Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Practice Exam

Biodiversity in GRI relates to impact on which of the following?

1. Local employment rates

2. Protected areas and endangered species

3. Market share in specific sectors

4. Community development initiatives

The correct answer is: Protected areas and endangered species

The correct choice focuses on the relationship between biodiversity and the standard reporting metrics provided by the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI). Specifically, GRI emphasizes that biodiversity encompasses both the variety of life forms and how human activities impact ecosystems, including protected areas and endangered species. Biodiversity is critical for maintaining ecosystem services that humans rely on, such as clean air, water, and food resources. Reporting on the impacts on protected areas helps organizations understand their ecological footprint and acknowledges the importance of conservation efforts. Additionally, monitoring endangered species highlights areas of environmental concern and the need for proactive measures to protect vulnerable life forms. This focus aligns with the broader goals of sustainability reporting, which seeks to inform stakeholders about an organization's contributions to environmental conservation and its alignment with global biodiversity targets. In contrast, the other choices, while related to corporate responsibility and sustainability, do not directly address biodiversity's relevance as outlined by GRI initiatives.