As global attention to climate change deepens, organizations are actively engaged in the great journey of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and moving towards net zero emissions. To this end, the International Organization for Standardization has carefully compiled the "Net Zero Emissions Action Guidelines", aiming to provide a clear and feasible path for global organizations to achieve their net zero emissions goals. The core strategies emphasized in this guide include:
Emission reduction actions are the top priority, reducing greenhouse gas emissions from the source by optimizing energy efficiency, adopting renewable energy, introducing low-carbon products, and innovating emission reduction technologies. For unavoidable emissions, carbon compensation mechanisms provide effective supplements by investing in greenhouse gas removal projects to achieve a balance in emissions.
At the same time, transparency and accountability mechanisms are crucial. Regular monitoring and reporting of emission data not only helps build public trust, but also reveals room for improvement and tracks progress in emissions reduction. Invite stakeholders to participate, including employees, customers, and investors, to jointly promote sustainable development and form a strong synergy.
In addition, the 'Net Zero Emissions Action Guidelines' also emphasize the principles of fairness and justice, ensuring that climate action is coordinated with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Organizations should set clear goals to reduce global GHG emissions by 50% from the 2018 baseline by 2030, strive to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, and strive to keep global warming within 1.5 ° C of pre industrial levels.
When setting goals, organizations need to comprehensively consider all GHG emissions in category 1 (direct emissions), category 2 (indirect emissions, such as energy procurement), and category 3 (other indirect emissions, such as emissions in the value chain). For category 1, organizations should focus on reducing physical and chemical processing, transportation, fugitive emissions, and fixed source emissions. Category 2 requires reducing energy consumption by improving energy efficiency and shifting towards renewable energy sources. Category 3 involves emissions related to the use, funding, promotion, and insurance activities of products and services. Organizations need to collaborate with other organizations in the value chain to jointly promote emissions reduction.
To achieve these goals, organizations also need to establish mid-term milestones, such as setting a minimum target of halving emissions every decade and providing a plan to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. At the same time, promote technological innovation and popularization, and support the net zero emission efforts of various departments. When setting goals, organizations should ensure consistency with scientific pathways and 1.5 ° C temperature control targets, while ensuring that the goals are both challenging and achievable.
In short, facing the severe challenges of global climate change, achieving net zero GHG emissions has become a global consensus. The 'Net Zero Emissions Action Guidelines' provide organizations with clear paths and strategies to help them move towards a greener and more sustainable future. Through joint efforts, we are expected to achieve net zero GHG emissions globally, leaving a better home for future generations.
With the global attention to climate change, achieving net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions has become the top priority for global organizations. The International Organization for Standardization has launched the "Net Zero Emission Guidelines" to provide a clear path for organizations to achieve net zero emissions. The core strategies of this guide include emission reduction actions, carbon compensation mechanisms, transparency and accountability, stakeholder participation, and principles of fairness and justice.
When setting net zero emission targets, organizations need to comprehensively consider all GHG emissions from category 1 to category 3. Category 1 emissions mainly come from physical and chemical processing, transportation, fugitive emissions, and fixed sources; Category 2 involves energy consumption and energy procurement; Category 3 covers emissions related to the use, funding, promotion, and insurance activities of products and services. To achieve these goals, organizations need to establish scientific medium - to long-term goals and set mid-term milestones, such as reducing global GHG emissions by 50% from the 2018 baseline by 2030 and striving to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.
At the same time, the organization also needs to strengthen technological innovation and popularization, and promote all departments to achieve net zero emissions. In addition, collaborating with other organizations in the value chain to jointly promote emissions reduction is also key to achieving net zero emissions. When setting goals, organizations should ensure consistency with scientific pathways and 1.5 ° C temperature control targets, while ensuring that the goals are both challenging and achievable.
In summary, the 'Net Zero Emission Guidelines' provide organizations with a detailed roadmap to help them achieve their net zero emission goals. Through joint efforts, the world is expected to achieve net zero GHG emissions and contribute to sustainable development.