Common use of Biodiversity Clause in Contracts

Biodiversity. i. When possible, the Foundation will collaborate with other investors to actively encourage companies through corporate dialogues, proxy voting, and support of shareholder resolutions to demonstrate high standards of protection for living organisms and terrestrial, marine, and other ecosystems. One resource outlining definitions, principles, and best practices for biodiversity protection is the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity insofar as this resource does not contradict the teaching of the Catholic Church. ii. The Foundation should avoid investing in companies that have caused specific instances of biodiversity loss, or whose practices have significantly contributed to biodiversity loss and have not worked toward correcting or remediating the damage their operations have caused.