SCIENCE BASED- AND EMISSION REDUCTION TARGETS

Science-based (reduction) targets, or SBTs, are set by companies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. They are called science-based if they are consistent with the latest climate science needed to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement. This means that the targets are calculated on a scientific basis to ensure that global temperature increases are limited to 1.5°C or well below 2°C compared to pre-industrial temperatures.  

Unlike individual or arbitrarily set reduction targets, science-based targets originate from an empirical basis. The targets set lead to a predictable result and at the same time also indicate the necessary level of ambition to prevent significant damage to human and environmental systems.  

FORLIANCE supports your business in setting science- based targets and pursuing them with the necessary level of ambition. The targets developed with the support of FORLIANCE enable a company to align its climate change mitigation efforts with the valid results of climate science and politically agreed targets. FORLIANCE follows the methods of the Science Based Target initiative (SBTi).  

Science-based targets that are consistent with the climate change mitigation goals of the Paris Agreement can be validated through the SBTi. Targets can be set for both near- and long-term (net-zero) and are to be developed for scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions depending on company size and sector.  FORLIANCE can support and guide you through the validation process of the SBTi if desired.

However, science-based targets can be set without committing to the SBTi. FORLIANCE will gladly support and consult you in finding the right approach for your business.   

Reduction targets are a key component of a sound climate strategy that builds on the results of the corporate footprint and serves as a guide to net-zero emissions.