VBA & WifOR Impact Intensity Country-specific Reports

As businesses and governments strive to balance economic growth with sustainability and social responsibility, understanding the societal impact of economic sectors is more crucial than ever. Our latest set of reports offers a comprehensive assessment of impact across industries and supply chains, providing valuable insights for policymakers, businesses, and investors worldwide.

The documents present impact statements for economic sectors in 20 countries: Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, Türkiye, the United Kingdom, and the United States. By analyzing the direct and upstream effects of these economies, we enable cross-country, cross-sector, and company-level comparisons.

Data-Driven Insights for Businesses and Policymakers

The reports provide sector-based benchmarks using impact intensities - measured in EUR per unit of output - to quantify economic, social, and environmental effects at different stages of the global value chain:

✅ Own Operations – Direct company impact
✅ Upstream Tier 1 – Direct suppliers
✅ Upstream Tier 2 – Secondary suppliers
✅ Upstream Tier 3+ – Broader supply chain network

These benchmarks allow organizations to align with sustainability regulations, enhance corporate due diligence, and drive positive impact throughout the economy.

 

The Role of Businesses and Governments

  • Governments have a legal duty to protect human rights and societal well-being, ensuring that businesses operate responsibly.
  • Businesses have a responsibility to respect human rights and environmental standards, integrating due diligence into their operations and supply chains.
  • Impact Accounting helps bridge the gap between policy and business action, providing a quantifiable framework for measuring contributions to sustainability goals.

Empowering Decision-Makers Through Transparency

Our impact measurement framework provides unparalleled transparency into where significant impacts occur along global supply chains. This information is critical for:

  • Regulators & Policymakers – Developing effective policy frameworks for sustainable growth.
  • Corporations & Investors – Assessing ESG performance and reducing sustainability risks.
  • Civil Society & Advocacy Groups – Holding industries accountable for their societal impact.

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    • Impact Report for Australia
    • pdf / march 2025
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    • Impact Report for Federative Republic of Brazil
    • pdf / march 2025
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    • Impact Report for Canada
    • pdf / march 2025
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    • Impact Report for People's Republic of China
    • pdf / march 2025
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    • Impact Report for French Republic
    • pdf / march 2025
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    • Impact Report for Federal Republic of Germany
    • pdf / march 2025
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    • Impact Report for Republic of India
    • pdf / march 2025
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    • Impact Report for Republic of Indonesia
    • pdf / march 2025
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    • Impact Report for Italy
    • pdf / march 2025
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    • Impact Report for Japan
    • pdf / march 2025
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    • Impact Report for Mexico
    • pdf / march 2025
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    • Impact Report for Netherlands
    • pdf / march 2025
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    • Impact Report for Russian Federation
    • pdf / march 2025
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    • Impact Report for Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
    • pdf / march 2025
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    • Impact Report for Republic of South Korea
    • pdf / march 2025
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    • Impact Report for Kingdom of Spain
    • pdf / march 2025
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    • Impact Report for Swiss Confederation
    • pdf / march 2025
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    • Impact Report for Republic of Türkiye
    • pdf / march 2025
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    • Impact Report for United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
    • pdf / march 2025
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    • Impact Report for United States of America
    • pdf / march 2025
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