By 2030, we will reduce our greenhouse gas emissions by 50% compared to 2020 with a view to achieving a net zero target by 2050.
When measuring greenhouse gas emissions (baseline measurement), you have several implementation options:
Within the company in accordance with the internationally recognised requirements of the Greenhouse Gas Protocol and with their proposed tools plus self-collected data. This is only recommended if substantial internal expertise exists.
By consulting firms that handle the calculations. These calculations must be verifiable and checked internally.
Preparation of accounts for your own products with the help of the support services mentioned below. This involves costs but is government-subsidised.
Several international initiatives support companies in setting targets and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
These include the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or the SME Climate Hub for SMEs. Following these standards helps ensure the quality of the target and establishes credibility for the commitment. The support services listed below will help you establish a science-based climate target.
To reduce greenhouse gas emissions in line with the reduction pathway, the greenhouse gas footprint must be particularly considered. Important levers for most companies are:
Swiss companies are key players in the collective effort to keep the global temperature rise below 1.5 degrees Celsius. This aligns with Swiss economic interests: rising temperatures pose numerous risks – such as supply chain disruption due to extreme weather events and increasing global regulatory requirements.
