Science-based targets scheme tightens rules in line with latest science

Madeleine Cuff
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Influential initiative updates approach for assessing if corporate carbon targets are in line with 1.5C and 'well below 2C' warming goals

Corporates striving for 'best in class' sustainability strategies will have to meet tougher criteria to gain approval from the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTI). The body, which independently...

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