Understanding our framework

The Nū Data framework represents a paradigm shift in how organisations process, understand, and act upon climate data. By putting sustainability data back into its crucial context, we enable more effective decision-making and accelerate climate action for both planetary and human health.

Foundation: Three Pillars of Sustainable Development

Our framework is built on three interconnected pillars, viewed through the lens of justice and acknowledging political dimensions.

  • We incorporate planetary boundaries science to help organizations understand and minimize their impacts on critical Earth systems including climate change, biodiversity loss, and freshwater use.

  • We focus on long-term economic viability through resource efficiency, supply chain optimisation, and strategic investments—all viewed through the lens of climate resilience rather than growth at all costs.

  • We integrate measures of inclusive workplaces, stakeholder engagement, and cultural preservation, recognizing that sustainability must address human wellbeing and equity.

The Justice Dimension

Central to our approach is ensuring a "just transition"—making climate resilience fair and inclusive, creating decent work opportunities and leaving no one behind.

Framework Methodology

Our methodology transforms fragmented data into actionable insights through a systematic process:

Assessment

Our comprehensive sustainability operations assessment evaluates organisations across internal impact, external impact, and business goal alignment.

Scenario Modelling

Organisations can explore potential futures through interactive simulations.

Data Integration

We combine internal operational data with external environmental, social, economic, and political indicators.

Recommendation Engine

AI-powered engine generates tailored, actionable insights.

Digital Twin Creation

We recommend building dynamic models representing the complex interplay between organisational operations and broader sustainability systems.

Continuous Learning

The framework refines its analyses based on outcomes and new data inputs.

Evaluative Framework

Our evaluative framework balances generalisability with actionable recommendations, assessing organisations across multiple dimensions.

Key Sustainability Topics

Pluriversality and JUST Transition: How practices impact internal members and external communities

Planetary Boundaries: Impacts on Earth systems across supply chains

Twin Transition: How technology can address climate challenges

For each topic, we evaluate:

  • Internal Impact: Effects on employees and operations

  • External Impact: Influence on communities and environments

  • Goals: Progress toward sustainability objectives

This multi-dimensional approach generates nuanced recommendations addressing both immediate operational needs and systemic transformation.

Technical Implrementation

The Nū Data framework leverages

  • For pattern recognition and predictive analytics

  • Creating dynamic virtual replicas for scenario testing

  • Continuously updating models with new information

  • For intuitive natural language interaction

Data Sources & Validation

We use a "straight to the source" approach, incorporating data from:

  • Recognized research institutions and foundations

  • UN ecosystem organizations

  • Scientific publications and government sources

  • Independent news sources with transparency about potential bias

Each source undergoes rigorous evaluation, with "bias ratings" where appropriate to ensure transparency.

Implementation Process

Organizations adopting our framework typically:

  1. Complete our sustainability operations assessment

  2. Connect internal data sources through secure APIs

  3. Interact with contextual digital twins

  4. Test potential strategies through scenario modeling

  5. Implement specific recommendations

  6. Continuously update models with new data

Open Source Community

We've open-sourced our framework to:

  • Enable community-driven improvements

  • Support adaptation for diverse contexts

  • Accelerate innovation through shared learning

  • Democratize access to powerful climate tools

Join our developer community to contribute to the framework's evolution and help build a more sustainable future for all.