Land use change research
Land is a finite resource with conflicting demands between agriculture and biodiversity
Land-use change (LUC) and the loss of prime habitats, especially in high-value habitats such as rainforest, is a major global concern, which adversely impacts biodiversity and increases carbon emissions. Agricultural raw materials – palm oil, soya, timber and beef – can all be produced in regions subject to LUC.
Our sustainability experts can help companies understand this risk in their supply chains.
Land-use assessments
All crops and livestock products need land for their production. We are adept at helping organisations develop and implement practical strategies. We help assess the area required to produce agricultural raw materials. Once we identify the requirements, we will outline ways to reduce them. This could be through sustainable intensification of production, yield enhancement or adjusting sourcing locations.
We use a combination of GIS mapping and knowledge of production practices to test changing use and availability. We offer a range of measurement, analysis, strategy and communication services, including
- measuring and monitoring to collect information about a supply chain
- communicating sustainability messages to all stakeholders
- developing sustainability strategies to meet business needs
- producing bespoke analysis and reporting
Our impact in action
Areas of recent work
- Supporting strategies to reduce LUC impacts
- Mapping footprints of LUC risk commodities
- Identifying opportunities to regenerate degraded areas
- Communicating messages to value chain to support understanding of LUC risks and strategy
Helping you to reach your net zero goals
Developing and implementing practical strategies.
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