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To achieve net-zero, let’s agree on one definition of success

GreenBiz

To achieve net-zero, let’s agree on one definition of success. But any chief sustainability officer will fall short of their responsibility if they simply cite net-zero as a strategic goal. However, at the scale of countries, cities, institutions and companies, defining net-zero emissions is tricky.

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Transform to Net Zero: Microsoft, Nike, Starbucks team up on corporate climate alliance

GreenBiz

Transform to Net Zero: Microsoft, Nike, Starbucks team up on corporate climate alliance. They also have committed to share information on investing in carbon-reduction technologies and to collectively push for public policies that accelerate the net zero transition. Cecilia Keating. Wed, 07/22/2020 - 00:20.

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Alberta's conservative party invites climate disinformation into policy debate

Corporate Knights

Members of Alberta’s governing United Conservative Party are debating whether to abandon existing net-zero targets at the party’s annual general meeting in Red Deer this week – a move that would further signal the province’s departure from global and national priorities for mitigating emissions. Energy Information Administration.

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Henkel Defines Net-Zero Targets

3BL Media

DÜSSELDORF, Germany, November 4, 2024 /3BL/ - In line with its ambitions for sustainability within its agenda for purposeful growth, Henkel has defined a net-zero roadmap, substantially extending its targets for emissions reduction along the value chain. We all have to take responsibility and help limit global warming to 1.5°C,

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Report: Many global companies’ net-zero pledges fail the smell test

Corporate Knights

Hundreds of corporations are proclaiming their climate commitments with four little words: net-zero by 2050. A new Corporate Climate Responsibility Monitor report examined 25 global giants – from Amazon to Volkswagen – that have publicly made net-zero or carbon-neutral commitments.

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AllianceBernstein Commits to Net Zero Pathway

3BL Media

degree Celsius pathway, joining Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative. Our net zero strategy addresses both the corporate and investment levels. Research has continually informed our approach, while policy has helped shape our strategy and how we engage on behalf of our clients. SOURCE: AllianceBernstein.

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SBTi Releases Initial Draft of New Corporate Net Zero Standard

ESG Today

The organizations key functions include defining and promoting best practice in emissions reductions and net-zero targets in line with climate science, providing technical assistance to companies who set science-based targets, and providing companies with independent assessment and validation of their emissions reduction targets.

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