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This is a summary of the Engaging Shareholders panel discussion at the CBSR 10th Annual Summit that took place on November 7th, 2012 in Toronto.

Author: Wesley Gee (Senior Sustainability Consultant, Stantec)

On November 7th, at our 10th Annual Summit, Dr. Dayna Baumeister, inspired the CBSR Summit’s delegates with a concept many of us have not yet been exposed to – Biomimicry –  defined as a conscious effort to emulate nature’s genius. Giving an entire new meaning to the expression, ‘ thinking outside the box’, Dr. Baumeister revealed the boundless possibilities found within the natural world that could help solve business challenges and challenges of survival.

What kind of Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services risks are companies facing?

Businesses from all sectors are subject to biodiversity and ecosystem services (BES) risks at various stages of operations. The following examples illustrate some of the risks that businesses from various sectors face.