yet aware of the concept of planetary boundaries, and why they matter.

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• The planetary boundaries framework helps companies understand and manage environment risks to increase resilience. The framework offers an innovative lens for companies to map their environmental dependence and potential impact on diverse and inter-related areas. Embracing these boundaries can lead to benefits such as reduced risk, enhanced innovation, and improved stakeholder relationships, positioning businesses for long-term success in a rapidly changing world. By taking a proactive approach businesses can minimize their environmental footprint, better understand how their individual company operations contribute to resource limitations at a global scale, and build resilience against both the physical and transitional risks associated with environmental damage.