ESRS subtopic
Marine resources
20
Water
20
Name of the IRO
IRO type
Cause
Position in the value chain
Time Horizon
Realization stage
Affected stakeholders
ESRS subtopic
221
Restoration of marine habitats through sustainable aquaculture leading to biodiversity gains
Positive impact
Implementation of best practices in marine farming
Business activities
Long term
Potential
Communities
Local authorities
Clients
Marine resources
222
Adoption of selective fishing techniques leading to reduced bycatch
Positive impact
Use of gear that minimizes capture of non-target species
Business activities
Short term
Potential
Communities
Local authorities
End Consumers
Marine resources
223
Support for marine protected areas leading to healthier ecosystems
Positive impact
Collaboration with authorities on conservation zones
Business activities
Medium term
Potential
Communities
Local authorities
Clients
Marine resources
224
Promotion of sustainable feed in aquaculture leading to reduced wild fish capture
Positive impact
Switch to plant-based or certified feed
Business activities
Medium term
Potential
Communities
Investors
End Consumers
Marine resources
225
Awareness campaigns on marine resource protection leading to behavioral change
Positive impact
Education for employees and suppliers
Business activities
Short term
Potential
Communities
Employees
Suppliers
Marine resources
226
Overfishing contributing to marine resource depletion
Negative impact
Harvesting above sustainable levels
Business activities
Short term
Actual
Communities
Local authorities
End Consumers
Marine resources
227
Destruction of seabed habitats from trawling
Negative impact
Use of destructive fishing gear
Business activities
Short term
Actual
Communities
Investors
Local authorities
Marine resources
228
Pollution from aquaculture effluents affecting marine life
Negative impact
Discharge of untreated waste from fish farms
Business activities
Short term
Actual
Communities
Local authorities
End Consumers
Marine resources
229
Introduction of invasive species through aquaculture
Negative impact
Escape of non-native species from farms
Business activities
Medium term
Potential
Communities
Local authorities
Clients
Marine resources
230
Illegal fishing activities undermining resource management
Negative impact
Non-compliance with quotas or protected areas
Business activities
Short term
Actual
Communities
Local authorities
Clients
Marine resources
231
Regulatory tightening on fishing quotas leading to reduced harvests
Risk
New restrictions on allowable catch
Business activities
Short term
Potential
Investors
Clients
Employees
Marine resources
232
Loss of market access due to unsustainable fishing practices
Risk
Rejection of products by eco-sensitive buyers
Business activities
Medium term
Potential
Investors
Clients
End Consumers
Marine resources
233
Legal liability for marine pollution incidents
Risk
Lawsuits or fines for harming marine ecosystems
Business activities
Short term
Potential
Communities
Investors
Local authorities
Marine resources
234
Reputational damage from unsustainable marine resource use
Risk
Negative publicity or NGO campaigns
Business activities
Short term
Potential
Communities
Investors
Clients
Marine resources
235
Increased insurance costs for marine operations
Risk
Insurers raising premiums for high-risk activities
Business activities
Short term
Potential
Investors
Banks
Marine resources
236
Development of “sustainable seafood” certifications leading to market differentiation
Opportunity
Certification and marketing of eco-friendly seafood
Business activities
Short term
Potential
Investors
Clients
End Consumers
Marine resources
237
Access to funding for marine conservation innovation
Opportunity
Grants for sustainable gear or habitat restoration
Business activities
Short term
Potential
Investors
Local authorities
Marine resources
238
Partnerships with research institutes for marine protection
Opportunity
Joint projects on marine biodiversity
Business activities
Medium term
Potential
Communities
Investors
Employees
Marine resources
239
Expansion into premium markets demanding sustainable seafood
Opportunity
Meeting strict requirements for eco-labels
Downstream supply chain
Medium term
Potential
Investors
Clients
End Consumers
Marine resources
240
Brand enhancement through leadership in marine stewardship
Opportunity
Positioning as a responsible user of marine resources
Business activities
Short term
Potential
Communities
Investors
Clients
Marine resources
201
Reduction of water use through precision irrigation leading to water conservation
Positive impact
Implementation of drip irrigation and smart sensors
Business activities
Short term
Actual
Communities
Investors
Local authorities
Water
202
Restoration of wetlands through rewilding projects leading to increased water retention
Positive impact
Rehabilitation of natural wetland areas
Business activities
Long term
Potential
Communities
Local authorities
Clients
Water
203
Promotion of rainwater harvesting leading to improved water availability
Positive impact
Installation of rainwater collection systems
Business activities
Short term
Potential
Communities
Investors
Employees
Water
204
Use of drought-resistant crop varieties leading to less pressure on water resources
Positive impact
Adoption of new crop genetics
Business activities
Medium term
Potential
Communities
Investors
Clients
Water
205
Support for upstream water stewardship initiatives leading to healthier watersheds
Positive impact
Partnerships with suppliers for shared water management
Upstream supply chain
Medium term
Potential
Communities
Local authorities
Suppliers
Water
206
Overextraction of groundwater contributing to aquifer depletion
Negative impact
Excessive withdrawal of groundwater for irrigation
Business activities
Short term
Actual
Communities
Investors
Local authorities
Water
207
Water pollution from fertilizer and pesticide runoff
Negative impact
Surface runoff after chemical application
Business activities
Short term
Actual
Communities
Local authorities
End Consumers
Water
208
Salinization of soils due to improper irrigation
Negative impact
Over-irrigation or poor drainage causing salt buildup
Business activities
Medium term
Actual
Communities
Investors
Local authorities
Water
209
Discharge of untreated wastewater into local water bodies
Negative impact
Release of effluents from processing activities
Business activities
Short term
Actual
Communities
Local authorities
End Consumers
Water
210
Depletion of local water resources impacting neighboring communities
Negative impact
High water use during drought periods
Business activities
Short term
Actual
Communities
Local authorities
Residents and neighbors
Water
211
Increased water costs due to scarcity or regulation
Risk
Water scarcity or new pricing policies
Business activities
Short term
Potential
Investors
Clients
Employees
Water
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