What are science-based targets?
Science-based targets provide a clearly defined pathway for companies to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, helping prevent the worst impacts of climate change and future-proof business growth. All with the end goal of achieving net zero.
Targets are considered ‘science-based’ if they are in line with what the latest climate science deems necessary to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement – limiting global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.
The science-based targets initiative (SBTi)
The science-based targets initiative (SBTi) is a partnership between the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), the United Nations Global Compact, World Resources Institute (WRI) and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). Its goal is to mobilise the private sector, encourage urgent climate action and guide companies when setting science-based targets. Through rigorous assessment and validation, SBTi ensures that targets are ambitious, credible, and contribute significantly to combating climate change.
More than 4,000 businesses around the world are using the SBTi.
Science-based targets (SBT) & carbon reporting essentials guide
Carbon reporting is becoming increasingly crucial for businesses, especially with the rise of science-based targets. It not only diminishes environmental footprints but also enhances reputations and guarantees adherence to regulations. Our guide, Carbon Reporting Made Simple, provides comprehensive assistance, aiding you in measuring emissions and crafting reports aligned with science-based targets.
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