Science-based Targets
SBTi proposes more flexibility in 132-page net-zero overhaul
Window is now open for corporations, NGOs, regulators and others to offer feedback on “initial consultation” draft Corporate Net Zero 2.0. Read More
SBTi delays new corporate net-zero update again
The Science Based Targets initiative will gather critique in an online survey and through five working groups. Read More
Consumer product giants put suppliers on notice with guidelines for emissions cuts
Danone, L’Oreal, Mondelez, PepsiCo and Unilever are among the companies recommending net-zero targets for the biggest emitters in their supply chains. Read More
Science Based Targets initiative CEO resigns, citing personal reasons
Luiz Amaral’s resignation is the latest development in a challenging time for the validation organization. Read More
What corporate finance teams should know about SBTi’s new financial sector guidance
Updates for banks and other institutions setting science-based targets for emissions reductions take effect Nov. 30. Read More
Here's the timeline for SBTi’s corporate net-zero update
The standards-setting organization plans to address stakeholder feedback, including updates to climate science and challenges related to Scope 3 target setting. Read More
‘Existential crisis’ at SBTi inflames rift over future of net-zero organization
Staff “deeply concerned” over board’s new policy allowing carbon offsets for net-zero goals. Read More
Read the leaked protest letter from SBTi staff angry over new carbon offset policy
Letter claims the board “undermined” governance process in disclosing revised stance Read More
SBTi: Yes, companies can use carbon offsets to abate certain Scope 3 emissions
Draft guidelines for the new policy, which will inform a revised Corporate Net Zero Standard, will be published in July. Read More
Microsoft, P&G, Unilever and Walmart among 239 companies to miss net-zero deadline
A sweeping status update by the Science Based Targets initiative downgrades some big corporate names. Read More
