Operational model for corporate nature action and sectoral biodiversity roadmaps in Finland

Summary

This report presents a concise operational model to accelerate corporate nature action and strengthen sectoral biodiversity roadmaps in Finland. At the core of the model are a stepwise journey (Assess–Commit– Transform–Disclose, ACT-D) and the role of roadmaps as shared, sector-driven guidance.

The work is linked to the Kunming–Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) and to the EU Technical Support Instrument (TSI), which supports member states in preparing biodiversity finance plans and supporting measures. In addition, the work supports Finland’s national objective to reduce activities that contribute to nature loss.

Corporate nature action is under way, but practical implementation remains fragmented and burdensome for many. Key challenges include difficulties in interpreting requirements and the frameworks used in nature work, a lack of reliable and comparable data (especially across value chains), and limited time and skills to initiate and systematise the work. Companies need clear and concrete examples and easy-to-adopt tools and operating models to integrate nature considerations into strategy and day-to-day decision-making. For this reason, a shared, stepwise journey is useful: it structures a complex whole into something manageable and helps link the work to existing frameworks and tools.

Sectoral roadmaps can accelerate corporate nature action if they bring together a shared situation analysis, prioritised actions, indicators and a phased timeline, and if they support implementation. The impact of roadmaps increases when they are anchored in a clear national direction (biodiversity strategy) and when their roll-out is strengthened through capability building, peer learning and practical tools.

The recommended approach is summarised in four complementary areas:

1. First, Finland’s national biodiversity strategy should be finalised as a shared framework (priorities, concepts, targets and interim targets), so that companies and sectors have a clear direction and consistent expectations.
2. Second, sectoral roadmaps should be updated and expanded through a coordinated process so that situation analyses, prioritisation and monitoring are coherent and comparable.
3. Third, implementation support should be strengthened through capability building, peer learning, and practical examples and tools, so that guidance is translated into day-to-day decisions and action within companies.
4. Fourth, the availability and interoperability of nature data should be improved so that assessment, monitoring and disclosure can be carried out credibly while keeping the administrative burden reasonable.

If implemented, this will strengthen the quality of the roadmaps and accelerate companies’ transition towards nature-positive operations.

Contact

Samuli Puroila

Specialist, Programmes

Eero Jalava

Senior Lead, Foresight and Training