Science Based Targets
Church of England plots science-based nature targets for £8.7bn investment portfolio
The Church Commissioners for England to help Science Based Targets Network design framework for businesses and investors tackle nature loss
Aviva Investors unveils wave of fossil fuel exclusion policies and net zero pledge
Insurance giant confirms it will divest from major coal producers without accredited climate plans by the end of next year
Mars, Cargill put nature regeneration goals alongside avoiding climate catastrophe
Leading food brands step up efforts to deliver science based targets for nature
Shell confirms oil production has peaked as it unveils 'accelerated' green plan
Oil and gas giant sets sights on developing science-based climate targets, as hydrogen, nature based solutions, carbon capture, utility business, and electric vehicle infrastructure all earmarked for increased investment
Fragrance firm Firmenich sets sights on becoming 'carbon positive' by 2030
Swiss firm bolsters its science-based targets with plans to become carbon neutral, and then carbon positive by 2030
Study: Firms with science-based targets have slashed emissions a quarter since Paris Agreement
Firms that have set targets are ahead of schedule to meet them, a new analysis of the efficacy of the Science-Based Targets initiative has shown
'Giant opportunity': Why achieving a net zero emission supply chain could be cheaper than you think
Supply chain decarbonisation is possible at relatively low cost to consumers, World Economic Forum and Boston Consulting Group research suggests
Target Setting Protocol: Investor group worth $5.1tr unveils 2025 portfolio decarbonisation goals
UN-backed Net Zero Asset Owner Alliance argues 'capitalism needs to become more sustainable' as group sets out plans to slash emissions from investment portfolios and step up engagement with carbon intensive sectors
TSB banks on new roadmap to deliver net zero operational emissions by 2030
10-year plan sets out how high profile bank intends to slash emissions generated by company cars, buildings, and boilers
Nestlé targets regenerative agriculture in €3bn climate plan
Food and drink giant's roadmap includes major focus on scaling up regenerative agriculture across supply chains worldwide as it sets sights on net zero emissions by 2050
Vodafone dials up net zero vision with new 2040 target
Telecoms group brings forward its net zero deadline to 2040 as it touts new 2030 carbon reduction targets validated by the Science-Based Targets initiative
SSE, ScottishPower, National Grid, and NatWest named as COP26 sponsors
Clutch of energy and banking firms are first partners for crucial UN climate summit, as major undersea cable project is announced
Science Based Targets Network branches out with call for companies to help design targets to stem nature's decline
A new programme from the Science Based Targets Network aims to enable firms to adopt credible targets to support efforts to reverse the ongoing decline of nature
Estée Lauder hails renewables-powered make up
Beauty giant confirms it is now sourcing 100 per cent renewable electricity for its operations globally, as company announces new emissions goals
Siemens Gamesa reaches 100 per cent clean electricity goal worldwide
The achievement marks the latest milestone in the wind turbine manufacturers' roadmap to reach net-zero emissions by 2050
Intrepid Travel touts flight-free trips in science-based climate plan
Tour operator becomes first in the world to have its climate goals verified by the Science Based Targets initiative
World Business Council for Sustainable Development entrenches net zero into membership rules
The 200 firms in the group's membership - including Shell, Chevron, BASF, Volkswagen, BP, PepsiCo - must comply with rules requiring science-aligned net zero goal for no later than 2050
Lime hopes to speed towards net zero with new science-based 2030 goal
Company unveils raft of new sustainability commitments as it announces plan to collaborate on low carbon transport and air pollution advocacy and awareness programmes with WWF
'The world is moving on': Coca-Cola's Therese Noorlander on plastic, packaging, and youth activism
Coca-Cola's sustainability director for Europe Therese Noordlander talks to BusinessGreen about the drinks giant's mission to drive down emissions and ramp up its recycling efforts
'Moral need for action': University of Cambridge targets full fossil fuel divestment by 2030
The university outlined a staggered approach to divestment through to 2030, and said it will invest instead in renewable energy
Financing change: Science-based targets system launched for banks and investors
As many as 55 banks and financial firms including Standard Chartered and Amalgamated Bank have already committed to setting climate targets under the new system
National Grid sets out raft of science-aligned 2030 climate targets
The energy giant is aiming to slash greenhouse gas emissions and air travel while electrifying most of its vehicle fleet by 2030
Climate Leadership Now: We Mean Business launches corporate climate action guide
The guide outlines how corporate leaders can combine ambition, action and advocacy to drive progress towards the world's climate goals, according to WMB
Science Based Targets for Nature: Companies urged to adopt new science-aligned green goals
Following success of Science-Based Targets for CO2 emissions, firms offered guidance on measuring and tackling their impact on nature
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