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Dictionary termBiodiversityThe variability of life within species, between species and across ecosystems, together with the relationships that allow living systems to function.Read the full definition Dictionary termNet gainNet gain is an outcome in which biodiversity or natural capital is improved beyond a defined baseline after accounting for losses and gains.Read the full definition

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MarketTypical treatmentLegal basisWhat is required
European UnionEUConditional
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UCPD

Methodology + Dictionary termBaselineA documented reference condition, value or scenario against which change is assessed, defined for a specific indicator, population, boundary and point or period in time.Read the full definition disclosed

United KingdomUKRestricted

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Environment Act 2021 Sch 7A — statutory 10% BNG for planning; Defra metric

Statutory Dictionary termMetricA defined method of quantification or calculation, including its unit, formula, boundary and data rules, used to express an aspect of performance or condition.Read the full definition use; conflating compliance with voluntary claims is misleading

United StatesUSConditional
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FTC s.5

Dictionary termSubstantiationThe documented body of relevant, reliable and current evidence that supports the exact wording, scope, comparison and overall impression of a claim before and while it is communicated.Read the full definition

CanadaCAConditional
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s.74.01(1)(b.2)

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AustraliaAURestricted

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ACL; EPBC offsets context

Dictionary termMetricA defined method of quantification or calculation, including its unit, formula, boundary and data rules, used to express an aspect of performance or condition.Read the full definition + Dictionary termBaselineA documented reference condition, value or scenario against which change is assessed, defined for a specific indicator, population, boundary and point or period in time.Read the full definition disclosed

Last reviewed 22 Aug 2026This is an informational comparison, not legal advice.

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Last verified 2026-08-22.

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