SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative)

In this episode, we address a common frustration: companies want to commit to SBTi, but feel lost in the terminology and processes. The Science Based Targets initiative validates corporate climate targets aligned with IPCC scenarios and the 1.5°C goal of the Paris Agreement. But between Near Term targets, Net Zero targets and SME versus Corporate pathways, the framework can feel complex. We start by simplifying. Near Term targets focus on 5 to 10 year reductions, often around 2030. Net Zero targets set a long term trajectory towards 2050. SMEs benefit from a simplified route adapted to their size. By mapping the options and their implications, ambition level, constraints and strategic benefits, companies can choose a trajectory aligned with their business roadmap. SBTi is not a box to tick. It is a strategic lever when combined with a robust and realistic transition plan.