Lue 04a - Ecological change and enhancement

Quantifying change in ecological value – Americas Biodiversity Metric - KBCN1906

For projects based in the United States, Canada, or Northern Mexico, it is acceptable to use the Americas Biodiversity Metric as an alternative to the other metrics presented in the criteria.

24-Sep-2026 - KBCN reinstated

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Quantifying change in ecological value- Biodiversity metric rules - KBCN1894

Unless otherwise stated in the BREEAM technical manual, all rules of the methodology in the relevant user guide of the biodiversity metric must be followed in order for any credits to be awarded for the biodiversity net gain calculation. This includes rules such as trading rules, unit conversions, and competency requirements.

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