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Explore our standards & guidanceThe new Corporate Net-Zero Standard Version 2.0The SBTi’s new flagship Standard has arrived, marking the next phase of the net-zero transition—from ambition to real-world implementation.Learn what science-based targets are, why they matter, and the steps your company needs to take to set them.How to set science-based targetsThe Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is a corporate climate action organization that enables companies and financial institutions worldwide to play their part in combating the climate crisis.We develop standards, tools and guidance which allow companies to set greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reductions targets in line with what is needed to keep global heating below catastrophic levels and reach net-zero by 2050 at latest.View businesses taking ambitious climate actionBusinesses setting science-based targets demonstrate the level of ambition possible when it comes to decarbonization.Over 7,000 businesses across regions and industries have set emissions reduction targets grounded in climate science through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).View the businesses with targets and commitmentsbusinesses with targets and commitmentsA recent report from the SBTi shows that science-based targets deliver competitive advantage—not just climate impact. Companies with validated targets reported stronger market positioning, increased investor confidence, and improved strategic cohesion.Among the 171 companies, the reported benefits of having science-based targets included:* **91% **saw a positive overall impact on their business* **76% **experienced increased investor confidence* **95%** reported enhanced reputation* **80% ** noted improved strategic cohesion* **86%** reported an acceleration of their pace of decarbonizationRead the full report to find out more.