When setting and publishing decarbonisation targets, it is essential for companies to observe the difference between the terms “carbon neutral” and “net zero”, as they are not interchangeable and often applied incorrectly. Understanding the difference is key to avoid any potential claims of corporate greenwashing.
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A corporate carbon footprint refers to the carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions caused by business operations. It is one of the primary indicators used to understand a business's environmental impact. Calculating a corporation's carbon footprint helps it understand where emissions come from in order to reduce and eliminate them.
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Facing palpable challenges of climate change and environmental degradation, throughout 2021, the European Union (EU) had revised, amended, and added energy and emission targets outlined in the European Green Deal, including the adoption of the Fit for 55 Package into the European Climate Law. This article highlights the key climate change and environmental policies put forward by the EU this past year.
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Carbon offsetting is the process of compensating for carbon emissions that are created by industrial and human activity by participating in or funding projects designed to make equivalent reductions in carbon emissions in the atmosphere.
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The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) published its 6th Assessment Report on the physical science of climate change on 9 August 2021. The latest report builds on 5-years of research which considers over 14,000 scientific papers and has been reviewed by 234 leading scientists from 66 countries.
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With challenging climate change targets being set in place by the UK Government to reduce emissions by 78% by 2035 compared to 1990 levels, acting now has never been more important for UK organisations in a bid to ready themselves for the work required. This will involve setting realistic goals, outlining strategies, and implementing these in line with Government targets.
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