ISO launches new international standard for corporate biodiversity action

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ISO 17298 offers 'world's first' globally agreed standard to help businesses assess biodiversity risks, impacts, and opportunities

The International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) has launched a new standard dedicated to supporting organisations globally in taking action to protect and restore biodiversity. Announced today...

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