Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Conservation
• Animal Welfare
• Environmental Sustainability

Environmental Achievements

• Numerous WAZA-branded conservation projects improving the conservation status of threatened species and habitats.
• Zoos and aquariums spending over US$350 million annually on wildlife conservation.
• Implementation of sustainable building practices and renewable energy sources in some facilities.

Social Achievements

• 700 million annual visits to WAZA member zoos and aquariums, providing significant educational opportunities.
• WAZA's 'Biodiversity is Us' campaign raising awareness about biodiversity.
• Collaboration with local communities in conservation efforts.

Governance Achievements

• Adoption of the One Plan Approach to integrated species conservation.
• Development of the World Zoo and Aquarium Animal Welfare Strategy.
• WAZA partnerships with international conservation bodies.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Global decline in vertebrate populations.
• Habitat loss and fragmentation.
• Climate change.
• Funding limitations for conservation efforts.
• Regulatory hurdles for animal transfers.
• Limited space for holding and breeding larger populations.

Mitigation Strategies

• One Plan Approach to species conservation.
• Increased collaboration between zoos, aquariums, and other conservation organizations.
• Development of Global Species Management Plans (GSMPs).
• Fundraising efforts and donor engagement.
• Advocacy for legislative changes to facilitate animal transfers.
• Improved population management techniques and technologies.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Sustainable building materials
• Ethically sourced food

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: IUCN Red List