Corporate Climate Action

Carbon Management for Companies

As consultants, we partner with organizations to develop strategies, commitments, and actionable roadmaps that enable them to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, mitigate climate risks, and transition toward a sustainable, low-carbon future.

Our approach goes beyond regulatory compliance — it’s about leadership, innovation, and long-term resilience. We help companies turn climate responsibility into a strategic advantage, aligning environmental goals with business growth.

In essence, Corporate Climate Action encompasses all measures a company adopts to address climate change — from reducing carbon footprints and enhancing energy efficiency to investing in renewable energy, embracing circular economy models, and supporting carbon offset or removal initiatives.

Corporate Climate Action, Targets & Benefits

• Strategic Commitments & Targets:
  Adopt global best practices such as Net-Zero by 2050, Science-Based Targets (SBTi) aligned with the Paris Agreement (1.5°C goal), and pursue Carbon Neutral Certification through verified offsets. Join initiatives like RE100 and EV100 to transition fully toward renewable energy and electric mobility

• Business Value & Competitive Advantage:
  Climate leadership drives cost efficiency through energy optimization, strengthens brand reputation, attracts ESG-focused investors, and reduces operational and regulatory risks. It ensures long-term resilience and readiness for emerging carbon policies and market transitions.

• Stepwise Climate Action Strategy:
  Begin with a baseline GHG assessment (Scope 1–3), set science-based reduction targets, and implement a detailed action plan covering energy efficiency, supply chain decarbonization, innovation (e.g., green hydrogen, CCUS, electrification), and carbon offsetting. Maintain transparency through monitoring, reporting, and stakeholder engagement to ensure continuous improvement.

FAQs

• What is SBTi and why should companies join?

  The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) provides a framework for companies to set greenhouse gas reduction targets in line with the Paris Agreement (1.5 °C or well below 2 °C). Joining SBTi helps ensure credibility, boosts investor and customer trust, and prepares for future regulations.

• What is CDP and how is it linked to SBTi?

  CDP is a global disclosure system where companies report their environmental data. It is one of the founding partners of SBTi. SBTi sets the targets (goalpost), while CDP is the disclosure platform (scoreboard). Many investors and large supply chains require CDP disclosure.

• What about Carbon Credits?

  Carbon credits are certificates representing avoided or removed CO₂. They are not accepted for achieving SBTi targets (only real reductions count). Credits may be used for voluntary 'carbon neutrality' claims or to offset the small residual emissions after achieving 90–95% reductions in an SBTi Net Zero pathway. Credits are compulsory only in compliance markets (e.g., EU ETS, India’s CCTS).

• What about EU Exports and CBAM?

  The EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) requires exporters of goods such as steel, cement, fertilizers, aluminum, and electricity to report embedded carbon. Buying credits does not reduce CBAM costs. Actual emission reductions (SBTi-aligned) lower the carbon footprint of goods and reduce CBAM tariffs.

• What about Scope 3 emissions?

  Scope 3 emissions (supply chain emissions) often make up the majority of a company’s footprint. SBTi requires Scope 3 targets if they are more than 40% of total emissions. CDP also evaluates Scope 3 reporting, so engaging suppliers is critical.

• What is the difference between Net Zero, Carbon Neutral, and Climate Positive?

  Carbon Neutral: Balancing current emissions by buying offsets (marketing claim, not SBTi-aligned).

  - Net Zero (SBTi): At least 90–95% emission reduction, then neutralize residuals with removals.

  - Climate Positive: Going beyond Net Zero (removing more than you emit).

• What other frameworks matter?

  Beyond SBTi and CDP, companies should watch:

  - TCFD: Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (financial risk reporting).

  - ISSB / IFRS S2: New global sustainability disclosure standards.

  - CSRD (EU) / BRSR Core (India): Regulatory sustainability disclosures.

• What recognition does a company gain?

  SBTi approval badge (globally respected climate commitment).

  - CDP score (A, B, C, D), used by investors and buyers.

  - Easier access to finance, better ESG ratings, stronger brand reputation.

  - Competitive advantage in exports and global supply chains.

• Typical Roadmap for Companies

  1. Measure emissions (Scope 1, 2, 3 using GHG Protocol).

  2. Set targets with SBTi.

  3. Disclose annually via CDP, BRSR, CSRD, etc.

  4. Reduce emissions (efficiency, fuel switch, renewables).

  5. Neutralize residuals (credits/removals, only at the end).

  6. Communicate transparently and avoid greenwashing.