Nature Accounting using eDNA
eDNA is a powerful tool for natural capital assessments.
eDNA supercharges the nature positive movement with precise and repeatable biodiversity intelligence data. We help our clients in develop monitoring programs that help give value to nature and collect intelligence to understand risks, impacts and trends over time. Our accredited eDNA Method under the Accounting for Nature framework enables natural capital monitoring of aquatic biodiversity to support regional land management.
Natural Capital Method
We developed a scientific method for monitoring the condition of aquatic vertebrates with Accounting for Nature. This method applies eDNA to evaluate aquatic vertebrate species, including birds, fish, amphibians, reptiles and mammals and is applicable across Australia at property, catchment, or regional scales. The final stages of this method involve calculating condition scores and the Econd®, which assigns a value to biodiversity. This framework provides land managers with an opportunity for environmental accounting at regional scales, all backed by rigorous scientific standards.
Burnett Mary Regional Group (BMRG) established a Natural Capital Account to address key questions about regional health. This groundbreaking project established a comprehensive regional environmental audit that encompasses native vegetation, fauna and freshwater ecosystem. EnviroDNA developed a world first eDNA Aquatic Vertebrate Biodiversity Method which was accredited by the standards organisation, Accounting for Nature framework.
This approach covered the BMRG survey area of approximately 53,000 square kilometers, providing a comprehensive stocktake of the region's natural assets, including vegetation, plants and animals, in this rich biodiverse landscape. Data supported fund raising for nature repair program, provided evidence that restoration investments were yielding positive outcomes (Snapping Turtle recovery), provided critical data and insights that help Traditional Owner communities understand the state of culturally important species.
Our simple sampling technique requires minimal training and reduces OH&S risks, saving time, staff resources and money in the field.
Transform biodiversity impact reporting with standardised intelligence through time so you track trends and impacts.
Uncover distribution of threatened and elusive species from fewer samples and without the need for direct observation or ecosystem disturbance.
