Science-Based Targets Initiative

Proposals could see power providers set goals to phase out unabated fossil fuel electricity generation

In past 18 months the number of companies around the world setting near and long-term science-based emissions targets has tripled, according to the Science Based Targets Initiative

Contrary to any prevailing narrative, the big picture is clear: corporate climate action is growing worldwide - writes David Kennedy, CEO of the Science-Based Targets initiative

Financial firms required to end project financing for new fossil fuel projects and assess and disclose exposure to deforestation risks to secure SBTi validation

The capital's largest exhibition centre and events venue unveils an updated net zero transition plan to tackle emissions across its operations, energy use, and supply chain

Former EY partner David Kennedy calls for more 'partnership' with corporations as the non-profit finalises major revision to its Corporate Net Zero Standard

New consultation proposes scrapping rigid, top-down emissions reduction targets for corporate value chains in favour of revenue and purchasing-based goals

Banking giant cites challenges in tackling supply chain emissions and restrictions on the use of offsets as it defers ambition to reach net zero emissions by 2030

Science Based Targets initiative provides update on consultation process for hotly-anticipated revisions to its flagship Net Zero Corporate Standard

Science Based Targets initiative reportedly loses one of its biggest financial backers, but group maintains three year incubation grant had simply run its course as planned