Towards a multidimensional biodiversity index for national application

The lack of urgent action to reverse biodiversity loss is partly due the complex nature as a feature our planet. Subsequently, policymakers receive an often-confusing variety narratives on why matters, which makes it difficult link and risks attainment sustainable development. Making this clearer calls for multidimensional perspective reassess what we value, facilitate mainstreaming support national decision-making. We propose co-produced Multidimensional Biodiversity Index connect science political agenda that accounts diversity values underpinning nature–human relationships. underpins health strength ecosystems, but complexity those systems can be overwhelming policymakers. This Perspective proposes new framework measuring with eye towards greater conservation.