Ways to improve

We are adding value to existing biodiversity monitoring initiatives and information by improving data collection and reporting methods.

Shared goals and effective communication

Identifying where efficiencies could be gained by people and organisations working together towards shared goals. Providing guidelines on how people and organisations can tailor their reporting to reach their target audience(s).

Address gaps and improve data

Identifying cost-effective ways to address critical knowledge gaps and enhance existing data sources and methods.

Identify ‘fit-for-purpose’ measures

Using case studies to test the sensitivity of different monitoring designs, data sources and derived individual measures for measuring biodiversity change. Developing a manual to help people identify indicators that meet their needs and resources.

Understand harmonised reporting

Testing the relative sensitivity of aggregated indicators for detecting biodiversity change in relation to a subset of critical goals. Developing a manual to ensure people understand when it is appropriate, or not, to use aggregated indicators for reporting at local to national scales.