ESRS E4 Biodiversity and ecosystems

Abstract

Biodiversity and healthy ecosystems are fundamental for global resilience and for Lenzing’s long-term success. The World Economic Forum ranks biodiversity loss and ecosystem collapse among the top three global risks¹, alongside climate change. As wood is Lenzing’s most important raw material, investing in biodiversity protection is essential. This chapter explains how Lenzing assesses nature-related risks, integrates biodiversity into its environmental management and implements targeted measures to safeguard ecosystem services. It highlights the company’s engagement in global initiatives such as the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD), the Science Based Targets for Nature (SBTN) and the European Business Nature Commitment. Through collaboration, monitoring and transparent reporting, Lenzing aims to reduce pressures on biodiversity and contribute meaningfully to global conservation goals.