Science-Based Targets Initiative

Dozens of campaigning organisations have signed statement warning that carbon offsetting 'undermines' corporate climate targets

IN FOCUS: BusinessGreen Intelligence dissects what the Science Based Target initiative's latest jargon-heavy addition to its corporate sustainability handbook means for business

Standards body said revisions to guidelines and criteria would enable financial institutions to set near-term emission reduction targets in line with a 1.5C scenario

Companies that use carbon credits are more likely to aim higher, decarbonise quicker and invest more in their transition, writes VCMI's Mark Kenber

Property giant sets sights on more than halving its value chain emissions by 2030 in line with 1.5C global warming pathway

New research led by Utrecht University unveils flaws behind claims of 'Paris-alignment' that may delay climate action for global corporations

FOUR32's Benet Northcote looks at the implications of the row engulfing the Science Based Targets initiative for firms committed to decarbonisation

Flooring giant 'doubles down' on absolute reduction strategy, with pledge to rule out the use of new carbon offsets

Climate standards-setting body confirms it is pressing ahead with plans to consult on potential changes that could see companies expand the use of carbon credits to tackle value chain emissions